Elsevier
The Backend Software Engineer III role involves designing, developing, and maintaining scalable backend systems and APIs for a search engine and analytics platform serving researchers and international organizations. The position requires strong expertise in Java, Spring Framework, and object-oriented design, alongside collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable and secure software solutions. The engineer will participate in Agile ceremonies, troubleshoot production issues, and contribute to technical debt reduction and system performance optimization.
Headquarters
Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands
Company Size
5001-10000 employees
Founded
1880
Elsevier is a global provider of information, analytics, and decision‑support solutions for science and healthcare. It publishes peer‑reviewed journals and books and operates leading platforms such as ScienceDirect, Scopus, Mendeley and ClinicalKey. Elsevier also delivers research intelligence, clinical decision tools, data services, and workflow solutions to universities, hospitals, and publishers. Institutions and professionals use its content and analytics to accelerate discovery, education, and patient care.
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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