Senior QA Automation Engineer

Lytx, Inc.
San Diego, United States of America
12 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior
Compensation
$ 184K

Job location

San Diego, United States of America

Tech stack

API
Artificial Intelligence
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Automation of Tests
Code Coverage
Computer Networks
Hypertext Transfer Protocols (HTTP)
Python
Message Queuing Telemetry Transport (MQTT)
Node.js
Cloud Services
TCP/IP

Job description

We are looking for a skilled Senior QA Automation Engineer to join a newly formed QA team supporting Lytx's cloud and IoT product platform. This is a hands-on role focused on validating complex systems that span backend services, APIs, and in-vehicle hardware.

You will work closely with QA leadership, engineering, and product teams to ensure reliable, high-quality releases., * Design and execute manual test cases based on functional and technical specifications.

  • Develop and maintain automated test scripts using Python and/or Node.js.
  • Contribute to test plans covering cloud services, APIs, and hardware integrations.
  • Participate in system, integration, regression, and release testing.
  • Investigate, document, and reproduce defects to support efficient resolution by engineering teams.
  • Assist in test environment setup, configuration, and maintenance.
  • Collaborate with developers and QA leadership to continuously improve test coverage and quality practices.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.Sc.) or equivalent experience.
  • 7 plus years experience with manual and automated software testing.
  • Proficiency in Python and/or Node.js for test automation.
  • Understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, HTTP, MQTT).
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Experience leverage AI to increase QA productivity
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Experience

  • Testing or integration of IoT devices or hardware products.
  • Fleet management, automotive, or telematics platforms.
  • AWS cloud services

Benefits & conditions

  • 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: $145,250.00 - $183,750.00

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: 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!

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