Senior Staff Software Engineer - Cloud Platform
Lytx, San Diego, CA, United States
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
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
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
You're driven to succeed and so are we. At Lytx, our mission is to protect a world in motion, and we do it by building technology and partnerships that help keep people safe on the road. The way we work is guided by our shared values:
D eliver for the customer,
R esponsibility in every outcome,
I nnovate with purpose,
V elocity with excellence, and
E levate each other.
If you're looking for meaningful work, a team that challenges and supports you, and the chance to grow your career while making a real impact, we'd love to meet you.
Together, we're helping make roadways safer and saving lives!
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.
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
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
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
You're driven to succeed and so are we. At Lytx, our mission is to protect a world in motion, and we do it by building technology and partnerships that help keep people safe on the road. The way we work is guided by our shared values:
D eliver for the customer,
R esponsibility in every outcome,
I nnovate with purpose,
V elocity with excellence, and
E levate each other.
If you're looking for meaningful work, a team that challenges and supports you, and the chance to grow your career while making a real impact, we'd love to meet you.
Together, we're helping make roadways safer and saving lives!
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.