Senior Software Engineer I - Java Fullstack

Senior Software Engineer - Java Fullstack

Working in technology at Elsevier means your work truly matters — it helps shape the future of healthcare and education. As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll see the real-world impact of your code in the lives of nursing students, educators, and ultimately, patients. Whether you're building scalable systems, improving performance, or collaborating across teams, your contributions will help drive innovation and learning.

Our engineering teams have developed tools that empower educators to create custom assessments, streamline learning workflows, and improve student outcomes. We believe in the power of technology to transform education and support better care.

We are a small, independent engineering team within Elsevier, with members located in Bosnia and the United States. Despite our size, we have full autonomy in decision-making and collaborate closely with colleagues and stakeholders across the organization. We maintain and extend one of Elsevier's leading nursing health education web applications, helping faculty create engaging, focused learning experiences through custom quizzes and Elsevier's extensive content library.

Our team values diversity, ownership, and open communication. We work in a collaborative environment where everyone's voice matters and where technical excellence is paired with a strong sense of purpose.

As a Senior Software Engineer - Java Fullstack, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining software solutions using Angular and supporting back-end services in NodeJS. You'll help set technical direction, contribute to architectural decisions, and work closely with product, design, and engineering stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions.

This is a hands-on role that requires deep technical expertise, a collaborative mindset, and a commitment to best practices in coding and testing. You'll be expected to take ownership of your work and contribute to the stability, scalability, and performance of our applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop scalable, high-availability systems using Angular 8+, TypeScript, NodeJS with Express, HTML/CSS, and MariaDB.
• Design and implement RESTful APIs.
• Collaborate with distributed teams and communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats.
• Apply test-driven development (TDD) and ensure good code coverage.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum development processes.
• Use tools like Git/GitHub, JIRA, and Confluence for collaboration and tracking.
• Analyze and resolve complex bugs to maintain product stability and quality.

Requirements

• 5–8+ years of professional software engineering experience.
• Proven expertise in Angular, NodeJS, and related technologies.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Experience with TDD and Agile methodologies.
• Familiarity with collaboration tools and version control systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a distributed team.

We support a healthy work/life balance and offer flexible work arrangements. You'll participate in regular team meetings and development rituals while enjoying the autonomy to focus and create in your own space. We offer wellbeing initiatives, parental leave, and opportunities for professional growth.

We care about your wellbeing and success. Here are some of the benefits we offer:

• Private Medical/Dental Plan
• Savings Fund
• Life Insurance
• Meal/Grocery Voucher

Elsevier is a global leader in information and analytics, helping researchers and healthcare professionals advance science and improve health outcomes. We combine quality content with powerful technology to support education, research, and clinical decision-making. Join us and be part of a team that's shaping the future of health education and care.