About this Software Engineer II role at KPI Solutions

KPI Solutions · Onsite · Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

KPI Solutions is a national supply chain consulting and warehouse automation systems integrator, helping some of the biggest names in e-commerce, retail, and distribution move product faster and smarter. Formed in 2021 through the combination of Kuecker Logistics Group, PULSE Integration, and QC Software, KPI brings together decades of material handling and systems integration experience — rooted in material handling integration dating back to 1971. From initial design through go-live and ongoing support, KPI delivers engineered solutions that blend automated technologies (MHE, robotics, conveyor, ASRS, AMR/AGV) with intelligent warehouse execution software to optimize productivity, increase fulfillment speed, and build operational resilience for clients.

About the Role

The Software engineer II will be responsible for designing, developing, and supporting KPI’s next generation Warehouse Execution Products and Platforms. Design and deliver solutions intelligent software, to orchestrate material handling automated equipment, AGVs/AMRs, robotics, etc. to fulfill warehouse operations.

Responsibilities

* Collaborate with Agile software teams to design, develop, test, implement, and support software platforms using Java and other platforms.

* Partner with product managers, and deliver robust software products that orchestrate devices, robots, AGVs, AMRs and other equipment to automate the warehouse operations.

* Participate in product backlog prioritization, story mapping, and story splitting activities. Translate simple to complex user stories into functional and actionable software.

* Analyzing systems to identify bugs and ensure quality.

* Presenting a solution to the technical team and business users. • Engage with our device and robotics partner ecosystem to align our product roadmap and direction.

* Maintaining developed systems and upgrading tools to ensure they stay relevant and up to date.

* Work directly with the customers to understand reported issues and schedule patches with fixes.

Requirements

* 8+ Years of experience as a software engineer/ developer building Java and Spring Boot software applications and services. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science • 3+ years’ experience in technologies such as Microservices, Docker, Kubernetes, API Management.

* 3 + years of experience RDBMS such as MS-SQL, PostgreSQL. Must be skilled with writing and executing complex SQL queries and understanding relational databases.

* 3+ years of experience with defining, developing and implementing RESTful APIs with JSON.

* Experience integrating with automated hardware, Robotics, IoT systems.

* Experienced with Git, Unit / Test automation, Cl/CD platforms to build and release code.

* Experience with BPMN, Camunda or similar Workflow Manager Platforms.

* Familiar with cloud technology including Event Streaming, PaaS services, Cloud-Native patterns.

* Professional demeanor and the ability to communicate complex technical information in a clear and tactful manner.

* Ability to mentor Guide team members toward best solutions for the problem at hand.

* Regular travel to KPI COEs or customer sites (up to 15%) required as necessary.

Benefits

What we Offer:

* Medical Insurance

* Dental Insurance

* Vision Insurance

* Health Care Concierge Service

* 401(k) Retirement Plan (Pre-tax & Roth)

* Company paid Basic Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability

* Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance

* Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity Insurance

* Pet Insurance

* Milk Stork Program

* Wellness Program with gift card redemption and wellness challenges

* Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & 10 Holidays)

* Training & Development

Why KPI Solutions?

At KPI Solutions, you’ll be part of a team that values innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement. This is more than a reporting role—it’s an opportunity to make a measurable impact on project success and business performance.

KPI Solutions provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by states, federal, or local law.

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About KPI Solutions

Created in July 2021 as a result of combination of Kuecker Logistics Group, PULSE Integration and QC Software by private equity firm Ares Management, KPI Integrated Solutions is a systems integrator that seeks out leading technologies within the areas of material handling equipment and information systems and combines them with proven design and operational strategies to help improve our customers’ operations. Our talented group of industry experts combine the powers of scalable material handling systems, innovative software and custom automation engineering for complete, unique solutions that help companies, across a broad spectrum of industry segments, become leaders in their industries. We are equipment agnostic, and our solutions incorporate leading technologies such as mobile robots, automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS), automated guided vehicles (AGV), goods-to-person technology, sortation, and conveyor. KPI currently has approximately 200 FTEs and $150m revenue with growth expected to double in size (at a minimum) in the next 5 years through organic and acquisitive activities.

KPI is backed by Ares Management. Ares Management Corporation (NYSE: ARES) is a leading global alternative investment manager operating integrated groups across Credit, Private Equity, Real Estate and Strategic Initiatives. They provide flexible capital to support businesses and create value for their stakeholders and within their communities. By collaborating across their investment groups, they aim to generate consistent and attractive investment returns throughout market cycles. As of March 31, 2021, Ares Management's global platform had approximately $207 billion of assets under management with more than 1,450 employees operating across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and the Middle East.

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