<div>Who We AreSmartRent (NYSE: SMRT) is revolutionizing how people live and work with the industry’s only end-to-end platform designed for the rental housing industry. By uniting purpose-built software, integrated hardware and full implementation and support in one ecosystem, we help owners and operators simplify operations, cut costs and deliver exceptional resident experiences. Recognized by Deloitte, HousingWire and the PropTech Breakthrough Awards, SmartRent is shaping the future of property technology and redefining what it means to make rental housing smarter.</div>Job DescriptionThe Embedded Software Engineer is responsible for developing and maintaining firmware for SmartRent devices, including Z-Wave controllers (hubs) and access control systems. This role supports the integration of hardware devices with SmartRent platform services, enabling reliable communication between field devices and cloud-based systems.This role contributes to firmware development using the Nerves framework and Elixir-based systems and collaborates with hardware, platform, and application teams to implement new functionality, support device reliability, and maintain existing device software. Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead medium- to large-scale development efforts across the embedded stack, from firmware through device interfaces, operating with a high degree of autonomy while collaborating with cross-functional teams.</li><li>Design, develop, and maintain firmware for SmartRent IoT devices using Elixir and the Nerves framework.</li><li>Lead the bring-up of new hardware platforms, including driver development, peripheral integration, and system validation.</li><li>Develop and maintain device-local user interfaces running on embedded hardware using technologies such as Phoenix, Flutter, and gRPC.</li><li>Integrate third-party systems, including HVAC, access control, and Z-Wave platforms, by interpreting vendor documentation and supporting required communication protocols.</li><li>Develop and maintain automated tests and supporting documentation to ensure system reliability and prevent regressions across deployed devices.</li><li>Develop project timelines, manage deliverables against defined milestones, and communicate risks, dependencies, and requirement changes proactively.</li><li>Support team development through code reviews, technical guidance, knowledge sharing, and mentorship of less experienced engineers.</li><li>Contribute to internal tooling, shared engineering resources, and open-source initiatives aligned with SmartRent’s technical ecosystem.</li></ul> Required Qualifications<ul><li>Minimum of 4 years of hands-on software development experience.</li><li>Proficiency in Elixir or Erlang/OTP, with working knowledge of the BEAM runtime, or demonstrated ability to learn and apply functional programming concepts.</li><li>Experience with, or demonstrated interest in, embedded Linux systems development.</li><li>Working knowledge of Linux internals, including device trees, kernel configuration, system boot processes, and shell tooling.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to deliver projects from design through deployment with minimal supervision.</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to learn and apply new tools, languages, and technologies as required.</li><li>Must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.</li></ul> Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>Experience with the Nerves framework or embedded Elixir development.</li><li>Experience with Phoenix, LiveView, or other Elixir-based web frameworks.</li><li>Working knowledge of C/C++ for hardware-adjacent development or driver support.</li><li>Familiarity with IoT communication protocols, such as MQTT, Z-Wave, or BLE.</li><li>Exposure to HVAC or building automation systems.</li><li>Experience integrating access control systems or similar hardware-based platforms.</li><li>Ability to read and interpret hardware datasheets and schematics at a foundational level.</li><li>Experience contributing to open-source projects or shared technical libraries.</li><li>Familiarity with Amazon Web Services (AWS), particularly in IoT-related environments.</li></ul> #LI-Remote<div><div><h3>We Put Our Employees First</h3>We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being and future. For our US employees, this includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance with low deductibles and 75–100% employer contributions. We also provide flexible and generous PTO (because we know how important work-life balance is), a competitive 401(k) with employer contributions, paid parental leave, discounted insurance plans for pets and legal services and an employee stock purchase plan to help you invest in your future.<h3>You’ll fit right in if you:</h3><ul><li>Do the hard work and go out of your way to deliver excellence</li><li>Own outcomes and learn from your mistakes</li><li>Are a collaborative and supportive team player—win or lose, you lift others up</li><li>Value authenticity, diverse perspectives, and inclusion in the workplace</li><li>Have a passion for smart tech and the real estate industry</li></ul></div><a href="https://smartrent.com/privacy/#:~:text=SmartRent%20values%20your%20privacy%20and,whom%20it%20may%20be%20shared.&amp;text=We%20collect%20personal%20information%20about,of%20our%20Site%20or%20Services.">Privacy Policy</a></div>

SmartRent is the leading provider of smart communities and smart operations solutions for the rental housing industry. SmartRent's platform, comprised of smart hardware and cloud-based SaaS solutions, gives operators seamless visibility and control over real estate assets, empowering them to simplify operations, automate workflows, benefit from additional revenue opportunities and deliver exceptional site team and resident experiences. We serve 15 of the top 20 multifamily owners and operators, and our solutions enable millions of users to live smarter every day. For more information, please visit www.smartrent.com. Awards: Deloitte Technology Fast 500 List, 2023 Entrepreneur of the Year Pacific Southwest - CEO Lucas Haldeman, 2023 HousingWire Tech 100, 2021, 2022, 2023 #1 on Growjo's 100 Fastest Growing Companies in Arizona, 2021 Best Places to Work in Multifamily&reg;, 2021 Best Companies Multifamily Award, 2020 Forbes&rsquo; Next Billion-Dollar Startups, 2020 AZ Central Top Companies to Work for in AZ, 2020

