Quality Engineer I

Alarm Com; Tysons (VA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Office 4 days a week

Medical plans with subsidies

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Alarm.com is seeking Quality Engineers to validate integration of smart home devices across our ecosystem. You will perform manual end-to-end testing across hardware, firmware, software, and networked systems, own test plans, and drive quality improvements with a hands-on, ownership mindset.

New graduates or early-career engineers who learn quickly and communicate clearly will thrive as they collaborate with engineering, product, and other QA teams to ensure robust, scalable solutions.

Qualifications

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills for troubleshooting.
• Ability to work across hardware, software, and networked systems.
• Self-motivated with ownership and accountability.
• Team-oriented with clear communication across teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop understanding of product functionality, architecture, and data flow.
• Write, execute, and maintain test plans and cases.
• Perform manual end-to-end testing across hardware, firmware, software, and network components.
• Identify, log, and track defects; write reproducible bug reports.
• Analyze logs and system data to troubleshoot root causes; configure test environments.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Ownership

Learn quickly

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Hardware-software-network integration

Attention to detail

Education

B.A./B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering or Industrial Engineering or Computer Science

Job description

Quality Engineers on the Connected Ecosystem team are responsible for validating the integration of a wide variety of smart home devices within Alarm.com’s ecosystem. This role has a strong focus on functional testing of end‑to‑end systems and provides hands‑on exposure to the full product stack, including software, firmware, hardware, and networked systems.

This position is well‑suited for new graduates or early‑career Quality Engineers who are self‑starters, demonstrate a strong sense of ownership, and are eager to grow their technical skills. Successful candidates are strong problem solvers who are comfortable working with incomplete information, learning complex systems, and proactively identifying risk. You will be expected not only to execute tests, but to think critically about system behavior and drive quality improvements.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE IN THIS ROLE

• You take ownership of assigned features or systems and proactively identify quality risks
• You independently investigate issues, gather data, and propose next steps before escalating
• You produce clear, actionable test documentation and bug reports
• You continuously expand your technical understanding of the system under test
• You collaborate effectively with engineering, product, and other QA teams to drive quality forward

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop a strong understanding of product functionality, system architecture, and data flow
• Write, execute, and maintain test plans, test cases, and supporting documentation
• Perform manual end‑to‑end testing across hardware, firmware, software, and network components
• Identify, log, track, and follow defects through resolution
• Write high‑quality, detailed, and reproducible bug reports
• Analyze logs, metrics, and system data to troubleshoot and identify root causes
• Set up, configure, and maintain test environments, devices, and equipment
• Triage urgent or high‑impact issues, prioritize appropriately, and propose solutions
• Configure, maintain, and monitor test automation setups where applicable
• Assess risk and determine appropriate test strategy based on system complexity and impact
• Collaborate closely with developers, product managers, and other engineering teams
• Continuously look for opportunities to improve test coverage, tooling, and processes
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

Required

• 0–3 years of Quality Assurance or related technical experience
• B.A. or B.S.in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, or relevant discipline
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills with a methodical approach to troubleshooting
• Demonstrated technical aptitude and ability to learn new systems quickly
• Ability to work across hardware, software, and networked systems
• Comfort working with incomplete information and ambiguous problems
• Strong attention to detail and a process‑oriented mindset
• Self‑motivated with a demonstrated sense of ownership and accountability
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Team‑oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate effectively

Nice to Have

• Exposure to test automation frameworks or tools
• Experience analyzing logs, system data, or network traffic
• Exposure to IoT, embedded, or distributed systems

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.

• 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 us means fostering a strong sense of community. Our culture is built on collaboration and connection, where we celebrate our successes and believe that a positive, engaging environment is key to doing our best work.
• Alarm.com values working together and collaborating in person. Our employees work from the office 4 days a week.

COMPANY INFO

Alarm.com is the leading platform for intelligently connected properties. Millions of homeowners and businesses rely on Alarm.com 's technology to secure, monitor, and manage their environments from anywhere. Our comprehensive suite of solutions—including security, video surveillance, access control, active shooter detection, intelligent automation, energy management, and wellness—is delivered exclusively through a trusted network of thousands of professional service providers and commercial integrators across North America and worldwide. Alarm.com 's common stock is traded on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol ALRM. Alarm.com delivers serious security for serious people.

Our total rewards package is designed to support you holistically—in your health, your finances, and your life outside of work. The package includes medical plans with company subsidies, a Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution, and a 401(k) with an employer match. We encourage a healthy work-life balance with paid vacation that increases with tenure, paid holidays, wellness time, and paid maternity and bonding leave. To complete the package, we also provide company-paid disability and life insurance, all within a collaborative and casual work environment.

Notice To Third Party Agencies:
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The base salary range of this opportunity is listed below and is determined within a range based on factors including qualifications, location and experience. This allows opportunity for growth and development within the role. The base salary offered is part of a total compensation package.

Base Salary Range

$85,000 - $85,000 USD

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