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Director- Device Engineering

Alarm.com
Tysons, Virginia
Full Time
Posted December 23, 2025
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Job Description

The Director of Embedded Software at Alarm.com is responsible for leading multiple engineering teams to develop and execute embedded software strategies across the company's device portfolio, ensuring high-quality, secure, and scalable solutions while collaborating with internal and external partners.

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 succession plans
  • 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; M.S. degree preferred.
  • 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
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 insurance
Company-paid life insurance
FSAs
Well-being resources and activities
Casual dress work environment

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