Job Description

3 - 5 Years
2 Openings
Trivandrum

Role description

Role Proficiency:



Independently develops error free code with high quality validation of applications guides other developers and assists Lead 1 - Software Engineering


Outcomes:



Understand and provide input to the application/feature/component designs; developing the same in accordance with user stories/requirements.

Code debug test document and communicate product/component/features at development stages.

Select appropriate technical options for development such as reusing improving or reconfiguration of existing components.

Optimise efficiency cost and quality by identifying opportunities for automation/process improvements and agile delivery models

Mentor Developer 1 - Software Engineering and Developer 2 - Software Engineering to effectively perform in their roles

Identify the problem patterns and improve the technical design of the application/system

Proactively identify issues/defects/flaws in module/requirement implementation

Assists Lead 1 - Software Engineering on Technical design. Review activities and begin demonstrating Lead 1 capabilities in making technical decisions


Measures of Outcomes:



Adherence to engineering process and standards (coding standards)

Adherence to schedule / timelines

Adhere to SLAs where applicable

Number of defects post delivery

Number of non-compliance issues

Reduction of reoccurrence of known defects

Quick turnaround of production bugs

Meet the defined productivity standards for project

Number of reusable components created

Completion of applicable technical/domain certifications

Completion of all mandatory training requirements


Outputs Expected:



Code:



Develop code independently for the above



Configure:



Implement and monitor configuration process



Test:



Create and review unit test cases
scenarios and execution




Domain relevance:



Develop features and components with good understanding of the business problem being addressed for the client



Manage Project:



Manage module level activities



Manage Defects:



Perform defect RCA and mitigation



Estimate:



Estimate time
effort

resource dependence for one's own work and others' work

including modules




Document:



Create documentation for own work as well as perform peer review of documentation of others' work



Manage knowledge:



Consume and contribute to project related documents
share point

libraries and client universities




Status Reporting:



Report status of tasks assigned

Comply with project related reporting standards/process



Release:



Execute release process



Design:



LLD for multiple components



Mentoring:



Mentor juniors on the team

Set FAST goals and provide feedback to FAST goals of mentees


Skill Examples:



Explain and communicate the design / development to the customer

Perform and evaluate test results against product specifications

Develop user interfaces business software components and embedded software components 5 Manage and guarantee high levels of cohesion and quality6 Use data models

Estimate effort and resources required for developing / debugging features / components

Perform and evaluate test in the customer or target environment

Team Player

Good written and verbal communication abilities

Proactively ask for help and offer help


Knowledge Examples:


Appropriate software programs / modules
+ Technical designing

+ Programming languages

+ DBMS

+ Operating Systems and software platforms

+ Integrated development environment (IDE)

+ Agile methods

+ Knowledge of customer domain and sub domain where problem is solved

Additional Comments:

POSITION DESCRIPTION Job title Senior Software Engineer - Backend Department/BU Engineering Overview: We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our team in building the core backend services for our centralized AI platform. This role will focus on implementing backend APIs and services that power our agentic framework, helping teams across the company securely deploy and use AI agents through unified interfaces. The ideal candidate has strong Python skills, eagerness to learn, and interest in working with cutting-edge AI technologies. Responsibilities: o Implement and maintain RESTful API endpoints for the AI platform o Build backend services in Python (FastAPI, Django, or Flask) to support agent lifecycle management and monitoring o Collaborate with senior engineers to design and optimize data access layers and schemas for AI agent operations o Assist in developing authentication, authorization, and multi-tenant features under guidance o Contribute to asynchronous processing systems for long-running AI agent workflows o Write clean, maintainable code and automated tests to ensure reliability o Participate in code reviews, team discussions, and knowledge sharing o Stay current with modern Python frameworks and AI/agentic development practices Relevant experience and educational requirements: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience 2-4 years of backend development experience, ideally with Python Experience building and consuming REST APIs Familiarity with one or more Python frameworks (FastAPI, Django REST Framework, Flask) Basic experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and ORM frameworks (SQLAlchemy, Django ORM) Familiarity with Git, CI/CD workflows, and automated testing Interest in AI/agentic frameworks (e.g., LangChain, CrewAI, AutoGen) and willingness to learn Disclaimer: This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and is. not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change as the needs of Cotiviti and requirements of the job change.

Skills

Rest Api,Django Rest Framework,Relational Database,Orm Framework

About UST

UST is a global digital transformation solutions provider. For more than 20 years, UST has worked side by side with the world's best companies to make a real impact through transformation. Powered by technology, inspired by people and led by purpose, UST partners with their clients from design to operation. With deep domain expertise and a future-proof philosophy, UST embeds innovation and agility into their clients' organizations. With over 30,000 employees in 30 countries, UST builds for boundless impact--touching billions of lives in the process.