Software Tech Lead
Do you love tinkering with devices? Have you automated your own home? Do you love to mentor and collaborate with other engineers?
If the above holds true for you, then we would love to talk to you! Alarm.com is looking for a versatile Software Tech Lead to join our team. We're doing work in smart home technology, video analytics, large scale data processing, and much more. You'll have the opportunity to work across a variety of technology domains and own projects from design to deployment.
We have a growing engineering department, and we're looking for people that are excited to mentor and collaborate with more junior engineers. You will own projects and potentially teams, and you must be able to communicate effectively and blend multiple business needs in your work.
Very few small companies innovate and develop across such a broad range of technologies as Alarm.com. This position is ideal for the candidate who seeks a friendly company culture where one can work closely with smart and highly productive people. Getting to work with cutting edge software and hardware to develop outstanding consumer products is the icing on the cake.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
Collaborate with outstanding people: We hire only the best. Our standards are high and our employees enjoy working alongside other high achievers. You will be able to learn something new and impart your knowledge across the team.Make an immediate impact: You can expect to be given real responsibility for bringing new technologies to the marketplace. You will be empowered to perform as soon as you join the team!Work with real stuff: You will write code that interacts with the physical world. You'll be able to see your work in action with the numerous IoT devices we work with every day.Gain well rounded experience: Alarm.com offers a diverse and dynamic environment where you will get the chance to work directly with executives and develop expertise across multiple areas of the business.Be Empowered: We don't want to micro-manage you. We barely want to tell you what to do. We want you to own stuff and bring your experience to make those products best in class.Work with the latest technologies: You'll gain exposure to a broad spectrum of IoT and SaaS technology. Our tech stack includes C#, .NET, SQL Server, Kafka, Ember.js, as well as native iOS and Android applications.Focus on fun: Alarm.com places high value on our team culture. We even have a committee dedicated to hosting a stand-out holiday party, happy hours, and other fun corporate events.Alarm.com values working together and collaborating in person. Our employees work from the office 4 days a week.WHAT CAN YOU DO FOR ALARM.COM?
Be a mentor to our growing engineering department.Develop full stack software for a wide variety of platforms and technologies.Engage in the research, evaluation, and application of new technologies and methodologies to solve challenging problems.Take part in the entire project life cycle, from requirements development to deployment.Work hard and be flexible: we have quick development cycles, evolving requirements, and lots of cross-team collaboration.Exercise good judgment. Know when to work quickly, and when to build a robust solution. Your work will be used by multiple business units, so you will need to consider many use cases when developing.Bring your ideas! We want our engineers to collaborate on product development, not blindly build to a spec.Other duties as assigned.WHAT DO YOU NEED?
Bachelor's in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, a related field or equivalent work experience8+ years of professional software development experienceExperience leading and/or mentoring other engineersExpert object-oriented programming skills; C# and .NET a plusSignificant database design and development experienceKnowledge of networking concepts, principles, and technologiesExperience working with hardware and device development a major plusPlease note that sponsorship of new applicants for employment authorization, or any other immigration-related support, is not available for this position at this time.
WHY WORK FOR ALARM.COM?
Collaborate with outstanding people: We hire only the best. Our standards are high and our employees enjoy working alongside other high achievers.Make an immediate impact: New employees can expect to be given real responsibility for bringing new technologies to the marketplace. You are empowered to perform as soon as you join the Alarm.com team!Gain well rounded experience: Alarm.com offers a diverse and dynamic environment where you will get the chance to work directly with executives and develop expertise across multiple areas of the business.Focus on fun: Alarm.com places high value on our team culture. We even have a committee dedicated to hosting a stand-out holiday party, happy hours, and other fun corporate events.Alarm.com values working together and collaborating in person. Our employees work from the office 4 days a week.COMPANY INFO
Alarm.com is the leading cloud-based platform for smart security and the Internet of Things. More than 7.6 million home and business owners depend on our solutions every day to make their properties safer, smarter, and more efficient. And every day, we're innovating new technologies in rapidly evolving spaces including AI, video analytics, facial recognition, machine learning, energy analytics, and more. We're seeking those who are passionate about creating change through technology and who want to make a lasting impact on the world around them.
For more information, please visit www.alarm.com.
