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Hardware Engineer

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Alarm.com

Alarm.com

1,001-5,000 employees

Integrated smart security solutions for businesses

Data & Analytics
Hardware
Consumer Software
AI & Machine Learning
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$120k - $150kAnnually

Mid, Senior

San Diego, CA, USA

Category
Hardware Engineering
Electronic Hardware Engineering
Hardware Validation & Testing
Required Skills
Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Design
Requirements
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or a similar technical discipline; or equivalent demonstrable experience is required
  • 4+ years of electrical HW engineering experience including schematic capture, layout design, hardware bring-up
  • Skilled in circuit design, simulation, and testing
  • Knowledgeable and forward-thinking regarding technologies and developments in low power design
  • Rigorous attention to detail with focus on robustness, scalability, and quality of products
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Passion for working with technology and excitement for creating high quality consumer technology products
Responsibilities
  • Work with VP Technology to implement new designs
  • System architect, build and project plans for new product evaluation
  • HW design responsibility including Schematic design, PCB layout and design verification.
  • Design for high volume manufacturing
  • Work closely with RF design engineers on hardware design to optimize RF performance and minimize EMI
  • Work closely with Mechanical design engineers to meet product requirements with challenging space constraints
  • Collaborate with Firmware engineers to ensure efficient hardware verification and board bring up
  • Other duties as assigned

Alarm.com offers smart security solutions for businesses by integrating security, lighting, locks, video surveillance, and energy management into a single app. This allows small to medium-sized businesses to efficiently monitor and control their premises while benefiting from features like video monitoring and energy-saving smart thermostats. Unlike competitors that focus on individual security aspects, Alarm.com provides a comprehensive system that addresses multiple needs. The company partners with authorized service providers to deliver customized solutions and generates revenue through equipment sales and ongoing service fees.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$164.5M

Headquarters

Tysons, Virginia

Founded

2000

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

2%

1 year growth

3%

2 year growth

18%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The release of the new 8-channel SVR demonstrates Alarm.com's commitment to continuous product innovation and meeting market demands.
  • The growing market for smart security and home energy management systems presents significant growth opportunities for Alarm.com.
  • Strategic partnerships, such as with All Secure, enhance Alarm.com's market reach and credibility in providing state-of-the-art security solutions.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape includes major players like ADT, Amazon, and Honeywell, which could impact Alarm.com's market share.
  • The complexity of integrating multiple systems (security, energy management, etc.) could lead to technical challenges and customer dissatisfaction.

What makes Alarm.com unique

  • Alarm.com offers an integrated system that combines security, lighting, locks, video surveillance, and energy management into a single app, unlike competitors who may offer these services separately.
  • Their business model of partnering with authorized service providers ensures customized solutions and a steady revenue stream through ongoing service fees, setting them apart from DIY security solutions.
  • The focus on small to medium-sized businesses and commercial enterprises allows Alarm.com to tailor their offerings to meet the specific needs of these clients, unlike broader market competitors.