Software Engineer

UniGroup • St. Louis, MO

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Software Engineer designs, develops, tests, and supports software applications that align with UniGroup’s business objectives. This role makes sure data can move safely, accurately, and efficiently from one system to another by writing clean, maintainable code and collaborating closely with peers, product partners, and senior engineers. The ideal candidate brings a strong technical foundation, a collaborative mindset, and a desire to continue growing their skills while delivering high-quality solutions across UniGroup’s software platforms.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field or equivalent practical experience
• 2+ years of experience in software development experience within a microservices architecture.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Typescript, Node, JavaScript, React, PostgresSQL, Kafka, Kubernetes, Dev/Ops (GitHub or GitLab) CI/CD pipelines
• Demonstrated ability to write, test, debug, and review code in a collaborative team environment
• Experience working in agile or iterative development teams
• Curiosity, strong problem-solving skills, and a willingness to learn from peers and mentors
• Familiarity with modern development practices, version control, and CI/CD workflows

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Java or Python
• Familiarity with Terraform or Infrastructure as Code.
• Grafana
• GitLab
• Exposure to supporting or enhancing legacy systems (e.g., mainframe environments)

Responsibilities

• Create data-intensive frontend and backends in an event–driven microservice architecture using TypeScript, JavaScript, React, Postgres, and Kafka.
• Assist in the migration of legacy software systems to contemporary software architecture.
• Build applications and tools in React.
• Build microservice APIs and utilities using TypeScript (and occasionally Python).
• Write complex SQL Queries for extraction and validation.
• Optimize performance of large data sets.
• Ensure referential integrity and correct indexing.
• Contribute to code reviews and testing efforts, applying quality standards related to performance, maintainability, and reliability
• Support application deployments and monitoring, including troubleshooting and resolving production issues
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan and estimate technical work aligned with sprint goals and priorities
• Maintain and enhance existing systems, including participation in legacy modernization efforts and documentation
• Participate in knowledge sharing, mentoring, and continuous learning within the engineering team
• Suggest improvements to code quality, team processes, or tooling when appropriate

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off, company holidays, and paid parental leave
• Hybrid work environment supporting flexibility and work-life balance
• A collaborative, team-oriented culture that values curiosity, accountability, and continuous improvement
• The opportunity to contribute to enterprise-scale systems that support a nationwide network of agents and customers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level