Staff Software Engineer - Embedded

Alarm.com is a rapidly expanding technology company developing innovative cloud and device solutions across a wide range of cutting-edge technologies that provide a unified, connected service to millions of residential and commercial properties in the US and abroad. We are looking for a talented and passionate Staff Embedded Software Engineer for the Device Engineering team to help us define the future of the Internet-of-Things for residential and commercial properties by creating and integrating devices including security panels, networking gateways, and video cameras. You will be working with a team of talented engineers across a diverse set of technological backgrounds to design devices, build and manufacture hardware, architect and implement software, and collaborate in an agile and fast-paced environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own product-level architecture and technical direction for embedded C/C++ software across multiple concurrent projects, driving consensus on complex trade-offs and defining team engineering standards.
• Lead cross-functional project delivery — coordinating with QE, SE, PM, and external partners, holding the team accountable to deadlines, and escalating technical risks to resolution.
• Develop, test, and debug embedded software on Linux-based platforms for devices including security panels, networking gateways, and video cameras.
• Integrate and validate embedded connectivity stacks including cellular (LTE, Cat-M, 5G), Wi-Fi, Ethernet, Z-Wave, Zigbee, and Matter with the Alarm.com cloud platform.
• Integrate on-device sensors into the embedded software stack, translating sensor data into reliable, responsive user-facing features on the Alarm.com platform.
• Mentor senior and junior engineers, define team processes, and drive adoption of modern development practices including AI-assisted tooling.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 8+ years of embedded software development with strong C/C++ proficiency on Linux-based platforms.
• Deep expertise in Linux platform build toolchains (Yocto, buildroot, OpenWRT, or Android AOSP), including cross-compilation, kernel configuration, and BSP development.
• Experience with embedded connectivity technologies such as cellular (LTE, Cat-M, 5G), Wi-Fi, Ethernet, and IoT protocols including Z-Wave, Zigbee, and Matter.
• Demonstrated ability to lead product-level architecture decisions, decompose complex system problems, and coordinate multi-project technical delivery.
• Strong communication skills with experience explaining technical trade-offs to stakeholders and mentoring engineers across experience levels.

WHY WORK FOR ALARM.COM?

• We are committed to hiring talented, passionate individuals who thrive in a collaborative and high-performing environment. Our employees enjoy working alongside driven colleagues who share a passion for innovation....