SimpliSafe · 1 month ago
Staff Software Engineer (User Systems)
Boston, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$135K/yr - $198K/yrSimpliSafe is a high-tech home security company dedicated to protecting homes and fostering a collaborative work culture. They are looking for a Staff Backend Software Engineer to lead the technical direction and architecture of their backend systems, mentor engineers, and drive complex initiatives.
Consumer ElectronicsHome ImprovementManufacturingSecuritySensorSmart Home
Responsibilities
Own the design, review, and implementation of complex, large-scale, and highly available backend services and microservices
Serve as an active individual contributor, writing high-quality, maintainable code and tackling the most challenging technical problems
Define and drive improvements in performance, scalability, monitoring, and operational excellence, ensuring our systems meet demanding SLOs/SLIs
Work closely with Engineering Directors/Sr. Managers and Product Managers to define the long-term technical roadmap, identifying strategic investments in core infrastructure and managing technical debt
Act as the lead technical mentor and coach for multiple engineers, defining best practices, conducting rigorous code and design reviews, and raising the overall technical bar across the entire backend organization
Lead technical collaboration and coordination across different teams, resolving major technical blockers, and standardizing shared services and technologies
Take on increasing responsibilities related to process and project leadership, including driving quarterly planning, leading post-mortems, and starting to formally participate in candidate interviewing and onboarding
As part of the growth plan, participate in management activities, such as leading team retrospectives, providing structured peer feedback for performance reviews, and one-on-ones
Qualification
Required
Extensive professional software engineering experience, with significant time spent leading projects and driving technical direction at a Senior or Staff level
Mastery in designing, building, and operating distributed, high-volume backend systems and REST/gRPC APIs
Proficiency in at least one major programming language (e.g., JavaScript/TypeScript, Rust, Java, Go, Python, C#) with the adaptability to work with multiple languages
Proven ability to architect solutions using modern patterns, including event-driven architectures, domain-driven design, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
Expert knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) and proficiency in operational tools for monitoring, logging, and CI/CD
Exceptional communication, documentation, and presentation skills, with a proven track record of influencing technical decisions across organizational boundaries
Familiarity with Agile methodologies (Scrum or Kanban) and DevOps principles
Benefits
A mission- and values-driven culture and a safe, inclusive environment where you can build, grow and thrive
A comprehensive total rewards package that supports your wellness and provides security for SimpliSafers and their families (For more information on our total rewards please click here)
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.
Participation in our annual bonus program
Equity
Other forms of compensation
A full range of medical, retirement, and lifestyle benefits
Company
SimpliSafe
SimpliSafe is a home security company that designs, engineers, and sells cameras, smart lock, and wireless security alarm systems.
Founded in 2006
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$387MKey Investors
Sequoia Capital
2025-09-15Acquired
2022-05-06Debt Financing· $200M
2021-04-12Private Equity· $130M
Leadership Team
Hilary Schneider
Chief Executive Officer
Eleanor Laurans
Co-Founder
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