Build Script to Analyze UPS Shipments for Late Delivery Refunds

Job Description:

We’re looking for a skilled Python developer to create a script that connects to the UPS API, retrieves tracking data for recent shipments, and flags packages that were delivered late according to UPS delivery guarantees (making them eligible for a refund).

This script will help us automate refund requests for late deliveries.

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✅ Deliverables:

• Authenticate with UPS API using OAuth 2.0 (client_credentials or authorization_code flow as needed)

• Retrieve tracking data for a list of UPS tracking numbers (we can provide a CSV or query a range of shipment dates)

• Parse delivery dates vs. guaranteed delivery dates

• Identify and list packages that were delivered late

• Output a report (CSV or JSON) showing:

• Tracking number

• Ship date

• Scheduled delivery date

• Actual delivery date

• Delivery status (on time / late)

• (Optional but preferred): Integrate with UPS Refund Request API to submit claims automatically

• Error handling for invalid or failed API calls

• Script should be easy to run locally (Python 3.x, requests, etc.)

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Ideal Skills:

• Python (required)

• Experience with UPS API or other carrier APIs (FedEx, USPS, etc.)

• Familiarity with OAuth 2.0 flows

• Working with JSON, CSV, and REST APIs

• Basic knowledge of shipping/delivery logistics is a plus

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What We Provide:

• UPS Developer credentials (client ID / secret)

• Test tracking numbers

• UPS Developer documentation

• Access to a test or production UPS account

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Timeline:

We’re hoping to get a working MVP within 1 week, with time after for refinement and optional automation.

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