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# Java Software Engineer

- **Company:** RELX Group
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, DevOps, Distributed Systems, IntelliJ IDEA, Scrum Methodology, Mockito, Software Deployment, SQL Databases, TypeScript, Test-Driven Development (TDD), ReactJS, Git, Documentation System, AngularJS, Atlassian Tools, Software Version Control
- **Published:** June 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/590396B799524F7B9D7B2490638BE75D/job/

## About the Role

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate proficiency in some of our requirements, with a willingness to learn new ones as needed.

 * Demonstrate some proficiency in most of these technologies: Java, JavaScript / TypeScript tool (React, Angular, etc), SQL, with a willingness to learn the others.
 * Display some experience with a version control system (i.e., Git)
 * Enjoy collaborating with team members to create innovative solutions
 * Have experience with a modern IDE (IntelliJ / VSCode) and proficiency in using refactoring tools.
 * Be open to discussing and honing approaches for our team to improve our working practices
 * Have some experience with test-driven development and mocking libraries (Jest, Mockito)
 * Be familiar with collaborative documentation tools (Jira and Confluence)
 * Have some real knowledge of Agile practices and execution (Scrum, Kanban)
 * Wanting to learn or have experience with AI-based solutions
 * Be eager to learn and grow my skills and experience

## Description

As a Software Engineer, you will build capabilities to support researchers in sharing new knowledge with the broader research community., As a Software Engineer, you will be responsible for:

 * Designing, developing, and deploying applications in a cloud-hosted distributed system to build our next-generation product
 * Collaborating with business stakeholders to identify requirements and gather feedback in a fast-moving environment.
 * Providing input into architectural decisions to ensure stability and performance
 * Identifying and implementing enhancements to continually improve our delivery process
 * Partnering with cross-functional Agile and DevOps implementation teams


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