Software Engineer I - Device Control

About this role

SimpliSafe's Device Cloud Services team seeks a Software Engineer I to build backend systems enabling customers to control their home security systems remotely. You'll work on large-scale distributed services with senior mentorship, contribute real features from day one, and leverage AI-assisted development tools while growing your cloud engineering expertise.

What you'll do

• Learn the codebase and engineering practices while contributing to backend features with senior guidance
• Design and build well-tested software components for cloud-based device control systems
• Write automated tests to ensure code reliability and safe refactoring
• Debug issues, fix bugs, and make incremental improvements to existing services
• Participate in code reviews and document systems for team understanding
• Join on-call rotation as first responder after onboarding period

What they're looking for

• Proficiency in at least one modern programming language (C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, Java, C++, Go, Python)
• Data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented design principles
• Git and version control
• Problem-solving and attention to detail
• Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) — nice-to-have
• Distributed systems and APIs — nice-to-have
• Automated testing practices
• Agile/Scrum methodologies — nice-to-have

Benefits

• Hybrid work model with 2 core in-office days per week
• Mission-driven culture focused on home security and safety
• Comprehensive total rewards package supporting wellness and family security
• Mentorship from senior engineers and continuous learning opportunities
• State-of-the-art office facilities
• Inclusive, collaborative team environment with no-ego culture

Likely interview questions

• Tell us about a software project you've built—what language did you use, and what was most challenging?
• How do you approach learning a large, unfamiliar codebase when joining a new team?