Lytx, Inc.
Protecting and connecting thousands of fleets worldwide.
Senior Staff Software Engineer - Cloud Platform
Software EngineerSoftware EngineerFull TimeRemoteTeam 501-1,000Since 1998H1B No SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn
Location
California
Posted
27 days ago
Salary
$183.5K - $232.5K / year
Bachelor Degree9 yrs expEnglishAWSAws CdkCC++Java ScriptNode.jsPostgre SQLPythonReactReact NativeRust
Job Description
About the Role
Lytx is building a scalable, cloud-first product platform that integrates large-scale AWS services with hardware-based IoT devices, including in-vehicle gateways and smart cameras. We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer with deep technical expertise and architectural understanding to play a key role in designing, building, and operating our cloud platform.
This role is suited for a highly capable, self-directed engineer who can own end-to-end delivery – from backend services and infrastructure to frontend and mobile applications – and who thrives in a fast-moving, agile environment.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain
scalable backend services
running in AWS.
Contribute to
system architecture and technical design
for large-scale, distributed cloud deployments.
Develop and maintain services using
Node.js
and other backend technologies.
Work with
PostgreSQL
, including schema design and query performance optimization.
Design, implement, and test
infrastructure-as-code
using AWS CDK.
Build and maintain
frontend applications
using
React
Contribute to
mobile applications
built with
React Native
for Android and iOS.
Develop software components across multiple languages, including:
JavaScript / Node.js
Python
Rust
C / C++
Ensure high standards of
code quality, testing, reliability, and security
Collaborate closely with product, QA, and operations teams while maintaining strong individual ownership.
Take responsibility for
full task ownership
, including development, testing, deployment, and production readiness.
Required Qualifications
Competitive compensation and benefits.
High-impact role with
significant technical ownership
Opportunity to work across
cloud, data, frontend, mobile, and infrastructure
Flexible location:
Remote (U.S.) or on-site in San Diego
Work on products that combine
cloud scale with real-world IoT systems
Benefits:
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
Telehealth
401(k) and 401(k) match
Life and AD&D insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
FTO or PTO
Employee Well-Being program
11 paid holidays plus 1 inclusive holiday per year
Volunteer Time Off
Employee Referral program
Education Reimbursement Program
Employee Recognition and Appreciation program
Additional perk and voluntary benefit programs
Salary is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This position is also eligible for an incentive compensation plan. The expected hiring salary for this position is:
$183,500.00 - $232,500.00
Innovation Lives Here
You go all in no matter what you do, and so do we. At Lytx, we’re powered by cutting-edge technology and Happy People. You want your work to make a positive impact in the world, and that’s what we do. Join our diverse team of hungry, humble and capable people united to make a difference.
Together, we help save lives on our roadways!
Lytx, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender, genetic information, uniformed service, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, or any other status protected by federal or state law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation for candidates with disabilities who need assistance during the hiring process. To request a reasonable accommodation, please email
TA@lytx.com
. Lytx conducts background checks on applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment in accordance with applicable local, state, federal and regional laws. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment and will be made in accordance with all applicable local, state, federal and regional laws.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in
- Computer Science
- , Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
- Senior-level experience in
- software development
- for cloud-based systems.
- Strong understanding of
- distributed systems, microservices, and cloud architecture
- .
- Deep knowledge of
- AWS services
- and cloud-native design patterns.
- Experience writing, testing, and maintaining
- AWS CDK
- scripts.
- Expertise in
- IP networking
- , including TCP/IP and related protocols.
- Proven ability to work across the
- full stack
- : backend, frontend, infrastructure, and deployment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
- Preferred Experience
- Large-scale, production cloud platforms.
- IoT, device-integrated, or data-intensive systems.
- CI/CD pipelines and automated deployments.
- Performance tuning and observability in cloud environments.
- Personal Attributes
- Highly committed, reliable, and accountable.
- Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision.
- Able to own and deliver complex features end-to-end.
- Agile mindset with the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Why Join Us
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