Principal Software Engineer

Job Description

Company Overview With 80,000 customers across 150 countries, UKG is the largest U.S.-based private software company in the world. And we're only getting started. Ready to bring your bold ideas and collaborative mindset to an organization that still has so much more to build and achieveRead on. Here, we know that you're more than your work. That's why our benefits help you thrive personally and professionally, from wellness programs and tuition reimbursement to U Choose "” a customizable expense reimbursement program that can be used for more than 200+ needs that best suit you and your family, from student loan repayment, to childcare, to pet insurance. Our inclusive culture, active and engaged employee resource groups, and caring leaders value every voice and support you in doing the best work of your career. If you're passionate about our purpose "” people "”then we can't wait to support whatever gives you purpose. We're united by purpose, inspired by you.Responsibilities: DevelopmentDesign clean, maintainable, and efficient code for various software applications and systems. Technical StrategyDrive the technical strategy and vision for major projects and initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals and industry best practices. Communicate complex concepts, anticipate potential objections, and influence others to adopt a point of view. LeadershipLead cross-functional teams to design, develop, and deliver high-impact software projects on time and within budget. Coordinate activities and tasks of other team members, working independently and needing guidance only in the most complex situations. Architectural ExcellenceArchitect, design, and develop complex software systems and applications, ensuring high standards of performance, scalability, and reliability. Collaborate with architects on mid-level and high-level design. ComplexitySolve complex issues with innovative solutions, setting precedents as needed. Navigate information, alternatives, and relationships to achieve results. Communicate complex concepts, anticipate objections, and influence adoption of viewpoints. ImpactImpact the achievement of area/group objectives. Develop team policies, procedures, and techniques. Drive prioritization of technical debt, articulating the expected impact and outcomes. Service Health and QualityEnsure the health and quality of services and incidents, proactively identifying and addressing issues. Utilize service health indicators and telemetry for action. Conduct thorough root cause analysis and implement measures to prevent future recurrences. Engineering Excellence PracticesAdvocate for and implement best quality practices, hold a high bar for engineering excellence, and guide the team in maintaining service quality through the testing pyramid. TestingBuild testable software, define tests, participate in the testing process, automate tests using tools (e.g., JUnit, Selenium) and design patterns leveraging the test automation pyramid as the guide. Code ReviewConduct comprehensive code reviews, providing constructive feedback and ensuring adherence to best practices. MentorshipProvide technical mentorship and guidance, fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement. Mentor junior engineers on taking ownership of the full lifecycle of services and features. DocumentationDevelop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation for software applications and systems. InnovationStay current with emerging technologies and industry trends, advocating for their adoption where appropriate to drive innovation and productivity enhancement within the team (e.g., CoPilot).Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science or related field At least 8-10 years of industry experience Experience in ASP .Net design and programming with Visual Studio Professional Experience with C# and .Net Framework design and programming Experience with JavaScript, HTML, CSS, JQuery, Knockout JS and / or Angular Experience with Microsoft SQL Server Ability to write intermediate SQL Queries Proficiency with Git as a version control system Domain knowledge of HCM is an additional advantage Excellent oral (spoken English) and written communication skills Ability to prioritize tasks and handle parallel executions Experience in Software Development / Testing Experience with functional automated test tools Experience in testing browser and servers side performance including profiling tools Demonstrated ability to work in a cross geographical team Demonstrated ability to communicate and define best practices for performance &functional testing Where we're going UKG is on the cusp of something truly special. Worldwide, we already hold the #1 market share position for workforce management and the #2 position for human capital management. Tens of millions of frontline workers start and end their days with our software, with billions of shifts managed annually through UKG solutions today. Yet it's our AI-powered product portfolio designed to support customers of all sizes, industries, and geographies that will propel us into an even brighter tomorrow! in the Application and Interview Process UKGCareers@ukg.com