Johannesburg
3 days ago
Senior Software Engineer

Senior Software Engineer

Would you enjoy working on our cutting-edge products?
 

Are you ready for the next step in your engineering career?
 

About our Team
 

LexisNexis Legal & Professional, which serves customers in more than 150 countries with 11,300 employees worldwide, is part of RELX, a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers.

About the Role
 

This position is performed by an experienced professional and will undertake difficult 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 under the guidance of more senior members of the squad. This position performs software design - typically across multiple components; is developing the skills of mentoring more junior members of the team and works with others to talk to users/customers and translates their requests into solutions. Despite the product delivery is to serve the French legal industry, knowledge of French is not required.
 

Responsibilities
 

Contributing as part of a SCRUM squad team to develop cutting-edge legal search engine & analytics product.Ensuring technical consistency and overall code quality and maintainability, co-create technical components with the Architect of the product.Define, coordinate and provide direct input to project plansWriting and reviewing portions of detailed specifications for the development of complexe system components.Implementing development processes, coding best practices and code reviews, resolve technical issues as necessary.Keeping abreast of new technology developments and follow global RELX technical strategy.Mentoring more junior members of the team


Requirements

Have extensive years of Software Engineering experienceHave a degree Engineering/Computer Science or equivalent experience requiredHave good experience with various resource models such as Managed Services and/or Staff Augmentation.Have proficiency with data manipulation language including optimization techniques, strong understanding of normalized/dimensional data modeling principles.Have expertise in development languages, technical stack including but not limited to: AWS Cloud, Angular, .Net, Javascript, Java/J2EE (optional), AppShell and Micro-frontend (Module Federation / Webpack), Database such as REDIS, PostgreSQL, Graph DB, SQL, NoSQL, Solr.Have knowledge in using and developing applicable tool sets.Have extensive problem-solving experience involving leading teams in identifying, researching, and coordinating the resources necessary to effectively troubleshoot/diagnose complex project issues; prior success extracting/translating findings into alternatives/solutions; and identifying risks/impacts and schedule adjustments to facilitate management decision-making.Have good communication (verbal and written) and customer service skills. Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills applicable to a wide audience including senior and executive management, customers, etc., including diction/terminology and presenting information in a concise and effective manner to clients, management, and various departments using assorted communication mediums.


Work in a way that works for you
 

We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.
 

Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive


Working for you
 

We know that your well-being and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:
 

Medical AidRetirement Plan inclusive of Risk Benefits (Disability, Critical Illness, Life Cover & Funeral Cover)Modern family benefits, including adoption and surrogacyStudy Leave


About the Business
 

LexisNexis Legal & Professional® provides legal, regulatory, and business information and analytics that help customers increase their productivity, improve decision-making, achieve better outcomes, and advance the rule of law around the world. As a digital pioneer, the company was the first to bring legal and business information online with its Lexis® and Nexis® services.
 

LexisNexis, a division of RELX, is an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you have a disability or other need that requires accommodation or adjustment, please let us know by completing our Applicant Request Support Form: https://forms.office.com/r/eVgFxjLmAK , or please contact 1-855-833-5120.

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