Principal Software Engineer

1 week ago


Durban, South Africa Relx Full time

About the Team LexisNexis Legal & Professional, which serves customers in more than 150 countries with 11,800 employees worldwide, is part of RELX, a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers. Our company has been a long-time leader in deploying AI and advanced technologies to the legal market to improve productivity and transform the overall business and practice of law, deploying ethical and powerful generative AI solutions with a flexible, multi-model approach that prioritizes using the best model from today’s top model creators for each individual legal use case. About the Role We are seeking a passionate and experienced Principal Software Engineer to join our dynamic team. You will be responsible for leading innovative projects using Java, AWS, and content structuring technologies. Your role will be crucial in empowering the technical skills of our development team and ensuring the success of our projects. You'll be part of the team responsible for collecting French content, from enrichments with AI or Engineered to publication on our online platforms. You'll need to develop your skills in transforming XML content via XSLT Interest and curiosity in artificial intelligence for development purposes (CoPilot) but also for fundamental knowledge (RAG princples) are key. At RELX, we are committed to advancing gender diversity within the technology sector and supporting greater representation of women in tech. To further this commitment, RELX has implemented the following initiatives: Women in Technology (WiT) Mentoring Program: This program is tailored to enhance career development for female talent in tech roles across all our businesses. Women’s Network Forum: We offer dedicated forums that foster community, mentorship, and professional growth for women. Inspiring Future Talent: We actively engage with schools, hosting events to inspire young females to consider and pursue careers in technology. Responsibilities - Designing, developing, and maintaining robust and scalable applications using Java and AWS. - Setting-up and improving our content processing workflow - Collaborating with development teams to identify and resolve technical issues. - Mentoring and empowering developers to improve their technical skills and efficiency - Participating in the development of the team's technology strategy. - Staying updated with technological advancements to integrate best practices and innovations. Requirements Have a Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field with 10+ years of experience in software development, with significant experience as a technical leader Have experience in Java and AWS certifications, Python as a bonus Have experience in content structuring (XML,XSD,DTD) or planned skills upgrades Able to mentor and train technical teams. Demonstrate problem-solving and communication skills. Have experience in managing complex technical projects. Able to work independently and as part of a team. Work 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 Pattern 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 productive. About the Business LexisNexis Legal & Professional provides legal, regulatory, and business information and analytics that help customers increase their productivity, improve decision-making, achieve better outcomes, and advance the rule of law around the world. As a digital pioneer, the company was the first to bring legal and business information online with its Lexis and Nexis services. LexisNexis, a division of RELX, 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: , or please contact . Please read our Candidate Privacy Policy . #J-18808-Ljbffr



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