Job Description

Interested in learning more about this job Scroll down and find out what skills, experience and educational qualifications are needed.Senior Software Engineer II Do you have extensive software engineering experience?Would you like to join our great software engineering team?About our Team The Recommenders team at Elsevier specializes in developing recommendation systems through Data Science and Machine Learning. Their goal is to aid researchers in finding relevant papers, funding opportunities, and peer reviewers, ultimately facilitating scientific breakthroughs and discoveries. They are motivated by the belief in technology's transformative potential to advance research.About the Role We are looking for a creative and enthusiastic developer to showcase their work and enhance our data. Collaboration is key, so you should be open to pairing and committed to ongoing learning and mentoring colleagues.Responsibilities

Designing, prototyping, and implementing robust recommendation applications using best-practice agile development processesWorking with technologies including Java, Scala, Spark, EMR, Kubernetes, and AirflowBuilding cloud infrastructure in AWS to host and monitor the applications, automating common tasks mercilesslyCollaborating as part of a tight-knit, agile, quality-focused team to deliver tangible value to our customersRequirements

Experience in commercial software engineering to deliver server-side applicationsExperience in programming skills on the JVM with either Java 8+ or ScalaExperience with agile practices for rapid development of quality software, such as CI, TDCandidate who can rapidly grasp new technologies, languages, and tools to maintain our product's edge in a fast-changing industry.Build inclusive, positive, collaborative mindset and a desire to deliver real business value to our customersWork 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 productiveWorking for you 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 daysHealth screening, eye care vouchers and private medical benefitsWellbeing programsLife assuranceAccess to a competitive contributory pension schemeSave As You Earn share option schemeTravel Season ticket loanElectric Vehicle SchemeOptional Dental InsuranceMaternity, paternity and shared parental leaveEmployee Assistance ProgrammeAccess to emergency care for both the elderly and childrenRECARES days, giving you time to support the charities and causes that matter to youAccess to employee resource groups with dedicated time to volunteerAccess to extensive learning and development resourcesAccess to employee discounts scheme via Perks at WorkAbout the Business 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’s grand challenges and a more sustainable future. We harness innovative technologies to support science and healthcare to partner for a better world.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:https://forms.office.com/r/eVgFxjLmAK, or please contact 1-855-833-5120.Please read our Candidate Privacy Policy.

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