Alarm.com Quality Engineer I at Alarm.com responsible for validating integration of smart home devices within the Connected Ecosystem. Focus on functional testing across hardware, firmware, software, and networked systems.
Responsibilities
Develop a strong understanding of product functionality, system architecture, and data flow
Write, execute, and maintain test plans, test cases, and supporting documentation
Perform manual end‐to‐end testing across hardware, firmware, software, and network components
Identify, log, track, and follow defects through resolution
Write high‐quality, detailed, and reproducible bug reports
Analyze logs, metrics, and system data to troubleshoot and identify root causes
Set up, configure, and maintain test environments, devices, and equipment
Triage urgent or high‐impact issues, prioritize appropriately, and propose solutions
Configure, maintain, and monitor test automation setups where applicable
Assess risk and determine appropriate test strategy based on system complexity and impact
Collaborate closely with developers, product managers, and other engineering teams
Continuously look for opportunities to improve test coverage, tooling, and processes
Qualification
Ability to work across hardwareExperience analyzing logsExposure to IoTWHY WORK FOR ALARMCollaborate with outstanding peopleMake an immediate impact
Required
0–3 years of Quality Assurance or related technical experience
B.A. or B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, or relevant discipline
Strong problem‐solving and analytical skills with a methodical approach to troubleshooting
Demonstrated technical aptitude and ability to learn new systems quickly
Ability to work across hardware, software, and networked systems
Comfort working with incomplete information and ambiguous problems
Strong attention to detail and a process‐oriented mindset
Self‐motivated with a demonstrated sense of ownership and accountability
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Team‐oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate effectively
Preferred
Exposure to test automation frameworks or tools
Familiarity with at least one programming or scripting language (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript, C#, etc.)
Experience analyzing logs, system data, or network traffic
Exposure to IoT, embedded, or distributed systems
Please note that sponsorship of new applicants for employment authorization, or any other immigration-related support, is not available for this position at this time.
WHY WORK FOR ALARM.COM?
Collaborate with outstanding people: We hire only the best. Our standards are high and our employees enjoy working alongside other high achievers.
Make an immediate impact: New employees can expect to be given real responsibility for bringing new technologies to the marketplace. You are empowered to perform as soon as you join the Alarm.com team!
