QA & Automation Engineer

Location: Office - San Diego, CA, Remote - USA

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Lytx is building a next-generation product platform combining a cloud-native AWS backend with embedded IoT hardware, including in-vehicle gateways and smart cameras.

We are looking for a skilled 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.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.Sc.) or equivalent experience.
• 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.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Experience

• Testing or integration of IoT devices or hardware products.
• Fleet management, automotive, or telematics platforms.
• API and backend service testing.
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS preferred).

Why Join Us

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Hands-on role in a modern, evolving product ecosystem.
• Opportunity to grow technical and automation expertise.
• Collaborative, on-site team environment in San Diego.

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:

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 [email protected].  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.