Job Description

Job Title - Software Engineer III

Location - Oxford/ Homebased

Are you an experienced developer with a \xe2\x80\x98can do\xe2\x80\x99 attitude and enthusiasm that inspires others?

Are you interested in pursuing a career in software that is delivering real utility to the scientific publishing community?

About our Team

Our dynamic Agile Team delivers the SSRN platform, which enables early, and easy sharing of scientific knowledge and is used by millions of researchers, universities and institutions across the globe. The team works interactively with a wide range of technologies to support and develop the platform and its capabilities. The team works with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders in a real-time interactive way.

About the Role

We are looking for someone to help us continue to deliver a safe and stable service using best practise software development processes. We are looking for an interactive developer who can help us refine and then implement to help us shape the future of early-stage research sharing.

Responsibilities

• Interfacing with other technical personnel or team members to finalize requirements.
• Writing and reviewing portions of detailed specifications for the development of system components
• Working closely with other development team members to understand moderately complex product requirements and translate them into software designs.
• Implementing development processes, coding best practices, and code reviews.
• Delivering safe and stable code within a mixture of Agile development methodologies and environments.

Requirements

• Have proficiency with data manipulation languages (SQL).
• Ability to work with complex data models.
• Have proficiency in one or more development languages from the following list: Java/J2EE, Spring, JavaScript, HTML, XML, React.
• Have the ability to work well with internal and external technology resources.
• Can write and review portions of detailed specifications for the development of system components.
• Possess Knowledge of software development methodologies. (e.g. Agile)
• Have some understanding and exposure to Cloud services AWS/Google/Azure.

Work in a way that works for you

We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. With an average length of service of 9 years, we are confident that 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 with us

We are an equal- opportunity employer with a commitment to help you succeed. Here, you will find an inclusive, agile, collaborative, innovative and fun environment, where everyone has a part to play. Regardless of the team you join, we promote a diverse environment with co-workers who are passionate about what they do, and how they do it.

Working for you

At Elsevier, we know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:

• Generous holiday allowance with the option to buy additional days.
• Health screening, eye care vouchers and private medical benefits.
• Wellbeing programs.
• Life assurance.
• Access to a competitive contributory pension scheme.
• Long service awards.
• Save As You Earn share option scheme.
• Travel Season ticket loan.
• Maternity, paternity and shared parental leave.
• Access to emergency care for both the elderly and children.
• RECARES days, giving you time to support the charities and causes that matter to you.
• Access to employee resource groups with dedicated time to volunteer.
• Access to extensive learning and development resources.
• Access to employee discounts via Perks at Work.

About Us

A global leader in information and analytics, we help researchers and healthcare professionals advance science and improve health outcomes for the benefit of society. Building on our publishing heritage, we combine quality information and vast data sets with analytics to support visionary science and research, health education and interactive learning, as well as exceptional healthcare and clinical practice. At Elsevier, your work contributes to the world\xe2\x80\x99s grand challenges and a more sustainable future. We harness innovative technologies to support science and healthcare to partner for a better world.

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Purposeful Work
When you work with us, your work matters. You are part of an organization that nurtures your curiosity to stimulate innovation for the communities that we serve.

Growing Every Day
Like the communities we serve, you are on a constant path of discovery to shape your career and personal development.

Colleagues Who Care
You will be part of the Elsevier family. We will support your well-being and provide the flexibility you need to thrive at work and home.

Together, we create possibilities.
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Elsevier 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: .

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