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Director- Device Engineering

Alarm.com
Tysons, Virginia
Full Time
Posted November 25, 2025
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Job Description

The Director of Embedded Software at Alarm.com leads the device engineering teams to develop and execute embedded software strategies, overseeing multiple teams and external partnerships to deliver secure, scalable, and innovative embedded systems across the company's product portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage multiple embedded software engineering teams and managers to ensure software delivery across the device portfolio
  • Define and execute the long-term embedded software strategy, architecture, and technology roadmap aligned with company goals
  • Collaborate with executive leadership, product management, and engineering teams to drive strategic initiatives and business outcomes
  • Manage project leads working with third-party hardware companies to develop and integrate embedded software solutions
  • Oversee collaborative embedded software development efforts with external partners
  • Drive technical excellence through standardization, best practices, and scalable development processes
  • Build, recruit, and develop high-performing engineering talent and establish succession planning
  • Oversee budget planning, resource allocation, and project prioritization for embedded software initiatives
  • Champion innovation and emerging technologies to maintain competitive advantage in embedded software

Requirements

  • B.S. in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
  • Strong technical background with knowledge of C, C++, embedded systems architecture, and modern development practices
  • 10 years of experience in Embedded Systems development with increasing leadership responsibility
  • Experience with Embedded Operating Systems like Buildroot, Yocto Project, Android, and embedded Linux distributions
  • 5 years of experience leading engineering teams, including experience managing managers or multiple teams
  • Proven track record of building, scaling, and leading diverse technical organizations across multiple product lines
  • Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, resource allocation, and cross-functional collaboration at senior leadership level
  • Strong business acumen with ability to align technical decisions with company strategy and market requirements

Benefits & Perks

Competitive pay and benefits
Subsidized medical plan options
HSA with generous company contribution
401(k) with employer match
Paid holidays
Wellness time
Vacation increasing with tenure
Paid maternity and bonding leave
Company-paid disability and life insurance
FSAs (Flexible Spending Accounts)
Well-being resources and activities
Casual dress work environment

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