Hardware Reverse Engineer

Team Summary

Our User Acceptance Testing & Research team is a group of experts focused on validating product functionality from a user perspective to support successful go-to-market decisions. The team collaborates across Product, Design, and Engineering departments to provide data-driven recommendations for feature improvements. We approach all testing from an end-user perspective to ensure optimal customer experience. Our approach combines early engagement, iterative feedback, and data-informed decisions to identify usability gaps, align with business goals, and enhance user experience

Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled Hardware Reverse Engineer to join our User Acceptance Testing team. In this role, you will analyze existing in-market smart home security products to understand their design, components, and functionality. Your insights will drive compatibility initiatives and product improvements across our security device ecosystem.

This position is suitable for people with disabilities and veterans with relevant experience.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Systematically teardown and analyze smart home security devices (cameras, doorbells, sensors, hubs), documenting each step to understand their hardware architecture
• Identify key components in security cameras, motion sensors, and video doorbells including image sensors, wireless chipsets, and power management systems
• Identify chip manufacturers, part numbers, and specifications on PCBs and components
• Research component manufacturers and suppliers using online resources to trace the origin of each part
• Document detailed component listings with manufacturer information and current market pricing
• Document communication protocols used in smart security ecosystems (Z-Wave, Zigbee, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, etc.)
• Analyze battery life optimization techniques in wireless security devices
• Analyze cloud connectivity methods and local processing capabilities
• Create comprehensive technical reports detailing product construction, component sourcing, and functionality

Qualifications And Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical field
• Good written and spoken English
• From 3 years of experience in hardware reverse engineering or related fields
• Strong knowledge of IoT communication protocols (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Z-Wave, Zigbee)
• Experience with video/audio capture systems and related hardware
• Understanding of sensor technologies (PIR, image sensors, microphones)
• Excellent documentation and technical writing skills

Nice to have

• Experience reading and creating schematics and PCB layouts
• Familiarity with battery technologies and power management systems
• Knowledge of embedded systems and microcontroller architectures

We offer multiple benefits that include

• The environment of equal opportunities, transparent and value-based corporate culture and an individual approach to each team member
• Competitive compensation and perks. Annual performance review
• Gig-contract
• 21 paid vacation days per year, paid public holidays according to the Ukrainian legislation
• Development opportunities like corporate courses, knowledge hubs, and free English classes as well as educational leaves
• Medical insurance is provided from day one. Sick leaves and medical leaves are available
• Remote working mode is available within Ukraine only
• Free meals, fruits, and snacks when working in the office.