Joblaze summary

In this role, the Senior Software Engineer will focus on developing the user interface for Verkada's alarm console, ensuring a seamless experience for real-time security monitoring and communication. The position requires strong expertise in Android development, particularly for embedded systems, along with a solid understanding of performance optimization on constrained devices. This opportunity is ideal for seasoned engineers with a background in embedded UI products, especially those familiar with security or IoT applications. The team operates with a startup mentality, allowing for significant autonomy and influence over product direction.

Joblaze insights

Listed about a month ago — first seen on Joblaze September 3, 2026. Last confirmed on Verkada's careers page October 31, 2026.
Salary band is below the typical range for Mobile roles (median ~$190,800).
Starts at or below all 12 comparable senior mobile roles in United States that list Android we track (median $201,700 across 9 companies).
Android appears in 36.6% of 41 comparable senior mobile roles in United States; Linux appears in 4.9% of 41 comparable senior mobile roles in United States.

Quick facts

What's the salary range?: Verkada lists $130,000–$280,000 for this role.
How much experience is required?: At least 6 years of relevant experience for this Senior Software Engineer - Native Application role.
What's the tech stack?: Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: Android, IoT, Linux.
Does Verkada sponsor work visas for this role?: Yes — the posting indicates visa sponsorship is available for the right candidate.
What seniority level is this role?: Verkada targets senior candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?: Full-time for this Senior Software Engineer - Native Application role at Verkada.

From the original posting

Who We Are

About the Team

As a member of the Alarms engineering team, you will be responsible for building compelling user experiences for one of Verkada’s major new product categories. This is an opportunity to take ownership over software products which keep our customers protected in times of critical need.

You’ll be working alongside a small, dynamic team of frontend, backend and firmware engineers to develop these experiences. Our team operates as a startup within a startup, so you can expect a lot of autonomy and impact on the direction of the Alarms product category.

About the Role

We're looking for an Android Embedded UI Engineer to build the on-device interface for Verkada's alarm console — a touchscreen device used for real-time security monitoring, alert response, live video streaming, and two-way audio communication.

You'll own the UI end-to-end, working at the intersection of software and hardware. This means tight collaboration with the firmware team, a strong instinct for performance on constrained devices, and genuine care for how the product feels to someone using it in a high-stakes moment.

What You'll Do

Build and own the touchscreen UI on the alarm console, from architecture through to polish
Develop real-time experiences for security alerts, live video streaming, and two-way talkdown
Help define technical direction and architecture for on-device UI development

What You Bring

6+ years of software engineering experience
Strong Android expertise with hands-on experience building on Android as an embedded device OS
Prior experience shipping embedded UI products — security panels, kiosks, industrial displays, or similar
Solid grasp of performance on constrained hardware and how to build smooth, reliable experiences within those limits

Bonus Points

Experience with native Linux UI frameworks such as LVGL or Qt
Background in physical security or IoT products

Healthcare programs that can be tailored to meet the personal health and financial well-being needs - Premiums are 100% covered for the employee under at least one plan and 80% for family premiums under all plans
Nationwide medical, vision and dental coverage
Health Saving Account (HSA) with annual employer contributions and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) with tax saving options
Expanded mental health support
Paid parental leave policy & fertility benefits
Time off to relax and recharge through our paid holidays, firmwide extended holidays, flexible PTO and personal sick time
Professional development stipend
Wellness/fitness benefits
Healthy lunches provided daily
Commuter benefits

Additional Information

We do sponsor and take over sponsorship of employment visas for this role. If we make you an offer, we will make every reasonable effort to get you a visa.

Annual Pay Range

Estimated Annual Pay Range

$130,000—$280,000 USD

Verkada Is An Equal Opportunity Employer

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Senior Software Engineer - Native Application