Director of Engineering, Smart Home

Description

Headquartered in the United States, TP-Link Systems Inc. is a global provider of reliable networking devices and smart home products, consistently ranked as the world's top provider of Wi-Fi devices. The company is committed to delivering innovative products that enhance people's lives through faster, more reliable connectivity. With commitment to excellence, TP-Link serves customers in over 170 countries and continues to grow its global footprint.

We believe technology changes the world for the better! At TP-Link Systems Inc, we are committed to crafting dependable, high-performance products to connect users worldwide with the wonders of technology.

Embracing professionalism, innovation, excellence, and simplicity, we aim to assist our clients in achieving remarkable global performance and enable consumers to enjoy a seamless, effortless lifestyle.

We are seeking a Director of Engineering, Smart Home, to lead our flagship smart home product lines.

This role manages software engineering teams including Embedded Software Applications, Embedded Software Platform, and Algorithms, and a hardware team. Responsibilities include supporting definition, development, technical review, and acceptance of wide-range smart camera products, while introducing and developing new technologies to enhance overall product competitiveness. This role will act as the engineering owner of the entire project lifecycle. You will coordinate with manufacturing, cloud, mobile and offshore teams to deliver high-quality products.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the smart home engineering Department: Drive feature development, ensure quality and safety, and foster innovation for wide-range smart home products.
• Own end-to-end product delivery: Act as the Research and Development project lead, coordinating cross-functional efforts across software, algorithms, hardware, production, cloud services, and mobile applications.
• Shape product direction: Partner with Product Management to translate customer needs into feasible solutions, from early research to production launch.
• Drive new technology adoption: Lead the strategy and execution for identifying, evaluating, and integrating new technologies and algorithms to enhance product competitiveness.
• 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.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in software/hardware engineering, including 5+ years in an engineering leadership role.
• Strong technical background in embedded systems, software, and algorithms, with the ability to represent engineering across hardware, cloud, and mobile domains. Experience with imaging algorithms or camera systems is a strong plus.
• Proven track record of end-to-end product ownership, from architecture and development through manufacturing and market launch. Experience delivering consumer electronics or smart home products from concept through mass production is a strong plus.
• Demonstrated success in building and scaling high-performing engineering teams and leading large-scale, cross-functional projects.
• Deep understanding of software development lifecycles, agile methodologies, and modern engineering practices.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with technical teams and executive stakeholders, with experience driving collaboration and alignment across Product Management, manufacturing, and global R&D teams as a strong plus.
• Bachelor's degree required. Master’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Bilingual in English and Mandarin is a plus but not required.

Benefits

Salary range: $180,000-$250,000

• Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance (partial premium coverage for dependents)
• Employer quarterly contributions to 401k funds
• 15 days accrued vacation
• 11 paid holidays
• Bi-annual reviews, and annual pay increases
• Health and wellness benefits, including free gym membership
• Quarterly team-building event

At TP-Link Systems Inc., we are continually searching for ambitious individuals who are passionate about their work. We believe that diversity fuels innovation, collaboration, and drives our entrepreneurial spirit. As a global company, we highly value diverse perspectives and are committed to cultivating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and valued. We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, and we 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. Beyond compliance, we strive to create a supportive and growth-oriented workplace for everyone. If you share our passion and connection to this mission, we welcome you to apply and join us in building a vibrant and inclusive team at TP-Link Systems Inc.

Please, no third-party agency inquiries, and we are unable to offer visa sponsorships at this time.