Senior Software Engineer II

Elsevier; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 95,000 - 191,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive bonus

Job summary

Elsevier is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to perform complex design and development within multiple systems, mentoring junior engineers and translating user requests into robust solutions.

The role requires 5+ years of experience and a BS in Engineering/CS or equivalent. Expect collaboration across teams, participation in Agile/Waterfall processes, and ongoing skills development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Software Engineering experience
• BS Engineering/Computer Science or equivalent experience required

Responsibilities

• Interface with other technical personnel or team members to finalize requirements.
• Write and review portions of detailed specifications for the development of complex system components.
• Complete complex bug fixes.
• Work closely with other development team members to understand complex product requirements and translate them into software designs.
• Successfully implement development processes, coding best practices, and code reviews.
• Operate in various development environments (Agile, Waterfall) while collaborating with key stakeholders.
• Resolve complex technical issues as necessary.
• Train entry-level software engineers as directed by department management, ensuring they are knowledgeable in critical aspects of their roles.

Skills

Software development methodologies

Data manipulation and optimization

Data modeling principles

Multiple data storage subsystems

Research skills

Development best practices

Tools and tech stacks

Interfacing with technical teams

Team collaboration with internal/exter

Test-driven development

Specifications writing/review

Bug fixes

Communication skills

Education

BS Engineering/Computer Science or equivalent experience

Tools

Java/J2EE

JavaScript

JSP

C/C++

HTML

XML

SQL

Windows

UNIX

.Net

Job description

BASIC FUNCTIONS:

This position performs complex 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. This position performs software design — typically across multiple systems; mentors more-junior members of the team; and talks to users/customers and translates their requests into solutions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ years of Software Engineering experience
• BS Engineering/Computer Science or equivalent experience required

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Advanced knowledge of software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Strong proficiency with data manipulation language including optimization techniques.
• Strong understanding of normalized/dimensional data modeling principles.
• Strong knowledge of multiple data storage subsystems.
• Expertise in development languages including but not limited to: Java/J2EE, JavaScript, JSP, C/C++, HTML, XML, SQL, Windows, UNIX, and .Net.
• Strong research skills.
• Strong knowledge in industry best practices in development.
• Knowledge in using and developing applicable tool sets.
• Ability to interface competently with other technical personnel or team members to finalize requirements.
• Ability to work well with internal and external technology resources.
• Knowledge of test-driven development.
• Ability to write and review portions of detailed specifications for the development of complex system components.
• Ability to complete complex bug fixes.
• Good oral and written communications skills.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Interface with other technical personnel or team members to finalize requirements.
• Write and review portions of detailed specifications for the development of complex system components.
• Complete complex bug fixes.
• Work closely with other development team members to understand complex product requirements and translate them into software designs.
• Successfully implement development processes, coding best practices, and code reviews.
• Operate in various development environments (Agile, Waterfall, etc.) while collaborating with key stakeholders.
• Resolve complex technical issues as necessary.
• Train entry-level software engineers as directed by department management, ensuring they are knowledgeable in critical aspects of their roles.
• Keep abreast of new technology developments.
• Design and work with complex data models.
• Mentor less-senior software developers on development methodologies and optimization techniques.
• All other duties as assigned.

U.S. National Base Pay Range: $95,300 - $158,800. Geographic differentials may apply in some locations to better reflect local market rates.If performed in New York, the base pay range is $104,800 - $174,700.If performed in New York City, the base pay range is $114,300 - $190,500.If performed in Rochester, NY, the base pay range is $95,300 - $158,800.This job is eligible for an annual incentive bonus.

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