Junior Software Engineer - Cloud-Native Backend

LexisNexis Risk Solutions; Southampton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Cirium, part of RELX, is seeking a Software Engineer to contribute to the design, development, testing, and maintenance of enterprise software offerings in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment. You will work with experienced engineers to deliver high-quality solutions across the full software lifecycle.

You will develop features, participate in reviews, and help drive code quality while expanding your technical expertise in Java, Python, SQL, and modern cloud-native practices.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of software engineering or related development experience.
• Understanding of software development principles, methodologies, and practices.
• Experience with SQL and relational databases.
• Familiarity with data models, database structures, and data storage technologies (e.g., Snowflake, PostgreSQL, or Redshift).
• Experience with Java, Spring, or C# and Docker, and Kubernetes.
• Exposure to JavaScript and/or Python.
• Knowledge of cloud-native application development and modern engineering practices.
• Interest in software quality, testing, security, and continuous learning.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail.
• Proactive approach to learning and adapting to new technologies.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, maintainable software.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, debug, and maintain software features and enhancements.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of code quality.
• Collaborate with engineers and cross-functional teams to deliver product requirements.
• Support the investigation and resolution of technical issues and defects.
• Contribute to software design, refactoring, and technical improvements.
• Apply testing and quality assurance practices to ensure reliable software delivery.
• Work with Customer Support teams to troubleshoot and resolve product issues.
• Stay informed on emerging technologies and engineering best practices.

Skills

SQL

Java

Spring

C#

Docker

Kubernetes

JavaScript

Python

Cloud-native development

Testing & quality

Communication

Collaboration

Problem solving

Learning mindset

Tools

SQL

Relational databases

Snowflake

PostgreSQL

Redshift

Docker

Kubernetes

Java

Spring

C#

JavaScript

Python

Job description

Cirium, part of RELX, is seeking a Software Engineer to contribute to the design, development, testing, and maintenance of enterprise software offerings in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment. You will work with experienced engineers to deliver high-quality solutions across the full software lifecycle.

You will develop features, participate in reviews, and help drive code quality while expanding your technical expertise in Java, Python, SQL, and modern cloud-native practices.