Arlo is an award-winning, market leader in the smart home IoT category that is focused on bringing together deep expertise in product design, wireless connectivity and RF engineering, cloud infrastructure and leading-edge AI capabilities to create a seamless smart home experience for Arlo users that's easy to setup and a joy to interact with every day.
We are a passionate and diverse group of thought leaders, creators, and developers across all disciplines dedicated to changing how people protect and connect with the people and things they love.
The Arlo Smart Home Device team is seeking an R&D Hardware Technician. We are looking for someone interested in doing a very diverse set of tasks based on R&D project needs. You should be self-motivated and able to manage multiple tasks at the same time under supervision of engineering colleagues. You should be comfortable with product testing, test scripting, and rework/cabling as needed. You should be able to report results and issues in a clear manner.
Tasks:

• Participate in product testing within the Hardware team under engineering supervision. Testing includes manual bench testing and automated testing via test scripts. Tests will be diverse including verifying battery charging & discharging, EMI coexistence tests, audio tests, and other tests as needed.
• Generate clear test and data reports for engineering colleagues to review.
• Support the Arlo R&D teams with prototype modifications, whether with cabling/wiring, SMT component replacement, PCB trace modifications, or modifications to mechanical parts.
• Maintain the Hardware Engineering Lab in good working order, keeping it organized and maintaining equipment as needed, ordering supplies.

Key Qualifications:

• Experience in performing validation with bench top equipment such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, multimeters, power analyzers.
• Experience in compiling test data reports using Excel or similar.
• Experience with using test scripts such as Python.
• Experience in interpreting schematics and board layout documentation as part of product testing.
• Experience in fine pitch SMT soldering/rework and cabling

Education

• Associate Degree in Electronics related field or Electronics Technician Degree, or relevant work experience

Studies have shown that candidates from certain underrepresented communities may be less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every single one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive company and we are most interested in finding the BEST candidate for the job, regardless of their background. That candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background, and that's okay. We would strongly encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of the qualifications described. We may work with candidates, as appropriate, to ensure they develop additional skills as necessary to fulfil the essential functions of the job.
Arlo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to a diverse, inclusive, and harassment-free workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on age, race, colour, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, religion, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status in all hiring and employment. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities, who are pregnant, or who have sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
The pay range for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries at commencement of employment and is expected to be between $24- 37/hour, plus equity. However, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple factors, including location, role, job-related knowledge, skills, relevant education and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including bonus, equity, and a full range of benefits. Details of all benefits will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.