Cloud Engineer-Python/Golang

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 matters—and so do you. 

# Software Engineer III

## About the role

We are looking for a Software Engineer III with 6–10 years of experience to help us build and improve reliable software delivery and cloud solutions. You will work with engineering partners to automate infrastructure and release processes, strengthen platform reliability, and support the development of scalable services. This role combines software development, cloud engineering, and operational problem-solving.

## What you will do

- Design, develop, and maintain automation and software solutions using Python, Go, or Java.
- Build and improve continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) workflows using GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or similar tools.
- Create and maintain infrastructure as code (IaC) using Terraform.
- Deploy, operate, and troubleshoot containerized applications and services on Kubernetes.
- Work with cloud services on Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Amazon Web Services (AWS), or Microsoft Azure.
- Use databases to support application and platform needs, including configuration, performance, and reliability considerations.
- Collaborate with engineering, operations, and product partners to plan work, resolve technical issues, and deliver maintainable solutions.
- Apply sound engineering practices, including code reviews, testing, documentation, and secure handling of configuration and secrets.
- Explore and use artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT and Claude to support development, troubleshooting, and productivity, applying appropriate judgment when reviewing their output.

## What you will bring

- 6–10 years of professional experience in software engineering, DevOps, cloud engineering, or a related field.
- Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools such as GitHub Actions or Jenkins.
- Practical experience building and managing cloud infrastructure with Terraform.
- Experience with one or more major cloud platforms: GCP, AWS, or Azure.
- Proficiency in at least one of Python, Go, or Java, with the ability to write clear, maintainable code.
- Experience deploying or supporting workloads on Kubernetes.
- Working knowledge of databases and the ability to investigate application or data issues.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate clearly with technical partners.
- A collaborative approach to planning, code reviews, and delivery.
- understands and delivers planned development and operations using Agile methodologies.

## Preferred qualifications

B.Tech or M.Tech, experience across multiple cloud platforms, supporting production systems, or improving deployment automation is valuable. Relevant certifications in cloud platforms, Kubernetes, Terraform, or software development are also welcome.

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 Process 

For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email UKGCareers@ukg.com