Job Ref174653
LocationProvidence RI 02903
Location FlexibilityRemote
CategoryIT
Job TypeFull-time
Job StatusExempt
Anticipated Closing DateFeb. 11 2026
Pay BasisYearly
Pay Range90300.00 - 169100.00 Annually 43.41 - 81.30 Hourly
BrandUNFI
Compensation Range- 125000-135000
Job OverviewAs an expert in systems software engineering undertakes complex projects requiring specialized technical knowledge. Makes well‑thought‑out decisions on complex or ambiguous engineering issues handles conflicting direction and resolves conflict. Ensures that system improvements are successfully implemented and monitored to increase efficiency. Makes complex modifications to existing software to fit specialized needs and configurations. Establishes and communicates common goals and direction for the team. Acts as a source of direction training and guidance for less experienced staff. Monitors project schedules and costs. Plans conducts and supervises assignments. Reviews progress and evaluates results. Recommends changes in procedures. Reviews progress with management. Operates with substantial latitude for unreviewed action or decision.
What does it mean to be part of the Information Technology TeamA role in Information Technology at UNFI involves being a part of the transformation of food for all through many innovative technology products such as myUNFI our customer ordering platform or our warehouse management systems that optimize service. You will have an opportunity to be a part of the technology journey to transform food for all through collaboration and building solutions across teams that directly contribute to our OneUNFI strategy. Roles include network automation infrastructure unification and modernization data services and analytics and digital offering.
Job ResponsibilitiesMaintains excellent business communication with Analysts Business Owners and Technical Staff.
Provides analysts management and business ownersusers with status reports problem logs issue logs and service request status on all tasks in the work group. Oversees time spent by others in the work group.
Evaluates alternative approaches in design of application systems including assessment of risks and benefits associated with each alternative.
Participates in the implementation of new systems including the integration of the new system verifies installed systems to ensure that they adequately meet user requirements.
Plans conducts and supervises others in the development of specifications coding of new programs physical design of data records data files and databases creates new data structures and job streams and modifies existing programs data structures and job streams.
Plans conducts and supervises others in the development of test cases and test plans creates unit and system test environments and conducts unit and system tests for new or modified programs and job streams.
Submits program and design work for review by technical and user staff and leads review of others work validates the application of sound analysis programming and design techniques with high proficiency.
Oversees preparation and maintenance of program and system documentation using established department artifact standards and methodologies mentors junior associates in proper documentation techniques.
Adheres to department standards guidelines and systems development methodologies for all assigned tasks and mentors others in their use.
Leads analysis and development of technical solutions to resolve problems includes and guides other team members in problem‑solving activities.
Understands project management methodology and leads resource planning estimation and responsibility assignment process.
Designs develops and optimizes complex T‑SQL stored procedures functions indexes views and ETL routines in Microsoft SQL.Server for high‑volume transactional and reporting workloads implements query tuning indexing strategies and execution‑plan analysis to meet SLAs.
Builds Python services scripts and automation to support integrations data pipelines quality checks and operational tooling applies packaging virtual environments and unit testing to ensure maintainability and reliability.
Creates documents and tests RESTful integrations using Postman collections and environments automates collection runs for regression testing and CI pipelines and publishes living API documentation for consumers.
Implements and supports Enterprise Transportation Management System TMS integrations and configurations-covering order tendering routingplanning shipment execution EDI 204214990997 etc. freight audit & pay and carrier onboarding-ensuring data integrity across ERPWMS and partner networks.
Collaborates with DBAs Integration and Transportation Operations to triage production issues perform root‑cause analysis and execute corrective actions without disrupting DCtransportation operations.
Job RequirementsEducationCertificationBachelors degree in computer science Information Systems Engineering or related field preferred equivalent experience considered.
Experience6-8 years relevant software engineering experience preferred including ownership of production systems.
3 years hands‑on Microsoft SQL Server development T‑SQL performance tuning indexing query plan analysis.
3 years professional Python development for services data pipelines or automation.
2 years building and testing REST APIs 1 year using Postman for manual and automated API testing.
