Senior Software Engineer II
Elsevier
Software Engineer Position
This position performs complex research, design, and software development assignments within a software functional area or product line, and provides direct input to project plans, schedules, and methodology in the development of cross-functional software products. This position performs software design — typically across multiple systems; mentors more-junior members of the team; and talks to users/customers and translates their requests into solutions.
Responsibilities:
• Interface with other technical personnel or team members to finalize requirements.
• Write and review portions of detailed specifications for the development of complex system components.
• Complete complex bug fixes.
• Work closely with other development team members to understand complex product requirements and translate them into software designs.
• Successfully implement development processes, coding best practices, and code reviews.
• Operate in various development environments (Agile, Waterfall, etc.) while collaborating with key stakeholders.
• Resolve complex technical issues as necessary.
• Train entry-level software engineers as directed by department management, ensuring they are knowledgeable in critical aspects of their roles.
• Keep abreast of new technology developments.
• Design and work with complex data models.
• Mentor less-senior software developers on development methodologies and optimization techniques.
• All other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
• 7+ years of Software Engineering experience
• BS Engineering/Computer Science or equivalent experience required
• Advanced knowledge of software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Strong proficiency with data manipulation language including optimization techniques.
• Strong understanding of normalized/dimensional data modeling principles.
• Strong knowledge of multiple data storage subsystems.
Languages, tools, technologies and other expectations include:
Programming languages and frameworks: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, Typescript, Node.js, Express, Python
Testing - TDD, unit testing, familiar with libraries like jest, react testing library
Db technology & ORM's - Mariadb, Mysql, Snowflake, SQL, Sequelize or other ORMs, Prisma, Drizzle
Tools - Version control (like Git), CI/CD pipeline like (GHA, Docker), Observability (Sonarqube, New Relic), package managers (npm, etc.), Visual Studio Code, JIRA/ticket management
S/W methodologies - Agile, SCRUM
Other - Knowledge of RESTful API's, web services, Responsive designs and accessibility, familiar with Cloud platforms like AWS (CloudWatch, CloudFlare, S3, SQS/SNS, Lambda functions etc)
Expertise in industry technology language development trends.
Strong research skills.
Strong knowledge in industry best practices in development.
Knowledge in using and developing applicable tool sets.
Ability to interface competently with other technical personnel or team members to finalize requirements.
Ability to work well with internal and external technology resources.
Knowledge of test-driven development.
Ability to write and review portions of detailed specifications for the development of complex system components.
Ability to complete complex bug fixes.
Good oral and written communications skills.
Work in a Way That Works for You:
We promote a healthy work/life balance and provide various well-being initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance, and sabbaticals to help you meet both your immediate responsibilities and long-term goals.
Working for You:
We offer comprehensive benefits to support your health and well-being, including:
Health insurance for you and your family.
Enhanced health insurance options at competitive rates.
Group life insurance for financial security.
Group accident insurance for protection against accidental death and permanent disability.
Flexible working arrangements for work-life balance.
Employee assistance programs for personal and work-related support.
Medical screenings to prioritize your well-being.
Modern family benefits, including maternity, paternity, and adoption support.
Long-service awards to recognize dedication.
New baby gifts to celebrate parenthood.
Subsidized meals at specific locations.
Various paid time-off options, including casual leave, sick leave, privilege leave, compassionate leave, special sick leave, and public holidays.
Free transportation for home-office-home travel in select locations.
About Business:
We are a global leader in information and analytics, helping researchers and healthcare professionals' advance science and improve health outcomes. Building on our publishing heritage, we combine quality information and vast data sets with analytics to support visionary science, research, health education, interactive learning, and exceptional healthcare and clinical practice. At Elsevier, your work contributes to addressing the world's grand challenges and creating a more sustainable future. We harness innovative technologies to support science and healthcare, partnering for a better world.