Hardware Engineer

About Arlo:
At Arlo, we're passionate about creating innovative and reliable solutions that help people protect what matters most to them. Our team is dedicated to delivering products that exceed our customers' expectations, while always pushing the boundaries of what's possible in the world of protection technology. We believe that everyone deserves to feel safe and secure, whether they're at home or away, and we're committed to providing our customers with the peace of mind they need to live their lives without worry. Arlo’s deep expertise in AI- and CV-powered analytics, cloud services, user experience, product design, and innovative wireless and RF connectivity enables the delivery of a seamless, smart security experience for Arlo users that is easy to set up and interact with every day.

The Arlo Smart Home Device team is seeking an entry-level Hardware Engineer. We are looking for a new or recent EE graduate who is interested in a very hands-on position working within a team including more senior engineers. 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. The position is almost exclusively lab work in our office in Carlsbad, CA. This is a great opportunity for someone who likes to be hands-on and wants a chance to learn from the ground up.

Title: Hardware Engineer
Location: Carlsbad, CA
Contract: Fulltime/12-month Fixed Term

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, etc.

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 measurements 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.

Comfortable with fine pitch SMT soldering/rework and cabling

Education

BSEE or Associate Degree in Electronics

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 USD$75,000-90,000/year.  However, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple factors, including role, job-related knowledge, skills, relevant education and experience.  

We’re committed to inclusivity and selecting the strongest candidate—no matter their background. Even if you don’t meet every listed qualification, we encourage you to apply. We’re happy to support growth in areas essential to the role. Interested in learning more about our workplace? Visit and follow our LinkedIn, and Glassdoor pages to read employee insights and get updates of what it’s like to be part of Arlo.

Arlo is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value inclusion and are committed to inclusive, and harassment-free workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on all legally protected statuses in all hiring and employment.

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities, who are pregnant or have a related medical condition, 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.