Sr Firmware Eng

SimpliSafe • Boston, MA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

SimpliSafe is a high-tech home security company focused on protecting homes and building careers. They foster a collaborative, innovative, no-ego culture where employees can grow and thrive. The company is expanding and seeks talented individuals to join their mission of disrupting the home security space. They offer a hybrid work model, balancing in-office collaboration with remote flexibility.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in software development, system validation, or automated testing for distributed or embedded systems
• Strong programming skills in Python (PyTest or similar frameworks) with solid object-oriented design principles
• Experience designing and implementing automation frameworks or system-level validation across distributed or embedded systems
• Experience with CI/CD systems (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions) and build pipelines for complex systems
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills across system layers (firmware, services, APIs, infrastructure)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in cross-functional environments, with strong communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing, device simulation, or embedded/IoT systems
• Experience with build tools and dependency management (e.g., CMake, Conan)
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience with networking and wireless protocols (TCP/IP, WiFi, Bluetooth, LTE)
• Experience implementing monitoring, logging, and observability in validation or CI systems
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments and driving improvements in engineering workflows

Responsibilities

• Build and evolve hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) test automation infrastructure to provide rapid, production-like feedback on firmware and system behavior
• Develop and maintain validation frameworks, test harnesses, and environments tailored for embedded and distributed systems
• Create and maintain build and automation pipelines for firmware, including packaging, testing, and deployment workflows
• Use Infrastructure as Code (IaC) to provision and manage scalable development and validation environments
• Implement monitoring and logging to track validation system health, performance, and reliability
• Conduct early reviews of product requirements, specifications, and designs to shift validation left and identify issues before implementation
• Troubleshoot and resolve validation, build, and deployment issues to ensure high system availability and fast feedback cycles

Benefits

• Free SimpliSafe system and professional monitoring for your home.
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that bring people together, give opportunities to network, mentor and develop, and advocate for change.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior