Lead Software Engineer

Why UKG

At UKG, the work you do matters. The code you ship, the decisions you make, and the care you show a customer all add up to real impact. Today, tens of millions of workers start and end their days with our workforce operating platform. Helping people get paid, grow in their careers, and shape the future of their industries. That's what we do.We never stop learning. We never stop challenging the norm. We push for better, and we celebrate the wins along the way. Here, you'll get flexibility that's real, benefits you can count on, and a team that succeeds together. Because at UKG, your work mattersand so do you.

About The Role

As a Lead Software Engineer, you'll drive full-stack backend architecture and development using both Java and Python frameworks. You'll lead a cross-functional team, manage technical delivery, and ensure scalable design for modern SaaS products. This is a hands-on role for those who thrive at the intersection of deep tech expertise and strong leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Architect, develop, and optimize scalable APIs and services using Java (Spring Boot) and Python (Django).Lead end-to-end technical ownership of modules and product features.Guide junior and mid-level engineers through design, code reviews, and delivery best practices.Collaborate with cross-functional teamsProduct, QA, DevOps, and Datato deliver secure and performant solutions.Proactively manage technical debt, code quality, and reliability.Advocate for engineering excellence, automation, testing, and documentation.

Required Skills & Qualifications

6+ years of hands-on backend development experience with strong command of Java and Python (Django/Flask).Solid understanding of RESTful API design, microservices, authentication (OAuth2, JWT), and database design.Proficient with RDBMS (PostgreSQL/MySQL) and experience with ORMs (JPA, Django ORM).Strong background in system design, scalability, caching (Redis), messaging queues (Kafka/RabbitMQ).Hands-on with CI/CD, Docker, and Kubernetes; exposure to cloud (AWS/GCP/Azure).Experience leading small teams or mentoring engineers.

Nice To Have

Familiarity with observability tools (Prometheus, ELK, Grafana).Prior work in a B2B or B2C product-based environment.

Company Overview

UKG is the Workforce Operating Platform that puts workforce understanding to work. With the world's largest collection of workforce insights, and people-first AI, our ability to reveal unseen ways to build trust, amplify productivity, and empower talent, is unmatched. It's this expertise that equips our customers with the intelligence to solve any challenge in any industry because great organizations know their workforce is their competitive edge. Learn more at ukg.com.UKG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace, including the recruitment process.Disability Accommodation in the Application and Interview ProcessFor individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email [HIDDEN TEXT]