COMPANY BENEFITS
Alarm.com offers competitive pay and benefits inclusive of subsidized medical plan options, an HSA with generous company contribution, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid holidays, wellness time, and vacation increasing with tenure. Paid maternity and bonding leave, company-paid disability and life insurance, FSAs, well-being resources and activities, and a casual dress work environment are also part of our outstanding total rewards package!
Alarm.com is an Equal Opportunity Employer
In connection with your application, we collect information that identifies, reasonably relates to or describes you ("Personal Information"). The categories of Personal Information that we may collect include your name, government-issued identification number(s), email address, mailing address, other contact information, emergency contact information, employment history, educational history, criminal record, and demographic information. We collect and use those categories of Personal Information about you for human resources and other business management purposes, including identifying and evaluating you as a candidate for potential or future employment or future positions, recordkeeping in relation to recruiting and hiring, conducting criminal background checks as permitted by law, conducting analytics, and ensuring compliance with applicable legal requirements and Company policies. By submitting your application, you acknowledge that we may retain some of the personal data that you provide in your application for our internal operations such as managing our recruitment system and ensuring that we comply with labor laws and regulations even after we have made our employment decision.
Notice To Third Party Agencies:
Alarm.com understands the value of professional recruiting services. However, we are not accepting resumes from recruiters or employment agencies for this position. In the event we receive a resume or candidate referral for this position from a third-party recruiter or agency without a previously signed agreement, we reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to you. If you are interested in working with Alarm.com, please email your company information and standard agreement to RecruitingPartnerships@Alarm.com.
Software Engineer II
Do you love tinkering with devices? Have you automated your own home? Do you love working with a highly motivated team of talented engineers?
If the above holds true for you, then we would love to talk to you! Alarm.com is looking for a versatile Software Engineer II to join our Building36 team. We're doing work in smart home technology, HVAC analytics, large scale data processing, and much more. You'll have the opportunity to work across a variety of technology domains and own projects from design to deployment.
Very few companies innovate and develop across such a broad range of technologies as Alarm.com. This position is ideal for the candidate who seeks a friendly company culture where one can work closely with smart and highly productive people. Getting to work with cutting edge software and hardware to develop outstanding consumer products is the icing on the cake.
WHAT CAN YOU DO FOR ALARM.COM?
Develop full stack software for a wide variety of platforms and technologies.Engage in the research, evaluation, and application of new technologies and methodologies to solve challenging problems.Take part in the entire project life cycle, from requirements development to deployment and beyond.Work hard and be flexible: we have quick development cycles, evolving requirements, and lots of cross-team collaboration.Exercise good judgment. Know when to work quickly, and when to build a robust solution. Your work will be used by multiple business units, so you will need to consider many use cases when developing.Bring your ideas! We want our engineers to collaborate on product development.Other duties as assigned.WHAT DO YOU NEED?
Bachelor's in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, a related field or equivalent work experienceTwo or more years of professional software development experienceStrong object-oriented programming skills with proficiency in C# and .NET preferredExperience with database design, SQL, and backend developmentKnowledge of networking concepts, principles, and technologiesExperience working with hardware and device development a major plusA curious mindset and a desire to continuously learn and improve.Please note that sponsorship of new applicants for employment authorization, or any other immigration-related support, is not available for this position at this time.
WHY WORK FOR ALARM.COM?
Collaborate with outstanding people: We hire only the best. Our standards are high and our employees enjoy working alongside other high achievers. You will be able to learn something new and impart your knowledge across the team.Make an immediate impact: New employees can expect to be given real responsibility for bringing new technologies to the marketplace. You are empowered to perform as soon as you join the Alarm.com team!Work with real stuff: You will write code that interacts with the physical world. You'll be able to see your work in action with the numerous IoT devices we work with every day.Gain well rounded experience: Alarm.com offers a diverse and dynamic environment where you will get the chance to work directly with all stakeholder levels and develop expertise across multiple areas of the business.Work with the latest technologies: You'll gain exposure to a broad spectrum of IoT and SaaS technology. Our tech stack includes C#, .NET, SQL Server, Kafka, REST/gRPC, as well as native iOS and Android applications.Focus on fun: Alarm.com places high value on our team culture. We even have a committee dedicated to hosting a stand-out holiday party, happy hours, and other fun corporate events.Alarm.com values working together and collaborating in person. Our employees work from the office 4 days a week.COMPANY INFO
Alarm.com is the leading cloud-based platform for smart security and the Internet of Things. More than 7.6 million home and business owners depend on our solutions every day to make their properties safer, smarter, and more efficient. And every day, we're innovating new technologies in rapidly evolving spaces including AI, video analytics, facial recognition, machine learning, energy analytics, and more. We're seeking those who are passionate about creating change through technology and who want to make a lasting impact on the world around them.