2 years implementing or supporting Enterprise TMS platforms e.g. Blue Yonder Manhattan Oracle SAP TM MercuryGate and integrating with ERPWMS and carrierEDI networks.
KnowledgeSkillsAbilitiesExpertise in at least one programming language and strong proficiency in a second able to mentor others and teach best practices.
Deep knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server including database design normalizationdenormalization strategies transaction isolation locking behavior and performance diagnostics DMVs Query Store Extended Events.
Solid Python language fundamentals packaging venvconda logging typing testing and common libraries for services and data work e.g. requests pandas FastAPIFlask where applicable.
Understanding of REST API design principles resource modeling versioning idempotency pagination and API documentation standards OpenAPISwagger.
Proficiency with Postman collectionsenvironments pre‑requesttest scripts Newman CLI and CI integration for automated API regression testing.
Transportation and logistics domain concepts order lifecycle routing & planning tendering appointment scheduling EDI transaction sets 204210214990997 shipment status events freight audit & pay.
Integration patterns for TMSWMSERP files APIs message queues data validation and operational monitoringalerting.
Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Expert knowledge of program design coding testing and documentation.
Excellent written and verbal communication strong customer focus effective with geographically dispersed teams.
Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver within agreed timelines.
Analytical and conceptual skills to define technical needs and solve complex problems.
Hands‑on debugging and performance tuning across application database and integration layers.
Creation of high‑quality technical artifacts ERDs sequenceflow diagrams API specs runbooks and test plans.
Familiarity with source control Git CICD practices and environment promotion.
Work EnvironmentRemote RoleThis position is classified as remote where the associate will perform remote work from their primary residence. Remote associates are welcome to work from the office but are not required to do so. While remote associates are not required to work from an office on a regular basis they may be required to come to the office or other UNFI locations for necessary business reasons or if directed to do so by their manager.
Physical DemandsEnvironmentsSome travel may be required.
Most work is performed in a temperature‑controlled office environment.
Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at desk or computer terminal.While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit use hands to finger handle or feel reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
Incumbent may use calculators keyboards telephone and other office equipment in the course of normal workday.
Stooping bending twisting and reaching may be required in completion of job duties.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work performed by the employees assigned to this job. All employees must comply with Company policy and applicable laws. The responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified may vary within each department andor location.
About UNFI We are North Americas premier grocery wholesaler delivering the widest variety of fresh branded and owned brand products to community grocers and retail chains alike. A pioneer in natural and organic foods we are growing and transforming to meet the needs of an evolving workplace. Our 29000 employees work across America in our 50 Distribution Centers and corporate offices. Learn more Organic Natural and Conventional Food | Wholesale Food Distributors | UNFI
Benefits Competitive 401k Flexible PTO Remote Health benefits - first of the month following 30 days of employment mentorship programdevelopmental opportunities.
UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race color age religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin disability protected veteran status or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process. - MFVeteranDisability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
CompanyUnited Natural Foods Inc.
Compensation UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate or within the above-referenced pay range for this position. Actual Pay where applicable will depend on a number of factors including but not limited to education experience training and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable stateprovincial and local laws.
Benefits For Washington positions or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington Click HERE for Washington-specific paid time off details. Candidates hired into this position will also be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs Paid Time Off Sick Time paid holidays and parental leave 401K Program or retirement savings plan if in Canada medical dental vision life and accidental deathdismemberment insurance short-term and long-term disability insurance program Flexible Spending Account andor Health Savings Account U.S. only subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Sales Positions Only For sales positions that are commission-based the above range is an estimate of total potential commission-based compensation during an associates first year but UNFI offers an introductory period minimum of 680 per week. After the introductory period as a 100 commission-based role there is no set salary. UNFIs commission plans are uncapped and average earnings vary depending on territory and sales achieved among other factors.
UNFIs compensation benefits and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Companys sole discretion consistent with applicable law. This job posting should not be construed as an offer of employment with certain terms nor should it be construed as a guaranteed minimum.
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act or for Canadian applicants in accordance with provincial human rights legislation.