Software engineer lead

RELX International; Mumbai; On-site; INR 4,500,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

RELX International in Mumbai seeks an experienced Senior Software Engineer to design, develop, and enhance backend services. You will work across multi‑system projects, mentor teammates, and help shape engineering best practices in a collaborative team.

Strong Java/Spring Boot, microservices, and cloud (AWS/Azure) skills are required, with excellent communication and problem‑solving abilities. The role offers opportunities to influence architecture decisions and contribute to product quality

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant software development experience.
• Expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and microservices.
• Strong cloud experience (AWS or Azure).
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and distributed systems.
• Experience with test‑driven development and debugging.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and improve backend software components and services.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to clarify requirements.
• Review code, contribute to design documents, and ensure quality.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote engineering best practices.
• Engage in data modeling and architecture discussions.
• Troubleshoot complex issues and drive continuous improvement.
• Participate in Agile or similar development environments.

Job description

Would you like to be part of a team that delivers high-quality software to our customers? Are you a visible champion with a ‘can do’ attitude and enthusiasm that inspires others?

About the Business

LexisNexis Risk Solutions is the essential partner in the assessment of risk. Within our Business Services vertical, we offer a multitude of solutions focused on helping businesses of all sizes drive higher revenue growth, maximize operational efficiencies, and improve customer experience. Our solutions help our customers solve difficult problems in the areas of Anti-Money Laundering/Counter Terrorist Financing, Identity Authentication & Verification, Fraud and Credit Risk mitigation and Customer Data Management. You can learn more about LexisNexis Risk at the link below, https://risk.lexisnexis.com

About the Team

You’ll join a collaborative squad that includes a Squad Lead, Business Analyst, Development Lead, Developers, and Testers. Our squad model encourages teamwork, shared responsibility, and efficient delivery—everyone contributes to achieving a common goal.

About the Role

In this role, you will contribute to the design, development, and improvement of software products. You’ll work across multiple systems, collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams, and turn user needs into practical technical solutions. You’ll also support and mentor team members and help shape engineering best practices.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with technical teams to clarify and finalize requirements
• Design and develop complex backend components and services
• Review code, contribute to design documents, and ensure high technical quality
• Resolve technical issues and support continuous improvement
• Work across different development environments (e.g., Agile)
• Research new technologies and bring ideas to improve the product
• Mentor junior engineers and support knowledge sharing
• Contribute to data modeling and architecture discussions
• Perform debugging and implement fixes for complex issues
• Participate in collaborative problem-solving and cross-team communication
• Take on other related tasks as needed to support the team and product

Requirements

• 10+ years of relevance experience and good to have lead experience
• Familiarity with Agile or other software development methodologies
• Strong skills in Java, Spring Boot, microservices, and cloud technologies (AWS or Azure)
• Understanding of distributed systems, data modeling, and various storage solutions
• Experience with test-driven development, debugging, and designing system components
• Ability to learn and adapt to new tools, frameworks, and technologies
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with teammates and stakeholders from different disciplines

Learn more about the LexisNexis Risk team and how we work

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RELX is a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers, enabling them to make better decisions, get better results and be more productive. Our purpose is to benefit society by developing products that help researchers advance scientific knowledge; doctors and nurses improve the lives of patients; lawyers promote the rule of law and achieve justice and fair results for their clients; businesses and governments prevent fraud; consumers access financial services and get fair prices on insurance; and customers learn about markets and complete transactions. Our purpose guides our actions beyond the products that we develop. It defines us as a company. Every day across RELX our employees are inspired to undertake initiatives that make unique contributions to society and the communities in which we operate.