Application & Systems Engineer (Remote - San Diego or Los Angeles Area only)

Position Overviewdormakaba is seeking an Application & Systems Engineer for a remote role based in Southern California (Los Angeles or San Diego area). This position is responsible for supporting partner integrations, system validation, and test automation across firmware, cloud, and mobile platforms to ensure seamless interoperability within the access control ecosystem. HIRING SALARY RANGE: Base Salary $110,000 - $150,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) Please visit our career site for more information on benefits.What you will doDevelop and maintain example code, integration guides, and technical documentation to support APIs, SDKs, and partner onboarding activitiesProvide technical support for physical access control software customers and integration partners, including assistance with Apple Wallet and Google Wallet testing and certification requirementsValidate end-to-end system workflows across reader, cloud, and mobile platforms to ensure reliable integration and performanceDesign and develop automated regression testing, protocol validation tools, Python-based test harnesses, and other internal software utilities to improve quality and efficiencyLeverage strong Python programming, REST API integration, troubleshooting, and communication skills to support system validation, process automation, and AI-driven workflow improvementsWhat we requireBachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related technical field, with 3+ years of experience in application systems engineering or a similar roleProficiency in Python development, including experience building automation tools, test frameworks, and software utilitiesDemonstrated experience integrating, validating, and troubleshooting REST APIs, web services, and connected software platformsStrong system-level troubleshooting and analytical skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve issues across cloud, mobile, firmware, and hardware environmentsExperience with access control industry standards and protocols (e.g., OSDP, Wiegand, credential management systems) and developing automated test frameworks, regression test suites, or CI/CD pipelines for software validationWhat we preferBachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field or 5+ years of experience in application systems engineeringFamiliarity with authentication protocols, RESTful web services, JSON, OAuth, and API security best practicesFamiliarity with mobile credential technologies, including Apple Wallet, Google Wallet, NFC, BLE, and digital identity ecosystemsKnowledge of cloud-based architectures, IoT-connected devices, and end-to-end system integration testingWhat we offerTaking Care of our Employees on Day One with Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance coverage options. No waiting periods!Your health is our priority, we offer Medical Wellness Programs to aid in your well-beingVacation and Personal Time OffWe support your growing family; we provide Parental Leave for Moms and Dads!Wisely plan for your future with our 401k Matching plan beginning on Day OneSupporting your career development with our Tuition Reimbursement ProgramRobust culture supporting internal advancement with our Learn and Grow Program24/7 access to over 15,000 LinkedIn Learning courses to assist in your professional development and to expand on your individual interests.Employee Assistance ProgramsVoluntary Legal InsuranceUnlimited Referral Reward BonusesCorporate Discounts for shopping, travel and more!Who we areWe are at the heart of every place that matters. From automatic doors to cloud-based access management – as a leading global provider in the access solutions market for schools, banks, airports, hospitals, hotels, and many more, we enable seamless movement within secure, safe, and sustainable places. With over 160 years of experience and a focus on excellence and innovation, we offer exciting opportunities to grow in an environment where you can make a real impact. At dormakaba, you are encouraged to take initiative, develop your skills, and build your career alongside 16,000 experts worldwide who are setting industry standards every day.Work in a place where you matter – apply now!#LI-VA1 #LI-Remote