Senior Staff Software Engineer - Cloud Platform
LytxAbout 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 - $232,500.00You’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: Deliver for the customer, Responsibility in every outcome, Innovate with purpose, Velocity with excellence, and Elevate 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.