Senior Software Engineer at Elsevier

Location: London, England
Type: Full-time
Level: senior
Posted: Sep 28, 2026

Description

Elsevier is hiring a Senior Software Engineer to support and develop its Enterprise API Platform, including legacy and new API systems, developer portals, AI Gateways, MCP servers, and related tools. The role involves translating product requirements into software designs, developing and reviewing code, fixing complex bugs, collaborating with stakeholders, resolving technical issues, and mentoring entry-level engineers. Required expertise includes Java, JavaScript, Groovy, SQL, AWS, Terraform, Kubernetes, Docker, and related development and DevOps tools.

Required Skills

Java
JavaScript
Groovy
SQL
AWS
Terraform
Kubernetes
Docker
PostgreSQL

Additional Information

Required Previous Experiences: Experience with Maven and Gradle build tools
Experience with relational database management systems, including PostgreSQL
Experience using AWS services and Terraform
Experience configuring New Relic and Kibana for monitoring and alerting
Experience managing Kubernetes applications with Docker, Helm, and Kustomize
Experience using kubectl and k9s to manage Kubernetes resources
Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of AWS networking, including ACM certificates, VPCs, and transit gateways
Translation Company Name: Elsevier Limited Company