Hardware Engineer

Arlo Technologies • Carlsbad, CA

1d • $75,000 - $90,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Arlo is seeking an entry-level Hardware Engineer for their Smart Home Device team. This is a hands-on position for a new or recent EE graduate interested in working with senior engineers on a diverse set of tasks based on R&D project needs. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, able to manage multiple tasks under supervision, and comfortable with product testing, test scripting, and rework/cabling. The role involves reporting results and issues clearly and is primarily lab-based in Carlsbad, CA. It offers a great opportunity to be hands-on and learn from the ground up.

Requirements

• Experience in performing measurements with bench top equipment such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, multimeters, power analyzers.
• Experience in compiling test data reports using Excel or similar.
• Experience with using test scripts such as Python.
• Experience in interpreting schematics and board layout documentation as part of product testing.
• Comfortable with fine pitch SMT soldering/rework and cabling.
• BSEE or Associate Degree in Electronics.

Responsibilities

• Participate in product testing within the Hardware team under engineering supervision.
• Conduct manual bench testing and automated testing via test scripts.
• Perform diverse tests including verifying battery charging & discharging, EMI coexistence tests, and audio tests.
• Generate clear test and data reports for engineering colleagues.
• Support Arlo R&D teams with prototype modifications, including cabling/wiring, SMT component replacement, PCB trace modifications, or mechanical part modifications.
• Maintain the Hardware Engineering Lab in good working order, keeping it organized, maintaining equipment, and ordering supplies.

Benefits

• We’re committed to inclusivity and selecting the strongest candidate—no matter their background.
• Even if you don’t meet every listed qualification, we encourage you to apply.
• We’re happy to support growth in areas essential to the role.
• Arlo is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• We value inclusion and are committed to inclusive, and 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, who are pregnant or have a related medical condition, or who have 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree