Device Engineer I

Alarm.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 early-career embedded software engineer to join the Device Engineering team and help us define the future of the Internet-of-Things for residential and commercial properties by creating and integrating devices including security panels, networking gateways, and video cameras. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate to learn embedded Linux development from the ground up: you will be paired with experienced engineers, own increasingly independent pieces of real shipping firmware, and work with a team 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. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or related field, completed or expected within the year. 0-2 years of professional experience; internships, co-ops, research, capstone, or personal projects involving embedded or systems software are welcome in place of industry experience. Proficiency in C and/or C++, with an understanding of software architecture and design principles. Coursework or project experience with Linux and comfort working from the command line. Exposure to microcontrollers or single-board computers (e.g., STM32, ESP32, Arduino, Raspberry Pi, BeagleBone) and hardware peripherals such as UART, SPI, I2C, and ADC. Foundational understanding of electronics and the ability to read circuit schematics. Familiarity with version control systems such as Git. Strong problem-solving skills, curiosity about how hardware and software meet, and eagerness to learn from code review and mentorship. Clear written and verbal communication, and the ability to collaborate on a team. Preferred Qualifications: Exposure to the Linux kernel, device drivers, board support packages, or hardware bring-up. Experience with cross-compilation and build frameworks such as Yocto, Buildroot, OpenWRT, or Android. Hands-on use of debugging tools such as JTAG, SWD, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers. Experience with scripting (Python, Bash), RTOS concepts, networking fundamentals, or automated testing. Responsibilities: Work alongside senior engineers to develop and maintain embedded Linux applications, platform frameworks, and board support packages using C/C++. Implement, test, and debug well-scoped features and bug fixes on real hardware, growing toward independent ownership. Support device bring-up and validation with electrical and mechanical engineers. Contribute to features that connect our devices to the cloud, working with software engineers across teams. Participate in code reviews, write unit tests, and document your work to Alarm.com 's standards. Communicate effectively and collaborate with others to ensure the timely delivery of projects. Other duties as assigned. 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. Community and Camaraderie: One of our core values is to 'Keep It Fun,' which to…