Java Python Software Engineer I – Montreal
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About our Team
Our Technology teams uses cutting-edge technologies to build products and systems to advance science and health. We provide our customers with powerful digital solutions, helping them to research the biggest problems facing the world today. We work to build a culture that values excellent DevOps: speed, agility, cost savings and higher quality.
About the Role
You will contribute towards Elsevier’s Research Data Platform (RDP). Our team’s primary focus within the RDP is on harvesting and transforming datasets to feed Elsevier’s data products. Projects include:
Responsibilities
- Working primarily in Java or Python.
- Contributing code to new and existing projects, debug, take part in code reviews.
- Working with large data sets to harvest and process data through our internal systems, fueling core Elsevier products.
- Beyond Python and Java experience, we work with the following technologies regularly: Confluent Kafka, Kubernetes, Linked-Data/RDF/JSON-LD, Databricks, Terraform, Github Actions, Apache Airflow, and Apache Iceberg. Experience with any of them is a plus.
Requirements
- Possess current and extensive Java/Python Development skills
- Have proficiency with data manipulation languages.
- Have ability to work with data models.
- Experience in in development languages including but not limited to: Java, Spring Boot, XML, SQL, and UNIX.
- Have basic knowledge of software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
- Have ability and desire to learn new processes and technologies.
- Bilingual - Ability to communicate professionally in both English and French. Located in the Montreal area.
Elsevier employs 10,000 people worldwide, including over 2,500 technologists. We have supported the work of our research and health partners for more than 140 years. Growing from our roots in publishing, we offer knowledge and valuable analytics that help our users make breakthroughs and drive societal progress.
Canada National Base Pay Range: $78,600 - $131,000 (CAD).Geographic differentials may apply in some locations to better reflect local market rates. This job is eligible for an annual incentive bonus.We know your well-being and happiness are key to a long and successful career. We are delighted to offer country specific benefits. Click here to access benefits specific to your location.
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Skills Required
- Current and extensive Java and Python development skills
- Proficiency with data manipulation languages
- Ability to work with data models
- Experience with Java, Spring Boot, XML, SQL, and UNIX
- Basic knowledge of software development methodologies, such as Agile or Waterfall
- Ability and desire to learn new processes and technologies
- Professional bilingual communication skills in English and French
- Located in the Montreal area
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Healthcare Strength — Feedback suggests medical, dental, vision, life insurance, wellness initiatives, and an EAP form a comprehensive health offering. Gym support and wellbeing hubs reinforce an ongoing health and wellness focus.
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Retirement Support — Feedback suggests retirement programs include a 401(k)/retirement plan and pension options, with long-term savings vehicles such as an employee stock purchase plan also available. These elements contribute to a sense of financial security beyond base pay.
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Elsevier is a world-leading provider of information solutions that enhance the performance of science, health, and technology professionals, empowering them to make better decisions, and deliver better care. Because informed decisions lead to better outcomes, Elsevier is a leader in information and analytics for customers across the global research and health ecosystems. Elsevier helps researchers and healthcare professionals advance science and improve health outcomes for the benefit of society. We do this by facilitating insights and critical decision-making for customers across the global research and health ecosystems.