For more information, please visit www.alarm.com.
COMPANY BENEFITS
Alarm.com offers competitive pay and benefits inclusive of subsidized medical plan options, an HSA with generous company contribution, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid holidays, wellness time, and vacation increasing with tenure. Paid maternity and bonding leave, company-paid disability and life insurance, FSAs, well-being resources and activities, and a casual dress work environment are also part of our outstanding total rewards package!
Alarm.com is an Equal Opportunity Employer
In connection with your application, we collect information that identifies, reasonably relates to or describes you ("Personal Information"). The categories of Personal Information that we may collect include your name, government-issued identification number(s), email address, mailing address, other contact information, emergency contact information, employment history, educational history, criminal record, and demographic information. We collect and use those categories of Personal Information about you for human resources and other business management purposes, including identifying and evaluating you as a candidate for potential or future employment or future positions, recordkeeping in relation to recruiting and hiring, conducting criminal background checks as permitted by law, conducting analytics, and ensuring compliance with applicable legal requirements and Company policies. By submitting your application, you acknowledge that we may retain some of the personal data that you provide in your application for our internal operations such as managing our recruitment system and ensuring that we comply with labor laws and regulations even after we have made our employment decision.
Notice To Third Party Agencies:
Alarm.com understands the value of professional recruiting services. However, we are not accepting resumes from recruiters or employment agencies for this position. In the event we receive a resume or candidate referral for this position from a third-party recruiter or agency without a previously signed agreement, we reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to you. If you are interested in working with Alarm.com, please email your company information and standard agreement to RecruitingPartnerships@Alarm.com.
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JR105446
The salary range of this opportunity is listed below and is determined within a range based on factors including qualifications, location and experience. This allows opportunity for growth and development within the role. The salary offered is part of a total compensation package.
Pay Range$120,000—$135,000 USD Read LessAlarm.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 embedded software engineer for the Device Engineering team to help us develop the define the future of the Internet-of-Things for residential and commercial properties by developing and improving the camera line of products. 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:
Design, implement, and test embedded software for camera platforms (e.g., ARM, microcontrollers, SoCs).Develop firmware, and hardware abstraction layers to interface with sensors, communication modules, and peripherals.Collaborate with hardware engineers for board bring-up, integration, and troubleshooting.Collaborate with hardware engineers on camera performance optimization, power management, and hardware driver integration.Optimize software for performance, reliability, and resource usage.Develop and execute unit and integration tests, perform debugging using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and emulators.Document code, technical designs, and development processes.Support production, QA, and field teams in deployment and issue resolution.Assist in defining requirements and participate in design reviews.Work with cloud software teams to design APIs, protocols, and features that enable seamless device-to-cloud connectivity.Partner with product managers and quality engineers to define technical requirements, conduct system testing, and ensure products meet performance and reliability standards.Other duties as assignedRequired Skills:
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience.5-15 years of embedded software development experience with Embedded Linux platforms.Professional experience working in C++ and familiarity with RTOS (e.g., FreeRTOS, ThreadX) and bare-metal programming.Experience with embedded systems/platforms, hardware interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, Ethernet, etc.).Knowledge of build systems, firmware upgrade mechanisms, and low-level debugging.Understanding of protocols (Bluetooth, BLE, Wi-Fi, LoRa etc.) and security.Experience working with source control systems (e.g., Git).Preferred or Bonus Skills:
Experience working with camera and home security products.Experience with Linux kernel, device drivers etc.Experience in leading a development of embedded devices.Please note that sponsorship of new applicants for employment authorization, or any other immigration-related support, is not available for this position at this time.
WHY WORK FOR ALARM.COM?
