Smart Home Programmer

Listen Hear Home Entertainment and Automation; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation based on experience

Opportunities for professional growth and training

Job summary

Listen Hear Home Entertainment and Automation is seeking a skilled Smart Home Programmer. This role involves designing, developing, and supporting home automation systems. The ideal candidate will have experience with smart home platforms and a strong understanding of networking fundamentals.

You will be responsible for integrating connected devices, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating with clients and designers to achieve project goals. This is a full-time position with opportunities for both remote and on-site work.

Qualifications

• Experience with smart home platforms like Control4, Home Assistant, or Crestron.
• Strong knowledge of Wi-Fi, TCP/IP, routers, and switches.
• Understanding of smart home communication protocols like Z-Wave and Zigbee.

Responsibilities

• Program and maintain smart home automation systems.
• Integrate various smart devices for seamless operation.
• Troubleshoot issues remotely and physically.
• Collaborate to meet project goals.
• Document configurations and standards.

Skills

Smart home platforms experience

Networking fundamentals

Smart home protocols familiarity

Independent project management

Strong communication

Problem-solving skills

Job description

JOB TITLE: Smart Home Programmer
LOCATION: Remote / On‑Site
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full‑Time / Contract

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Smart Home Programmer to design, develop, and support modern home automation systems. The ideal candidate has a strong technical background, attention to detail, and a passion for creating seamless smart living experiences.

Key Responsibilities

Program, configure, and maintain smart home automation systems

Integrate lighting, HVAC, security, audio/video, and other connected devices

Customize automation logic, scenes, and user interfaces

Troubleshoot and resolve system issues both remotely and on‑site

Collaborate with installers, designers, and clients to meet project goals

Document system configurations and programming standards

Required Qualifications

Experience with smart home platforms (e.g., Control4, Home Assistant, Crestron, Savant, or similar)

Strong understanding of networking fundamentals (Wi‑Fi, TCP/IP, routers, switches)

Familiarity with smart home protocols (Z‑Wave, Zigbee, MQTT, KNX, or similar)

Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects

Strong communication and problem‑solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with mobile or web‑based control interfaces

Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices for IoT and smart home systems

Industry certifications related to automation or smart home technologies

Competitive compensation based on experience

Remote work opportunities (role‑dependent)

Opportunities for professional growth and training