Embedded Firmware Engineering Manager

Alarm Com

Boston (MA)

On-site

USD 144,000 - 193,000

Full time

14 days+

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Office four days a week

Job summary

Alarm.com is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead an embedded software team focused on MCU firmware for security gateways and sensors. This player-coach role blends technical leadership with team growth, design reviews, and ensuring robust firmware across bare-metal and RTOS environments.

You will own the team's delivery, guide architecture discussions, and partner with hardware, product, and operations to bring products from concept to mass production, while aligning distributed teams and

Qualifications

BS or MS in Electrical, Computer, or Software Engineering or equivalent experience.
2+ years managing or leading an engineering team; 5+ years embedded firmware
Deep MCU experience: C, bare-metal/RTOS, hardware debugging (JTAG/SWD, logic analyzers, oscilloscopes)
Experience with low-power, battery-operated devices and wireless connectivity (cellular LTE Cat-M/NB-IoT, short-range radios)
Strong technical judgment and ability to vet designs and implementations
Excellent written and verbal communication for distributed teams and stakeholders

Responsibilities

Lead an embedded software team building MCU-based security gateways and sensors.
Own team delivery: sprint commitments, project plans, resource allocation.
Stay hands-on: lead design reviews, review code, help solve tough problems.
Collaborate with hardware, product, quality, and operations to take products to mass production.
Oversee manufacturing test software and production integration with contract manufacturers.
Coach and develop team members and hire as the team grows.
Coordinate across offices and keep plans and risks aligned.