Remote Software Engineer University Jobs in Georgia

TriNet is a leading provider of comprehensive human resources solutions for small to midsize businesses (SMBs). We enhance business productivity by enabling our clients to outsource their HR function to one strategic partner and allowing them to focus on operating and growing their core businesses. Our full-service HR solutions include features such as payroll processing, human capital consulting, employment law compliance and employee benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans and workers' compensation insurance. 
TriNet has a nationwide presence and an experienced executive team. Our stock is publicly traded on the NYSE under the ticker symbol TNET. If you're passionate about innovation and making an impact on the large SMB market, come join us as we power our clients' business success with extraordinary HR.

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that many potential applicants discourage themselves from applying to jobs unless they meet every single requirement. TriNet always strives to hire the most qualified candidate for a particular role, ensuring we deliver outstanding results for our small and medium-size customers. So if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every single qualification in the job description, nobody's perfect - and we encourage you to apply. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.

Role Overview

The Software Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, testing, and releasing applications, platform capabilities, and integrations that support the organization's technology solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in the design and development of new solutions, as well as enhancements, updates, and issue resolution for existing systems.
• Contribute across the software development lifecycle (SDLC), with a focus on development, testing, troubleshooting, and debugging.
• Follow established coding standards and best practices, contributing through hands-on coding.
• Develop unit tests and automated test scripts in support of a test-driven development (TDD) approach.
• Leverage coding assistants (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Claude Code) for code generation, review, and test creation (good to have).
• Build rapid prototypes and proof of concepts (POCs) to validate new ideas and solutions.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience (preferred).
• Typically 2+ years of experience developing products and platforms using front-end, back-end, or full-stack technologies.

Technical Skills & Competencies

Core Engineering Skills

• Strong understanding of all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) in a cloud-native environment.
• Experience developing software using Java, Python, or other object-oriented programming languages.
• Experience with modern UI frameworks such as Angular or React.

Architecture & Integration

• Experience with:
  • Event-driven architecture
  • End-to-end UI/API integration
  • API paradigms such as REST, gRPC, and GraphQL

Data & Platforms

• Knowledge of:
  • Caching technologies
  • Database platforms such as Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL

AI / Emerging Technologies (Preferred)

• Hands-on experience with:
  • RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation)
  • Generative AI technologies
  • AI agent development

Additional Competencies

• Strong understanding of coding best practices, UI and back-end architectures
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with geographically distributed teams
• Demonstrates a strong sense of ownership, accountability, and urgency

The preferred location for this role is Atlanta, GA, and the salary range for this location is $89,600.00 to $168,000.00.  All qualified external applicants will be considered for an in-office role, based in Atlanta.  All qualified internal candidates are encouraged to apply and consider relocation to Atlanta and may be considered for remote hire at the company's discretion. The candidate's final salary offer will be based on the candidate's skills, education, work location and experience.

A candidate's compensation may also include bonuses consistent with TriNet's corporate bonus plan.

Additionally, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, TriNet offers permanent full-time employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, life and disability insurance, a 401(K) savings plan, an employee stock purchase plan, eleven (11) Company observed holidays, PTO and a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information about our benefits offerings: https://www.trinet.com/documents/blt5b61a1040aae1904

Please Note: TriNet reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing. Position functions and qualifications may vary depending on business necessity.

TriNet is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, religion, color, disability, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), age, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics. Any applicant with a mental or physical disability who requires an accommodation during the application process should contact recruiting@trinet.com to request such an accommodation.