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Director of Engineering, Smart Home

Job in Irvine, Orange County, California, 92713, USA
Listing for: TP-Link
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-04
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Systems Engineer, Software Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 180000 - 250000 USD Yearly USD 180000.00 250000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Director of Engineering, Smart Home – TP-Link Systems Inc.

Join us as a Director of Engineering for our flagship smart camera and doorbell product lines. Located in the United States with a global footprint, TP‑Link is a world‑leading provider of Wi‑Fi devices. We are committed to crafting dependable, high‑performance products that connect users worldwide.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the embedded software team:
    Drive feature development, quality, and innovation in smart home camera products.
  • Own end‑to‑end product delivery:
    Act as the R&D project lead, ensuring alignment and execution across hardware, production, cloud services, and mobile apps.
  • Shape product direction:
    Partner with Product Management to translate customer needs into feasible solutions, from early research to production launch.
  • Define technical roadmap:
    Guide system architecture and ensure scalable, secure, and reliable designs.
  • Coordinate global collaboration:
    Align international R&D resources, bridge cultural gaps, and enable seamless teamwork.
  • Build and grow teams:
    Recruit, mentor, and inspire top talent while fostering a culture of innovation and accountability.
Qualifications
  • 10+ years of software/hardware engineering experience, including 5+ years in an engineering leadership role.
  • Strong technical background in embedded systems/software, with proven ability to represent engineering across hardware, cloud, and mobile.
  • Track record of end‑to‑end product ownership—from architecture and development through manufacturing and market launch.
  • Demonstrated success in building and scaling high‑performing engineering teams and leading large‑scale, cross‑functional projects.
  • Deep understanding of software development life cycles, agile methodologies, and modern engineering practices.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical teams and executive stakeholders.
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
  • Bilingual in English and Mandarin is a plus, but not required.
Compensation

Salary range: $180,000 – $250,000

Benefits
  • Free snacks and drinks, and provided lunch on Fridays
  • Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance (partial coverage for dependents)
  • Contributions to 401(k) funds
  • Bi‑annual reviews and annual pay increases
  • Health and wellness benefits, including free gym membership
  • Quarterly team‑building events

TP‑Link Systems Inc. is committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Please note:

We are not accepting third‑party agency inquiries, and we do not offer visa sponsorship at this time.

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