Software Engineer III- Eng

Ukg-6; Lowell (MA); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

UKG is seeking a Software Engineer III - Eng to join our Payroll team in Lowell, MA. You will design, develop, test, and maintain full stack web applications across React/TypeScript front end, Java back end, and database components, mentoring junior engineers and contributing to scalable solutions.

This hybrid role emphasizes collaboration with Product Management, UX, and external teams, with an emphasis on code quality, observability, automated testing, and DevOps practices in a secure,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 6+ years of professional software development experience.
• Strong experience building full stack web applications with Java and React/TypeScript.
• Experience developing REST APIs and integrating them with front-end apps.
• Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases and cloud/DevOps basics.

Responsibilities

• Full stack development across React/TypeScript front end, Java services, REST APIs, and databases.
• Provide technical leadership, design reviews, and architectural input.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to best practices and testing.
• Manage features and projects with timely delivery and quality signals.
• Collaborate with Product, UX, and external teams to ensure quality.

Skills

Java

React/TypeScript

SQL

REST APIs

NoSQL databases

AI tools in dev

GitHub/Jira

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related field

Tools

JUnit

Selenium

Cucumber

React Testing Library

Job description

Job description Company and benefitsJob IDSOFTW019908Employment TypeRegularWork StylehybridLocationLowell,MA,United StatesRoleSoftware Engineer III- EngWhy 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 matters—and so do you.About the Team:We are members of the Payroll team. Our team of full stack engineers is a welcoming and supportive group where every member is committed to helping one another succeed. We build modern SaaS web applications using React and TypeScript, Java based REST APIs, and SQL and NoSQL databases. We celebrate diversity in backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, which strengthens our collaboration and creativity. Team members readily share knowledge, offer guidance, and encourage open communication.About the Role:We are looking for a Software Engineer III - Eng to join our dynamic Payroll team. This senior full stack role provides an opportunity to lead projects and contribute to high-impact software solutions used by enterprises and users worldwide. You will be responsible for the design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance of complex web applications across the front end, backend, and database layers. You will also mentor junior engineers and contribute to the technical foundation of our flagship products and services.Responsibilities:Full Stack Development: Write clean, maintainable, test and efficient code across React and TypeScript user interfaces, Java services and REST APIs, and database components.Technical Leadership: Contribute to the design, development, and deployment of complex software applications while ensuring high standards of quality and performance.Project Management: Manage the execution and delivery of features and projects, negotiate priorities and deadlines, and ensure timely, high-quality completion.Architectural Design: Participate in design reviews and the architectural design of front-end, backend, and data solutions while ensuring scalability, reliability, and maintainability.Code Review: Review code from other developers, provide feedback, and maintain a high bar for technical excellence, maintainability, observability, and automated testing.Testing: Build testable software and automate unit, integration, API, and end-to-end tests using tools such as JUnit, React Testing Library, Cucumber, or Selenium.Service Health and Quality: Maintain the health and quality of applications and services, proactively identify and resolve issues, and use telemetry to optimize performance and prevent recurring incidents.DevOps Model: Take ownership from requirements and design through development, testing, deployment, monitoring, and production support.Documentation: Document new features, enhancements, and fixes, contribute to training materials, and share knowledge with the team.Collaboration: Work with engineers, Product Management, UX, and external teams to ensure the integrity and quality of the complete solution.About You,Minimum Qualifications:• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.• Minimum of six years of professional software development experience.• Strong experience building full stack web applications.• Strong proficiency in Java, React/TypeScript and SQL.• Experience developing REST APIs and integrating them with front-end applications.• Demonstrated experience working with SQL and NoSQL databases.• Extensive knowledge of software development practices and design patterns.• Experience leveraging AI tools in software development (Claude, Copilot or Windsurf).• Proficiency with version control systems such as GitHub and work-tracking systems such as Jira.• Solid understanding of cloud technologies and DevOps principles.• Experience with automated unit, integration, and end-to-end testing (JUnit, React Testing Library, Selenium, Cucumber).• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Preferred Qualifications:• Experience with Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform.• Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, TeamCity or GitHub Actions.• Experience with front-end, backend, and API test automation tools.• Knowledge of Agile development methodologies.• Familiarity with developing accessible and internationalized web applications.• Familiarity with AI spec-driven development (Spec Kit).• Experience mentoring engineers or providing technical leadership.• Dedication to supporting diversity and inclusion initiatives.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.Equal Opportunity EmployerUKG is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, disability, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.View The EEO Know Your Rights posterUKG participates in E-Verify.It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.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 [e-mail] pay range for this position is $102,300 to $147,050. The actual base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and work location. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible to participate in a performance-based bonus plan and to receive restricted stock unit awards as part of total compensation. Learn more about UKG’s benefits and rewards at https://www.ukg.com/about-us/careers/benefitsNOTICE ON HIRING SCAMSUKG will never ask you for a copy of your driver’s license, social security card, or passport during a job interABOUT OUR JOB DESCRIPTIONSAll job descriptions are written to accurately reflect the open job and include general work responsibilities. They do not present a comprehensive, detailed inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required for the job. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require that other or different tasks be performed if or when circumstances change.