Regulatory Compliance Director

Arlo Technologies, Inc.; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Arlo Technologies, Inc. is seeking an experienced Regulatory Compliance Director to lead the global compliance function. In this hybrid role, you will build and manage the Regulatory Compliance team while ensuring adherence to all regulatory matters from design to product launch.

The ideal candidate will have over eight years of experience, a bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field, and a background in consumer electronics. Regular travel will be required across several office locations.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in leading a team within regulatory compliance.
• Experience with consumer electronics or wireless products.
• Ability to communicate effectively and influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Define and manage Arlo’s global regulatory compliance strategy.
• Lead the Regulatory Compliance team and set clear goals.
• Oversee the identification of applicable regulatory standards.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance expertise

Analytical skills

Program management

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Knowledge of product safety standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related technical field

Tools

BOMs

ECR/ECO/MCO practices

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Regulatory Compliance Director to lead our global compliance function. In this role, you will build and manage the Regulatory Compliance team, serve as Arlo’s senior internal subject matter expert, and represent the company on all regulatory matters; from early design through product launch and market sustaining activities. This is a hybrid role that requires regular visits to our offices in Carlsbad, Irvine, Milpitas, and Richmond, as well as travel to other offices, test labs, and ODMs.

Strategy & Leadership

• Define and own Arlo’s global regulatory compliance strategy, aligning it with product roadmap and business objectives.
• Lead, mentor, and grow the Regulatory Compliance team; set clear goals, provide coaching, and cultivate a high-performance culture.
• Serve as the leading subject matter expert on all regulatory, radio, safety, and EMC matters for Arlo products, championing regulatory compliance awareness across the organization and with external partners.

Product Compliance & Homologation

• Oversee the identification of applicable regulatory, radio, safety, and EMC standards across all Arlo products in collaboration with engineering, suppliers, and third‑party test labs.
• Drive design‑stage compliance by actively participating in design reviews and risk analyses, embedding regulatory considerations early in the product development lifecycle.
• Lead product homologation efforts across all markets where Arlo products are sold, ensuring timely and thorough approvals.
• Develop and manage comprehensive product test plans in partnership with external labs, overseeing international regulatory approval projects end‑to‑end.
• Manage carrier certification processes, including GCF and PTCRB, for Arlo’s cellular product portfolio.

Stakeholder & Partner Management

• Act as the primary contact for Arlo’s strategic accounts on all regulatory compliance matters, providing expert guidance and maintaining strong executive‑level relationships.
• Serve as Arlo’s primary point of contact with customers, suppliers, test labs, and certification bodies on regulatory compliance related matters.
• Lead the team in partnering with internal departments to proactively identify, address, and resolve regulatory issues across product lines.

Documentation & Governance

• Own and maintain all regulatory compliance documentation in accordance with Arlo’s established standards and guidelines.
• Apply working knowledge of product configuration management practices (BOMs, specifications, ECR/ECO/MCO, part numbers, rules of interchangeability) to maintain compliance records.
• Collaborate with the ESG Committee to align compliance with Arlo's broader CSR/ESG commitments and contribute compliance data to ESG disclosures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience as a function head with a successful track record in leading a team.
• Experience in consumer electronics or wireless products such as security cameras, lights, batteries, power adapters, or solar panels, with a thorough understanding of the latest product safety compliance standards and certification processes with third‑party labs.
• Working knowledge of product configuration management practices (BOMs, specifications, ECR/ECO/MCO, part numbers, rules of interchangeability).
• Highly analytical, organized, and strong program management skills.
• Ability to influence and to communicate stories effectively.
• Willingness to travel internationally a few times a year.
• Experience with carrier certifications (e.g., Verizon, AT&T, US Cellular, Z‑Wave, ZigBee, Telstra) preferred.
• Mandarin speaking is a plus.

Equal Opportunity & Access Statement

Arlo is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. We value inclusion and are committed to an inclusive, harassment‑free workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on all legally protected statuses in all hiring and employment. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities, pregnant or with related medical condition, or sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.