Software Engineer II at SimpliSafe

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Home Security, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Experience designing and implementing features in cloud-based backend systems
Experience with at least 1 major programming language (C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, Java, C++, Go, Python, etc.), and comfortable being on a team that utilizes multiple languages
A strong understanding of the SOLID principles
Passion, curiosity and a desire to continuously learn and grow
Experience using AWS, Azure, or GCP
Familiarity with the Agile Scrum process

Responsibilities

Develop and design simple, reliable, high-quality software that scales to meet the needs of our growing customer base
Develop and maintain tests to ensure the solution continues to function at a high level and can be maintained & refactored safely
Long-term support & maintenance work, such as performance optimization, bug fixes, feature additions, design and usability improvements, and automation
Document the systems you are building to ensure they can be maintained by the next generation of developers
Serve in an on-call rotation as a first responder for software owned by your team

Skills

Backend Development

Cloud Services

Distributed Systems

Software Testing

Scalable Software

Reliability Engineering

SimpliSafe

Customizable home security systems and monitoring

About SimpliSafe

SimpliSafe offers home security systems that protect homes and businesses from intrusions, fires, and emergencies. Their products include security cameras, video doorbells, smart locks, and various sensors, all of which can be customized to meet individual needs. The company stands out with features like wireless installation and visual alarm verification, which can lead to faster police response times. SimpliSafe's goal is to provide easy-to-install security solutions with professional monitoring for residential and small business clients.

Boston, MassachusettsHeadquarters

2006Year Founded

$182.6MTotal Funding

DEBTCompany Stage

Consumer Software, Consumer GoodsIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance - A comprehensive plan provides peace of mind for you and your family.

Employee assistance program - Help through the difficult situations that come up at work and at home.

Tuition reimbursement - We want you to keep learning, so we’ll cover part of your tuition.

401(k) - Saving for your future in the present.

Unlimited vacation - Exempt employees take the time when you need it or want it. We mean it.

Life and disability insurance - Coverage for when you need it most.

Risks

Increased competition from DIY systems like Ring and Nest threatens market share.

Rapid AI advancements could outpace SimpliSafe's current technology offerings.

Privacy concerns over AI and live monitoring may deter potential customers.

Differentiation

SimpliSafe offers customizable security systems tailored to individual customer needs.

Their wireless installation and long battery life set them apart from competitors.

Visual alarm verification leads to faster police response times, enhancing security effectiveness.

Upsides

AI integration enhances proactive threat detection and response in SimpliSafe's systems.

Growing demand for outdoor security solutions aligns with SimpliSafe's new product offerings.

DIY security system trend supports SimpliSafe's easy-to-install product design.

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