Join UKG as a Lead Software Engineer and Build the Future of Cloud Infrastructure & Developer Platforms
Looking for a challenging opportunity in DevOps, Cloud Engineering, and Platform Development? UKG is hiring a Lead Software Engineer – Developer Platform to help design, build, and maintain scalable cloud-native solutions used by enterprises worldwide.
This position is ideal for experienced software engineers who have strong expertise in cloud platforms, Kubernetes, Docker, DevOps automation, GitHub Actions, and platform engineering. If you’re passionate about improving developer productivity, building reliable infrastructure, and leading technical initiatives, this role could be the next step in your software engineering career.
Job Title
Lead Software Engineer – Developer Platform
Company
UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group)
Job Type
Full-Time
Experience Required
5+ Years
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
Job Summary
As a Lead Software Engineer at UKG, you will work closely with engineering and product teams to develop scalable, secure, and reliable cloud infrastructure solutions. You will lead DevOps initiatives, improve CI/CD pipelines, enhance observability, and support enterprise-grade software deployments across modern cloud platforms.
The role involves working across the complete software development lifecycle, from architecture and implementation to deployment and ongoing operations.
Key Responsibilities
DevOps Engineering
- Design and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and similar tools.
- Automate software build, testing, and deployment processes.
- Improve deployment reliability and developer productivity.
Cloud Infrastructure
- Develop and manage cloud infrastructure on AWS, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), and Microsoft Azure.
- Ensure scalable, secure, and highly available cloud environments.
Containerization & Kubernetes
- Build and deploy containerized applications using Docker.
- Manage Kubernetes clusters and cloud-native deployments.
Security & Access Management
- Implement secure authentication and authorization practices.
- Manage IAM policies, secrets management, and workload identity federation.
Automation
- Create automation solutions using Python and Ansible.
- Streamline infrastructure provisioning and operational workflows.
Monitoring & Observability
- Build monitoring and alerting systems using Grafana and Prometheus.
- Improve visibility into application and infrastructure performance.
Technical Leadership
- Lead technical discussions and architecture reviews.
- Mentor engineers and promote engineering best practices.
- Review code and ensure high-quality software delivery.
Troubleshooting & Operations
- Investigate production issues and perform root cause analysis.
- Implement preventive measures to improve system reliability.
Required Skills
DevOps & Cloud Technologies
- GitHub Actions
- CI/CD Pipelines
- AWS, Azure, or GCP
- Docker
- Kubernetes
- Git & GitOps
Programming & Automation
- Python
- Ansible
- Infrastructure Automation
Monitoring Tools
- Grafana
- Prometheus
- Logging & Alerting Systems
Security
- OAuth
- OIDC
- RBAC
- Identity & Access Management
Frontend Requirements
Candidates should have experience with:
- TypeScript
- React.js
- Backstage Frontend Plugin Development
- Internal Developer Portal Workflows
Backend Requirements
Candidates should have experience with:
- Node.js
- Express.js
- REST APIs
- Service Integrations
- Authentication & Authorization Systems
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Backstage Developer Portal
- Custom Backstage Plugin Development
- TechDocs and Scaffolder Templates
- Software Catalog Management
- AI Prompts and Plugin Development
- MCP Servers
- Platform Engineering
- Release Management
- Distributed Systems
- Agile Development Methodologies
Why Join UKG?
At UKG, your work directly impacts millions of employees around the world. You’ll collaborate with talented engineers, work with modern cloud technologies, and contribute to innovative workforce solutions used globally.
Benefits include:
- Flexible work environment
- Career growth opportunities
- Continuous learning culture
- Modern technology stack
- Collaborative engineering teams
- Leadership and mentoring opportunities
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If you have strong experience in DevOps, cloud infrastructure, Kubernetes, Docker, Python, and platform engineering, this is an excellent opportunity to join one of the leading workforce technology companies. Apply Now
