Senior Software Engineer I

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable web applications using React on the frontend and Node.js/Express.js on the backend
• Translate product requirements into well-architected, maintainable code and robust RESTful APIs
• Implement automated unit and integration tests to ensure high code quality
• Collaborate in an Agile/Scrum environment through standups, sprint planning, and backlog grooming
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and release processes using tools like Jenkins
• Write and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including API specifications and README files
• Troubleshoot production issues and perform root-cause analysis to implement long-term fixes
• Mentor junior engineers and share knowledge to uplift team coding standards

Requirements

• Professional software development experience in full-stack JavaScript
• Proficiency with React (hooks, state management, component design) and modern TypeScript
• Hands-on experience with Node.js and Express.js for API development
• Demonstrated experience building and consuming RESTful APIs
• Proficiency with GitHub workflows, including pull requests and issue tracking
• Experience with automated testing frameworks such as Jest or Mocha
• Working knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Familiarity with linting tools (ESLint) and front-end state management libraries (e.g., Redux)
• Understanding of databases (SQL/NoSQL) and ORM/query builders

About the Company

Elsevier is a global leader in advanced information and decision support for science and healthcare. As part of the RELX Group, we provide mission-critical insights through high-quality content and powerful analytics. We support researchers, health professionals, and innovators worldwide by transforming complexity into clarity.