Collaborate with outstanding people: We hire only the best. Our standards are high and our employees enjoy working alongside other high achievers.Make an immediate impact: New employees can expect to be given real responsibility for bringing new technologies to the marketplace. You are empowered to perform as soon as you join the Alarm.com team!Gain well rounded experience: Alarm.com offers a diverse and dynamic environment where you will get the chance to work directly with executives and develop expertise across multiple areas of the business.Focus on fun: Alarm.com places high value on our team culture. We even have a committee dedicated to hosting a stand-out holiday party, happy hours, and other fun corporate events.Alarm.com values working together and collaborating in person. Our employees work from the office 4 days a week.COMPANY INFO
Alarm.com is the leading cloud-based platform for smart security and the Internet of Things. More than 7.6 million home and business owners depend on our solutions every day to make their properties safer, smarter, and more efficient. And every day, we're innovating new technologies in rapidly evolving spaces including AI, video analytics, facial recognition, machine learning, energy analytics, and more. We're seeking those who are passionate about creating change through technology and who want to make a lasting impact on the world around them.
For more information, please visit www.alarm.com.
COMPANY BENEFITS
Alarm.com offers competitive pay and benefits inclusive of subsidized medical plan options, an HSA with generous company contribution, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid holidays, wellness time, and vacation increasing with tenure. Paid maternity and bonding leave, company-paid disability and life insurance, FSAs, well-being resources and activities, and a casual dress work environment are also part of our outstanding total rewards package!
Alarm.com is an Equal Opportunity Employer
In connection with your application, we collect information that identifies, reasonably relates to or describes you ("Personal Information"). The categories of Personal Information that we may collect include your name, government-issued identification number(s), email address, mailing address, other contact information, emergency contact information, employment history, educational history, criminal record, and demographic information. We collect and use those categories of Personal Information about you for human resources and other business management purposes, including identifying and evaluating you as a candidate for potential or future employment or future positions, recordkeeping in relation to recruiting and hiring, conducting criminal background checks as permitted by law, conducting analytics, and ensuring compliance with applicable legal requirements and Company policies. By submitting your application, you acknowledge that we may retain some of the personal data that you provide in your application for our internal operations such as managing our recruitment system and ensuring that we comply with labor laws and regulations even after we have made our employment decision.
Notice To Third Party Agencies:
Alarm.com understands the value of professional recruiting services. However, we are not accepting resumes from recruiters or employment agencies for this position. In the event we receive a resume or candidate referral for this position from a third-party recruiter or agency without a previously signed agreement, we reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to you. If you are interested in working with Alarm.com, please email your company information and standard agreement to RecruitingPartnerships@Alarm.com.
JR105348
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The salary range of this opportunity is listed below and is determined within a range based on factors including qualifications, location and experience. This allows opportunity for growth and development within the role. The salary offered is part of a total compensation package.
Pay Range$150,000—$165,000 USD Read LessSoftware Technical Lead – Device Lifecycle & Integrations (DELI) Team
Play a Lead Role in the Future of Device Integration
The Device Lifecycle & Integrations (DELI) team builds the platforms and services behind the connected devices powering millions of Alarm.com homes and businesses. As a Software Technical Lead, you will drive technical delivery for projects, ensure high engineering standards, collaborate with stakeholders, and help team members grow—all while staying hands-on with our most critical codebases.
What You'll Do
Lead day-to-day technical execution on key DELI projects, from discovery and system design through delivery and adoption.Translate business and stakeholder requirements into robust, scalable software solutions.Guide technical project planning, architecture, and implementation—ensuring consistency, code quality, and timely results.Mentor and support the continued growth and development of engineers on your team, providing feedback and technical guidance.Represent your team's work in cross-team or department forums with clarity and technical detail.Drive adoption of best practices in code review, documentation, team workflows, and monitoring.Proactively identify challenges, risks, and underperformance—owning communication and course correction as needed.Contribute to defining and maintaining a constructive, high-performance team culture.Other duties as assigned.Who You Are
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent work experience).8+ years of professional software engineering experience, including at least 2 years in a technical or project leadership capacity.Proven experience architecting, building, and delivering distributed or cloud-centered systems using .NET/C# or a comparable technology stack.Solid grasp of core networking technologies and principles, with the ability to design and troubleshoot systems that rely on reliable device connectivity.Exposure to hardware integration or device-centric development environments—able to collaborate effectively with hardware teams and understand the unique challenges of tightly coupled software-hardware solutions.Demonstrated history of technical project delivery and proactive ownership.Track record in mentoring and developing engineers at multiple experience levels.Skilled in maintaining high standards for code quality, technical debt management, and effective code reviews.Clear and effective communicator, capable of articulating technical direction and representing the team in both technical and business settings.Highly organized, results-oriented, and adept at managing competing priorities and shifting project demands.Dedicated to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and growth-minded team environment.Preferred Skills & Experience
While not required, the following specialized skills and experiences are valuable additions to our team:
Experience applying Domain-Driven Design (DDD) principles to model business domains and maintain clear service boundaries.Proficiency in Test-Driven Development (TDD) and automated testing frameworks (unit, integration, end-to-end).Hands-on experience with container orchestration (Kubernetes) for large-scale deployment/management.Designing event-driven architectures using message brokers (Apache Kafka or similar).Advanced API development, including REST, gRPC protocol buffers, and high-performance service-to-service communication.Strong knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server—query optimization, performance tuning, and advanced features.Exposure to microservices resilience patterns, e.g., service mesh, circuit breakers.Implementing observability solutions—monitoring, logging, tracing, and alerting, for distributed systems.Familiarity with DevOps automation practices, such as infrastructure as code, deployment pipelines, and CI/CD.Understanding device communication protocols and experience overseeing large IoT device fleets.Please note that sponsorship of new applicants for employment authorization, or any other immigration-related support, is not available for this position at this time.
WHY WORK FOR ALARM.COM?
Collaborate with outstanding people: We hire only the best. Our standards are high and our employees enjoy working alongside other high achievers.Make an immediate impact: New employees can expect to be given real responsibility for bringing new technologies to the marketplace. You are empowered to perform as soon as you join the Alarm.com team!Gain well rounded experience: Alarm.com offers a diverse and dynamic environment where you will get the chance to work directly with executives and develop expertise across multiple areas of the business.Focus on fun: Alarm.com places high value on our team culture. We even have a committee dedicated to hosting a stand-out holiday party, happy hours, and other fun corporate events.Alarm.com values working together and collaborating in person. Our employees work from the office 4 days a week.COMPANY INFO
Alarm.com is the leading cloud-based platform for smart security and the Internet of Things. More than 7.6 million home and business owners depend on our solutions every day to make their properties safer, smarter, and more efficient. And every day, we're innovating new technologies in rapidly evolving spaces including AI, video analytics, facial recognition, machine learning, energy analytics, and more. We're seeking those who are passionate about creating change through technology and who want to make a lasting impact on the world around them.
For more information, please visit www.alarm.com.
COMPANY BENEFITS
Alarm.com offers competitive pay and benefits inclusive of subsidized medical plan options, an HSA with generous company contribution, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid holidays, wellness time, and vacation increasing with tenure. Paid maternity and bonding leave, company-paid disability and life insurance, FSAs, well-being resources and activities, and a casual dress work environment are also part of our outstanding total rewards package!
Alarm.com is an Equal Opportunity Employer
In connection with your application, we collect information that identifies, reasonably relates to or describes you ("Personal Information"). The categories of Personal Information that we may collect include your name, government-issued identification number(s), email address, mailing address, other contact information, emergency contact information, employment history, educational history, criminal record, and demographic information. We collect and use those categories of Personal Information about you for human resources and other business management purposes, including identifying and evaluating you as a candidate for potential or future employment or future positions, recordkeeping in relation to recruiting and hiring, conducting criminal background checks as permitted by law, conducting analytics, and ensuring compliance with applicable legal requirements and Company policies. By submitting your application, you acknowledge that we may retain some of the personal data that you provide in your application for our internal operations such as managing our recruitment system and ensuring that we comply with labor laws and regulations even after we have made our employment decision.
Notice To Third Party Agencies:
Alarm.com understands the value of professional recruiting services. However, we are not accepting resumes from recruiters or employment agencies for this position. In the event we receive a resume or candidate referral for this position from a third-party recruiter or agency without a previously signed agreement, we reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to you. If you are interested in working with Alarm.com, please email your company information and standard agreement to RecruitingPartnerships@Alarm.com.
#LI-KM1
JR105323
The salary range of this opportunity is listed below and is determined within a range based on factors including qualifications, location and experience. This allows opportunity for growth and development within the role. The salary offered is part of a total compensation package.
Pay Range$160,000—$180,000 USD Read Less