Regulatory Compliance Director

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.

We are looking for an experienced Regulatory Compliance Director to lead our global compliance function. In this role, you will build and manage the Regulatory Compliance team, serve as Arlo’s senior internal subject matter expert, and represent the company on all regulatory matters; from early design through product launch and market sustaining activities.

It is important to note that this is a hybrid role, and you would be required to visit the office regularly, or as required to meet with stakeholders. Arlo has office locations in Carlsbad - CA, Irvine - CA, Milpitas - CA, Richmond - CAN. There will also be requirements to travel to other offices, test labs and ODMs.

Strategy & Leadership

• Define and own Arlo’s global regulatory compliance strategy, aligning it with product roadmap and business objectives.
• Lead, mentor, and grow the Regulatory Compliance team; set clear goals, provide coaching, and cultivate a high-performance culture.
• Serve as the leading subject matter expert on all regulatory, radio, safety, and EMC matters for Arlo products.
• Champion regulatory compliance awareness across the organization and with external partners, including ODMs and strategic accounts.

Product Compliance & Homologation

• Oversee the identification of applicable regulatory, radio, safety, and EMC standards across all Arlo products in collaboration with engineering, suppliers, and third-party test labs.
• Drive design-stage compliance by actively participating in design reviews and risk analyses, embedding regulatory considerations early in the product development lifecycle.
• Lead product homologation efforts across all markets where Arlo products are sold, ensuring timely and thorough approvals.
• Develop and manage comprehensive product test plans in partnership with external labs, overseeing international regulatory approval projects end-to-end.
• Manage carrier certification processes, including GCF and PTCRB, for Arlo’s cellular product portfolio.

Stakeholder & Partner Management

• Function as the primary contact for Arlo’s strategic accounts on all regulatory compliance matters, providing expert guidance and maintaining strong executive-level relationships.
• Serve as Arlo’s primary point of contact with customers, suppliers, test labs, and certification bodies on regulatory compliance related matters.
• Lead the team in partnering with internal departments to proactively identify, address, and resolve regulatory issues across product lines.

Documentation & Governance

• Own and maintain all regulatory compliance documentation in accordance with Arlo’s established standards and guidelines.
• Apply working knowledge of product configuration management practices (BOMs, specifications, ECR/ECO/MCO, part numbers, rules of interchangeability) to maintain compliance records.
• Collaborate with ESG Committee to align compliance with Arlo’s broader CSR/ESG commitments and contribute compliance data to ESG disclosures.

The successful candidate will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related technical field.
• A minimum of 8 years’ experience as a function head with successful track records in achieving success via leading a team.
• Experience in consumer electronics or wireless products, such as security cameras, lights, battery, power adaptor, solar panel, with thorough understanding on the latest product safety compliance standard and certification process with thirdparty labs.
• Working knowledge of product configuration management practices (BOMs, specifications, ECR/ECO/MCO, part numbers, rules of interchangeability).
• Highly analytical. Organized and strong program management skills.
• Ability to influence. A strong communicator that can tell stories.
• Ability to travel internationally few times a year
• Experience with carrier certifications (e.g., Verizon, AT&T, US Cellular, Z-Wave, ZigBee, Te