Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET I)

ABOUT LVT

LVT is redefining how businesses operate in the physical world, moving beyond traditional security solutions to deliver AI-driven, actionable intelligence that makes sites smarter, safer, and more secure. Since pioneering our first mobile, solar-powered units, our commitment to scrappy, hands-on innovation has made us an established leader and one of the fastest-growing companies in intelligent site technology. We are building the next generation of solutions—from our physical units in the field to a powerful Agentic AI platform—that allows our customers to gain unprecedented visibility and control over safety, compliance, and operations. This is your chance to join a cutting-edge team that isn't just watching the world change, but actively building the technology that is changing it.

We’re a team that’s focused on growth and innovation, and we’re proud that our crew, products, and leadership are being recognized for it.

• A Top-Tier Growth Company: Named one of the Financial Times’ Fastest Growing Companies 2025 and #10 on the Inc. 5000 Rocky Mountain Regional list for 2025.

• Innovative Leadership: Our CEO, Ryan Porter, was named an EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2025, and our CTO, Steve Lindsey, was inducted into the Silicon Slopes CTO Hall of Fame in 2024.

• Product & Software Excellence: We were named one of The Software Report’s Top 100 Software Companies of 2023 and are a winner of the Security Today Govies Award for 2025.

ABOUT THIS ROLE

As a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) at LVT, you will be a primary architect of quality within our Software Quality team. You won't just find bugs; you will build the sophisticated automation frameworks and testing strategies that ensure our AI-driven platforms remain world-class. Working at the intersection of development and operations, you will drive a "quality-first" culture that empowers our engineers to deploy with confidence and speed.

This role is based in-office out of our Headquarters in American Fork, Utah.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Architect Scalable Frameworks: Design, develop, and maintain robust test automation frameworks that support our rapidly evolving software and hardware ecosystem.

• Drive CI/CD Integration: Seamlessly integrate automated testing into our CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions) to accelerate our release cycles without compromising reliability.

• Engineer End-to-End Coverage: Develop comprehensive automated and manual test cases that validate system performance, security, and functional integrity.

• Collaborate for Resolution: Partner closely with developers and product managers to identify, document, and track defects, ensuring swift and effective resolution.

• Establish Best Practices: Define and enforce rigorous test automation methodologies and tools across the engineering organization.

• Optimize Performance: Continuously analyze test results and troubleshoot failures to optimize scripts for maximum scalability and reliability.

• Innovate Testing Strategy: Stay at the forefront of emerging QA technologies, proactively implementing new tools that enhance efficiency and coverage.

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Proven Technical Foundation: 3-5 years of experience in software architecture, development, and release management with a strong emphasis on coding and debugging.

• Automation Expert: 3-5 years of hands-on experience building and managing test frameworks such as Selenium, Cypress, or Pytest.

• Polyglot Mindset: Proficiency in modern programming languages, specifically Python, JavaScript, and TypeScript.

• Pipeline Proficiency: Deep understanding of CI/CD integrations and automated deployment workflows, specifically utilizing GitHub Actions.

• Agile Veteran: 3+ years of experience operating in high-velocity, Agile development environments.

• Hardware-Software Intuition: Experience (or strong interest) in the unique challenges of testing integrated hardware and software solutions.

• Cloud & Containerization Savvy: Familiarity with AWS, Docker, and Kubernetes is a significant plus.

• Proactive Communicator: Exceptional ability to articulate technical challenges and quality risks to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

COMPENSATION

The beginning annual salary range for this role is [$100,000 - $145,000] USD and is determined by location, job-related experience, and education/training. Your total earning potential is amplified by a bonus structure tied to meeting goals, and you will become an owner from day one through our employee equity program.

BENEFITS

We believe you do your best work when your whole life is supported. We invest in our crew’s health, families, and financial futures with a benefits package designed to support you inside and outside the office.

LVT IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. All candidates must pass a drug screening and background check upon employment. Some roles may also require passing a federal background check and fingerprinting. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, and/or to perform essential job functions, please reach out to your recruiter.