Software Engineer I — Device Control

Job overview

The Software Engineer I — Device Control role follows a hybrid work model in Boston, MA, with two core in-office days and flexibility to work from home or the office on other days. The target annual base pay range is $75,100–$100,100. SimpliSafe’s mission is to keep every home secure, and this role supports its Device Cloud Services team. The engineer contributes to cloud-based systems that let customers interact with home security systems, building and maintaining reliable software components and automated tests. Working with senior engineers, the role also includes debugging, documentation, code reviews, and joining the team’s on-call rotation after onboarding and ramp-up.

What you'll do

• Learn the codebase and engineering practices while contributing to features
• use AI-assisted development tools for coding, testing, and debugging
• design and build tested software components with senior-engineer guidance
• write and maintain automated tests
• debug issues and fix bugs
• document systems
• participate in code reviews
• join the team’s on-call rotation after onboarding and ramp-up.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

software engineer i

device control

backend engineering

cloud-based systems

automated testing

distributed systems

ai-assisted development

hybrid

boston ma

simplisafe

on-call rotation

$75.1k–$100.1k

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Total rewards may include annual bonus participation, equity, medical and retirement benefits, a free SimpliSafe system and professional monitoring, and Employee Resource Groups.

Why this role

The role supports Device Cloud Services and includes an on-call rotation after onboarding and ramp-up.

About the employer

SimpliSafe is hiring for this role. Industry: Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths). Sector: 56.