Staff Embedded Software Engineer - Boston - SimpliSafe

    SimpliSafe
    SimpliSafe Boston

    5 days ago

    Description

    Staff Embedded Software Engineer (Wireless Networking)


    Join to apply for the Staff Embedded Software Engineer (Wireless Networking) role at SimpliSafe.

    SimpliSafe is a high‑tech home security company dedicated to keeping every home secure. We cultivate a culture of collaboration, innovation, and inclusion, offering opportunities for growth and the chance to make a real impact.

    We embrace a hybrid work model, enabling you to split time between our state‑of‑the‑arts office and home. Core days are typically Tuesday and Wednesday for in‑person collaboration; the remainder of the week is flexible.

    What you'll do: You'll focus on optimizing SimpliSafe's wireless communication systems for performance, resilience, and power efficiency. This hands‑on role involves deep firmware work, network traffic analysis, and close collaboration with hardware, software, QA, and cloud teams to deliver robust wireless solutions.

    Responsibilities

    • Diagnose and resolve complex network connectivity, throughput, latency, and reliability issues across the entire networking stack, from PHY/MAC layers to application.
    • Implement, port, and optimize low‑power wireless protocols , HaLow, Thread) and TCP/IP to meet embedded constraints.
    • Conduct in‑depth performance analysis, identify bottlenecks, and propose innovative optimization solutions.
    • Perform root‑cause analysis of intermittent networking issues using advanced debugging techniques and tools.
    • Collaborate with hardware engineers on RF performance, driver integration, and firmware troubleshooting.
    • Collaborate with application software developers to ensure seamless integration of network services.
    • Define and help develop comprehensive test plans for wireless components, working with QA and automation teams.
    • Stay current with advances in wireless technologies, networking protocols, and embedded systems.
    • Travel to Asian manufacturing partners 1–3 times per year as needed.

    Required Skills & Experience

    • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
    • 5+ years of embedded firmware development with a strong focus on wireless networking.
    • Expert‑level proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems.
    • Deep understanding of the entire TCP/IP stack (Layers 2‑7), including Ethernet, IP, TCP, UDP, DNS, DHCP, and Thread.
    • Extensive experience with Wi‑Fi protocols, MAC layer operations, roaming, power‑saving modes, and coexistence.
    • Hands‑on experience with embedded operating systems such as FreeRTOS and Linux.
    • Experience with microcontrollers (e.g., ARM Cortex‑M/R) and their peripherals.
    • Proven ability to optimize embedded networking stacks for throughput, latency, power, and memory footprint.
    • Strong understanding of network security concepts, certificates, firewalls, and packet filtering.
    • Familiarity with tools such as Wireshark, Communications Analyzer, traffic generators, network throttling, and wireless impairment test setups.

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Experience with Matter/Thread networking.
    • Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS IoT) and connectivity requirements.

    Values

    • Customer Obsessed – building deep empathy for our customers.
    • Aim High – always challenging ourselves and others.
    • No Ego – maintaining a humble, inclusive attitude.
    • One Team – collaborative success.
    • Lift As We Climb – investing in others.
    • Lean & Nimble – agility and efficiency.

    What We Offer

    • Mission‑driven culture and inclusive environment.
    • Comprehensive total rewards package.
    • Free SimpliSafe system and professional monitoring for your home.
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to network, mentor, and develop.

    Target annual base pay range: $118,600 – $174,000. Base pay is market‑based and may include bonus, equity, and other benefits.

    SimpliSafe is an equal‑opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage individuals requiring reasonable accommodations to contact


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