Principal Software Engineer Job in Relx Group Plc

BASIC FUNCTIONS:

This position provides assistance and input to management, develops and leads large multifunctional development activities, solves complex technical problems, writes complex code for computer systems, and serves as a senior source of technical expertise. The position may also provide sizing or budget recommendations to management.

QUALIFICATIONS:
12+ years of Software Engineering experience
BS Engineering/Computer Science or equivalent experience required; advanced degree preferred

TECHNICAL SKILLS:
Software development process expert in applicable methodologies

(e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
Expertise in data modeling, design and manipulation, optimization, best practices, tuning, and leading industry trend knowledge.
Expertise in development of highly scalable and available systems.

Strong proficiency with data manipulation language including optimization techniques.
Solid knowledge of architectural principles.
Deep knowledge of AWS and to leverage this in the development of solutions.
Deep expertise in Java. Knowledge of PERL, Python would be an added advantage.
Expertise in test-driven development and maintenance including techniques for applying best practices for overall project benefit.
Expert knowledge of multiple data storage subsystems including NOSQL.
Ability to partner and lead internal and external technology resources in solving complex business needs.
Strong organization/project planning, time management, and change management skills across multiple functional groups and departments, and strong delegation skills involving prioritizing and reprioritizing projects and managing projects of various size and complexity.
Advanced problem-solving experience involving leading teams in identifying, researching, and coordinating the resources necessary to effectively troubleshoot/diagnose complex project issues; prior success extracting/translating findings into alternatives/solutions; and identifying risks/impacts and schedule adjustments to facilitate management decision-making.
Advance communication (verbal and written) and customer service skills. Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills applicable to a wide audience including senior management, etc., including diction/terminology and presenting information in a concise and effective manner to clients, management, and various departments using assorted communication mediums.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Serve as a primary technical point of contact for technology resources.
Provide design input across a squads.
Serve as acknowledged go to person on coding and technical issues.
Interface with other technical personnel or team members to finalize requirements.
Write and review portions of detailed specifications for the development of system components of moderate complexity.
Complete complex bug fixes.
Design and work with complex data models.
Mentor lead software developers interested in consultancy on development methodologies and optimization techniques.
All other duties as assigned.

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