Senior Software Engineer II - Backend

About this role

<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>ABOUT LVT</strong></p> <p><a href="https://www.lvt.com/resources/why-work-at-lvt">LVT</a> 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 <a href="https://www.lvt.com/story">mobile, solar-powered units</a>, 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 <a href="https://www.lvt.com/careers">join a cutting-edge team</a> that isn't just watching the world change, but actively building the technology that is changing it.</p> <p>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.</p> <ul> <li><strong>A Top-Tier Growth Company: </strong>Named one of the <em>Financial Times’ Fastest Growing Companies 2025</em> and <em>#10 on the Inc. 5000 Rocky Mountain Regional</em> list for 2025.</li> <li><strong>Innovative Leadership: </strong>Our CEO, Ryan Porter, was named an <em>EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2025</em>, and our CTO, Steve Lindsey, was inducted into the <em>Silicon Slopes CTO Hall of Fame</em> in 2024.</li> <li><strong>Product & Software Excellence: </strong>We were named one of <em>The Software Report’s Top 100 Software Companies of 2023</em> and are a winner of the <em>Security Today Govies Award </em>for 2025.</li> </ul></div><p data-path-to-node="10"><strong data-path-to-node="10" data-index-in-node="0">ABOUT THIS ROLE</strong></p> <p data-path-to-node="11">As a Senior Backend Software Engineer at LVT, you will be a key driver in building scalable, production-grade microservices and APIs that power our intelligent site platform. Working as an individual contributor alongside a dedicated software engineering team, you will design, code, and deploy high-performance backend systems while upholding strict software craftsmanship standards. Success in this role means consistently shipping resilient product features, optimizing critical backend infrastructure, and mentoring fellow engineers through thoughtful code reviews and technical collaboration.</p> <p data-path-to-node="12">This role is onsite based out of our American Fork, UT headquarters.</p> <p data-path-to-node="13"><strong data-path-to-node="13" data-index-in-node="0">ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p> <ul data-path-to-node="14"> <li> <p data-path-to-node="14,0,0"><strong data-path-to-node="14,0,0" data-index-in-node="0">Design & Ship Backend Services:</strong> Architect, implement, and maintain high-velocity backend features and API endpoints using Node.js and TypeScript.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="14,1,0"><strong data-path-to-node="14,1,0" data-index-in-node="0">Ensure High System Performance:</strong> Optimize backend system architecture, API latency, and database query performance to support expanding platform scale.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="14,2,0"><strong data-path-to-node="14,2,0" data-index-in-node="0">Collaborate Cross-Functionally:</strong> Partner closely with Product Management, QA, and DevOps to translate feature requirements into clear technical specifications, accurate estimations, and timely releases.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="14,3,0"><strong data-path-to-node="14,3,0" data-index-in-node="0">Elevate Code Quality:</strong> Champion engineering best practices by driving rigorous unit testing, conducting constructive code reviews, and maintaining comprehensive technical documentation.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="14,4,0"><strong data-path-to-node="14,4,0" data-index-in-node="0">Debug & Resolve Complex Technical Issues:</strong> Perform root-cause analysis on complex production defects, resolving edge cases swiftly to preserve uptime and data integrity.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="14,5,0"><strong data-path-to-node="14,5,0" data-index-in-node="0">Provide Peer Mentorship:</strong> Offer technical guidance and feedback to fellow engineers, fostering a continuous learning environment across the engineering team.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="14,6,0"><strong data-path-to-node="14,6,0" data-index-in-node="0">Streamline Engineering Processes:</strong> Contribute to continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, automated testing, and developer tooling to improve delivery efficiency.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="14,7,0"><strong data-path-to-node="14,7,0" data-index-in-node="0">Stay Current on Emerging Tech:</strong> Maintain up-to-date knowledge of modern cloud architecture, server frameworks, and backend patterns…