Senior Embedded Software Engineer I

<div>Who We AreSmartRent (NYSE: SMRT) is revolutionizing how people live and work with the industry’s only end-to-end platform designed for the rental housing industry. By uniting purpose-built software, integrated hardware and full implementation and support in one ecosystem, we help owners and operators simplify operations, cut costs and deliver exceptional resident experiences. Recognized by Deloitte, HousingWire and the PropTech Breakthrough Awards, SmartRent is shaping the future of property technology and redefining what it means to make rental housing smarter.</div>Job DescriptionThe Embedded Software Engineer is responsible for developing and maintaining firmware for SmartRent devices, including Z-Wave controllers (hubs) and access control systems. This role supports the integration of hardware devices with SmartRent platform services, enabling reliable communication between field devices and cloud-based systems.This role contributes to firmware development using the Nerves framework and Elixir-based systems and collaborates with hardware, platform, and application teams to implement new functionality, support device reliability, and maintain existing device software. Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead medium- to large-scale development efforts across the embedded stack, from firmware through device interfaces, operating with a high degree of autonomy while collaborating with cross-functional teams.</li><li>Design, develop, and maintain firmware for SmartRent IoT devices using Elixir and the Nerves framework.</li><li>Lead the bring-up of new hardware platforms, including driver development, peripheral integration, and system validation.</li><li>Develop and maintain device-local user interfaces running on embedded hardware using technologies such as Phoenix, Flutter, and gRPC.</li><li>Integrate third-party systems, including HVAC, access control, and Z-Wave platforms, by interpreting vendor documentation and supporting required communication protocols.</li><li>Develop and maintain automated tests and supporting documentation to ensure system reliability and prevent regressions across deployed devices.</li><li>Develop project timelines, manage deliverables against defined milestones, and communicate risks, dependencies, and requirement changes proactively.</li><li>Support team development through code reviews, technical guidance, knowledge sharing, and mentorship of less experienced engineers.</li><li>Contribute to internal tooling, shared engineering resources, and open-source initiatives aligned with SmartRent’s technical ecosystem.</li></ul> Required Qualifications<ul><li>Minimum of 4 years of hands-on software development experience.</li><li>Proficiency in Elixir or Erlang/OTP, with working knowledge of the BEAM runtime, or demonstrated ability to learn and apply functional programming concepts.</li><li>Experience with, or demonstrated interest in, embedded Linux systems development.</li><li>Working knowledge of Linux internals, including device trees, kernel configuration, system boot processes, and shell tooling.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to deliver projects from design through deployment with minimal supervision.</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to learn and apply new tools, languages, and technologies as required.</li><li>Must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.</li></ul> Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>Experience with the Nerves framework or embedded Elixir development.</li><li>Experience with Phoenix, LiveView, or other Elixir-based web frameworks.</li><li>Working knowledge of C/C++ for hardware-adjacent development or driver support.</li><li>Familiarity with IoT communication protocols, such as MQTT, Z-Wave, or BLE.</li><li>Exposure to HVAC or building automation systems.</li><li>Experience integrating access control systems or similar hardware-based platforms.</li><li>Ability to read and interpret hardware datasheets and schematics at a foundational level.</li><li>Experience contributing to open-source projects or shared technical libraries.</li><li>Familiarity with Amazon Web Services (AWS), particularly in IoT-related environments.</li></ul> #LI-Remote<div><div><h3>We Put Our Employees First</h3>We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being and future. For our US employees, this includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance with low deductibles and 75–100% employer contributions. We also provide flexible and generous PTO (because we know how important work-life balance is), a competitive 401(k) with employer contributions, paid parental leave, discounted insurance plans for pets and legal services and an employee stock purchase plan to help you invest in your future.<h3>You’ll fit right in if you:</h3><ul><li>Do the hard work and go out of your way to deliver excellence</li><li>Own outcomes and learn from your mistakes</li><li>Are a collaborative and supportive team player—win or lose, you lift others up</li><li>Value authenticity, diverse perspectives, and inclusion in the workplace</li><li>Have a passion for smart tech and the real estate industry</li></ul></div><a href="https://smartrent.com/privacy/#:~:text=SmartRent%20values%20your%20privacy%20and,whom%20it%20may%20be%20shared.&amp;text=We%20collect%20personal%20information%20about,of%20our%20Site%20or%20Services.">Privacy Policy</a></div>

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