Associate Software Engineer

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.

JOB SUMMARY

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

Essential Duties/Responsibilities % TIME

• Participate in the design and development of new products/solutions, as well as enhancements, updates, and issue resolution for existing systems. 55%
• Contribute across the software development lifecycle (SDLC), with a focus on development, testing, troubleshooting, and debugging. 10%
• Follow established coding standards and best practices, contributing through hands-on coding. 10%
• Develop unit tests and automated test scripts in support of a test-driven development (TDD) approach. 5%
• Leverage coding assistants (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Claude Code) for code generation, review, and test creation (good to have). 5%
• Build rapid prototypes and proof of concepts (POCs) to validate new ideas and solutions. 5%
• Should be comfortable working independently or collaborating with others 10%

Required for All Jobs

• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Education Level Education Details Required/ Preferred

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related field required

Work Experience

• Experience Experience Details Required/ Preferred
• Typically < 2 years Experience in developing products and platforms using either UI or backend web technologies

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities KSAs Proficiency

• Experience developing software using Java, Python, or other object-oriented programming languages.
• Experience with modern UI frameworks such as AngularJS or ReactJS
• Strong understanding of software engineering principles, data structures, and testing methodologies
• Hands-on experience with: RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation), Generative AI technologies, AI agent development
• 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

Work Environment

• Work in a clean, pleasant, and comfortable office work setting. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable persons with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position is 100% in office.

Travel Requirements

• This position is 100% in office.

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 [email protected] to request such an accommodation.