Full-Time

Camera Systems Architect

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SimpliSafe

SimpliSafe

1,001-5,000 employees

Home security systems with monitoring services

Consumer Software
Consumer Goods

Expert

Boston, MA, USA

Hybrid work model requires in-office attendance on two core days (Tuesday and Wednesday).

Category
Electronics Design Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Required Skills
Product Management

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
  • 10+ years of relevant industry experience, with at least 5 years working on consumer products.
  • Detailed understanding of imaging systems & module designs (image sensors, ISPs, optics, assembly processes, etc).
  • Good knowledge of state of the art ISP data-flows and processing blocks.
  • Good understanding of image quality metrics and image quality evaluation.
  • Proven experience leading the design and development of complex systems from concept to mass production.
  • Experience working together with product management to understand the “why” and to be the voice of the customer.
  • Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage project timelines, and deliver high-quality products on time.
  • Experience vetting and working with global suppliers and manufacturing partners.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and creatively to resolve technical challenges.
  • Strong communication, EQ, and leadership skills, with the ability to guide and mentor junior engineers.
Responsibilities
  • Provide leadership for concept development, architecture, and design of camera and accessory systems.
  • Identify and analyze the cross-functional tradeoffs between design alternatives, including impact on performance, schedule, cost, risk, complexity, and scale.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including EE, ME, AI/ML, industrial design, and product management.
  • Guide design studies for imaging system proposals and, working closely with the Product Org, mapping proposals to system requirements and performance goals.
  • Drive the product development process from early-stage concept, through prototyping, testing, and production, to ensure products meet quality, cost, and schedule targets.
  • Oversee prototype development and testing, including designing system test strategies to validate product performance and resolve issues.
  • Lead design reviews and work closely with suppliers and global manufacturing partners to optimize the design for mass production.
  • Stay current with emerging technologies, sensors, and manufacturing processes to inform product design and innovation.
  • Influence product roadmaps.
  • Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers, helping them to develop their skills and advance their careers.
  • Drive programs forward with a reasonable sense of urgency.
Desired Qualifications
  • Startup experience is highly valued.

SimpliSafe offers home security systems that protect homes and businesses from intrusions, fires, and emergencies. Their products include customizable security cameras, video doorbells, smart locks, and various sensors, all designed for easy wireless installation. Unlike competitors, SimpliSafe provides features like visual verification of alarms and a panic button for discreet help. The company's goal is to enhance safety and security through accessible and reliable solutions, generating revenue from equipment sales and subscription-based monitoring services.

Company Stage

Debt Financing

Total Funding

$182.6M

Headquarters

Boston, Massachusetts

Founded

2006

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • SimpliSafe's AI integration enhances proactive security measures and crime prevention.
  • The company's UL certification improves emergency response efficiency and consumer safety.
  • Growing demand for smart home integration boosts SimpliSafe's market potential.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from DIY systems like Ring and Nest threatens market share.
  • Rapid AI advancements may outpace SimpliSafe's current technology offerings.
  • Privacy concerns over AI surveillance could impact reputation and sales.

What makes SimpliSafe unique

  • SimpliSafe offers customizable security systems tailored to individual customer needs.
  • Their systems feature wireless installation and long battery life for convenience.
  • SimpliSafe's visual verification feature enhances police response times during emergencies.

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Benefits

Health Insurance - A comprehensive plan provides peace of mind for you and your family.

Employee assistance program - Help through the difficult situations that come up at work and at home.

Tuition reimbursement - We want you to keep learning, so we’ll cover part of your tuition.

401(k) - Saving for your future in the present.

Unlimited vacation - Exempt employees take the time when you need it or want it. We mean it.

Life and disability insurance - Coverage for when you need it most.