Remote Lead Software Engineer — AI-Driven Platform Leadership

UL Research Institutes; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 131,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

UL Research Institutes is seeking a Lead Software Engineer for the Digital Safety Research Institute (DSRI). This remote role focuses on building and maintaining large-scale software platforms, guiding architecture, and mentoring engineers to advance AI-assisted engineering practices.

You will collaborate with stakeholders to deliver safe, scalable digital safety solutions. The role requires 8+ years in software development, strong React and Python experience, and expertise in data platforms,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent experience.
• Master's degree preferred for advanced research environments.
• Minimum 8 years of software development experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of full‑stack software systems for large-scale research and safety insights.
• Set technical direction and architecture across projects aligned with DSRI priorities.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote AI-assisted engineering practices.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and represent technical work externally.

Skills

React

Python

Async patterns

PostgreSQL

Containers & Deployment

Observability

Architectural judgment

Technical leadership

Claude Code

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Claude Code

Job description

UL Research Institutes is seeking a Lead Software Engineer for the Digital Safety Research Institute (DSRI). This remote role focuses on building and maintaining large-scale software platforms, guiding architecture, and mentoring engineers to advance AI-assisted engineering practices.

You will collaborate with stakeholders to deliver safe, scalable digital safety solutions. The role requires 8+ years in software development, strong React and Python experience, and expertise in data platforms,