Senior Software Engineer I - Ruby Backend page is loaded## Senior Software Engineer I - Ruby Backendlocations: R Working in technology at Elsevier means that your work really does matter – it changes lives. Our technologists have applied new machine learning models to reduce gender biases against women in academia and developed technology to help medical professionals more accurately diagnose conditions that may have otherwise been missed. This particular role is within a dedicated product delivery squad, responsible for several core applications within our broader Saa S suite. About the role: We are seeking a highly talented Senior Software Engineer I, backend focused, with deep expertise in Ruby on Rails to join our dynamic engineering squad. In this role, you will be instrumental in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable Saa S applications, mentoring junior engineers, and driving technical excellence across your projects. You will contribute to project planning, timelines, and development strategies, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions under the guidance of more senior squad members. Lead the development of new features and enhancements for our Ruby on Rails-based APIs.· Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineering teams to deliver high-quality solutions.· Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code following best practices.· Mentor and review work of junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.· Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks, bugs, and technical debt.· Stay current with emerging trends and technologies in Ruby on Rails and web development.· Operate in an Agile development environment. Requirements: · 5+ years of professional software development experience with a strong proficiency in Ruby, Rails, and related web technologies.· Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS preferred) and containerization.· Solid understanding of various database technologies: Postgre SQL, My SQL, and Graph QL.· Experience with testing frameworks RSpec and/or Minitest.· Amazon SQS, Shoryuken, Sidekiq.· Understanding of performance optimization, observability, monitoring, and scaling best practices· Understanding of Git, Github, and CI/CD pipelines· Strong communication and collaboration skills.· Familiarity with front-end technologies (Java Script, Type Script, Angular) is a plus. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals. This is a remote role. Our teams operate in a flexible remote work model. Private Medical/Dental Plan* Savings Fund* Life Insurance* Meal/Grocery Voucher About 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. We are 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. *Elsevier is a global leader in advanced information and decision support for science and healthcare. We support continuous discovery and uphold the highest standards of content integrity, reliability, and reproducibility so the communities we serve can advance their field of science, healthcare or innovation with confidence. By combining high-quality content with powerful analytics, we transform complexity into clarity and deliver mission-critical insights that help professionals make better decisions when it matters most. We help librarians provide verified, quality information to universities. Connecting quality content and innovative technologies, we make progress go further and happen faster. We offer a diverse range of opportunities across technology, commercial, business, and early career jobs.
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