Software Engineer
Specialist I - Software Engineering
Who We Are:
Born digital, UST transforms lives through the power of technology. We walk alongside our clients and partners, embedding innovation and agility into everything they do. We help them create transformative experiences and human-centered solutions for a better world.
UST is a mission-driven group of 29,000+ practical problem solvers and creative thinkers in more than 30 countries. Our entrepreneurial teams are empowered to innovate, act nimbly, and create a lasting and sustainable impact for our clients, their customers, and the communities in which we live.
With us, you’ll create a boundless impact that transforms your career—and the lives of people across the world.
Visit us at UST.com.
You Are:
As a Software Engineer, you'll have the chance to architect cutting-edge AI tools alongside API and web design solutions, propelling the advancement of AI throughout its lifecycle. Your role involves spearheading solution development and ensuring release readiness while collecting insights into best practices across various AI product portfolios and business sectors. Furthermore, you'll collaborate closely with your team, providing mentorship and guidance in the design and development of AI products.
The opportunity:
· Ensure successful deployment of AI-based tools and systems that significantly improve operational efficiency or customer experience.
· Develop innovative algorithms or models that advance the state-of-the-art in AI technology.
· Integrate AI solutions into existing workflows or platforms, enabling automation and data-driven decision-making.
· Lead teams through the entire lifecycle of AI projects, from conception to deployment and maintenance.
· Contribute to open-source AI initiatives or communities, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing within the industry.
· Design and lead the effort on automation, CI/CD processes and tools to make our services simpler and more robust.
· Mentor team members in design collaboration, code reviews, development tools and processes.
· Take part in the full software development life cycle including development, test, continuous delivery and support.
· Be an active member of an agile team, collaboratively realizing features through development, test and delivery.
This position description identifies the responsibilities and tasks typically associated with the performance of the position. Other relevant essential functions may be required.
What you need:
· 13+ years of software development experience.
· Excellent knowledge and application of engineering concepts along with effective problem-solving ability.
· Solid understanding of Large Language Models, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Generative AI, Supervised learning, data science, and data engineering.
· Proficiency in .NET and Python, which are crucial for developing robust and scalable AI solutions.
· Extensive knowledge and hands-on experience Kafka, & Angular / React, JavaScript, Typescript, CSS, HTML.
· Strong proficiency in Multithreading, Caching technology like Redis, experience in SQL /NoSQL database.
· Experience implementing test-driven development and hands-on with JUnit cases.
· Ability to code/debug using design specifications.
· Experience with cloud platforms like Azure / AWS. Extensive knowledge of Microservices Architecture, Micro Frontend and DevOps.
· Ability to manage, motivate, and direct a cross-functional workgroup; and drive successful negotiations.
· Solid interpersonal and presentation skills in Artificial Intelligence.
· Desirable Requirements
· Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science or related field.
· Proficiency in container technologies like Docker and Kubernetes (K8S).
Compensation can differ depending on factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, education, and level of experience. UST provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in various U.S. markets as set forth below.
Role Location: Texas
Compensation Range: $108,000-$163,000
Benefits
Full-time, regular employees accrue a minimum of 10 days of paid vacation per year, receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year), 10 paid holidays, and are eligible for paid bereavement leave and jury duty. They are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching. They and their dependents residing in the US are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as the following Company-paid Employee Only benefits: basic life insurance, accidental death and disability insurance, and short- and long-term disability benefits. Regular employees may purchase additional voluntary short-term disability benefits, and participate in a Health Savings Account (HSA) as well as a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare, dependent child care, and/or commuting expenses as allowable under IRS guidelines. Benefits offerings vary in Puerto Rico.
Part-time employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year) and are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching.
Full-time temporary employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year) and are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) program with employer matching. They and their dependents residing in the US are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Part-time temporary employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year).
All US employees who work in a state or locality with more generous paid sick leave benefits than specified here will receive the benefit of those sick leave laws.
What we believe:
We proudly embrace the values that have shaped UST since day one. We build our culture of Humility, Humanity, and Integrity. These values inspire us to nurture a people-first, human centric culture that fosters diversity, prioritizes sustainable solutions, and keeps our people and clients at the forefront of all decisions.
Humility:
We will listen, learn, be empathetic and help selflessly in our interactions with everyone.
Humanity:
Through business, we will better the lives of those less fortunate than ourselves.
Integrity:
We honor our commitments and act with responsibility in all our relationships.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
UST is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. We will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with state and local laws and “fair chance” ordinances.
UST reserves the right to periodically redefine your roles and responsibilities based on the requirements of the organization and/or your performance.
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