Senior Software Engineer – General Device Intelligence
ThreatMetrix is seeking a highly talented and experienced developer to join our end-user facing Device Intelligence team, building software that runs invisibly in mobile apps and web browsers used by millions of people every day across the globe.
About the Business
At ThreatMetrix, a LexisNexis Risk Solutions company, we believe in the power of data and advanced analytics for better risk management. With over 40 years of expertise, we are a trusted data analytics provider for organisations seeking actionable insights to manage risk and improve results while upholding high standards for security and privacy. Headquartered in metro Atlanta, LexisNexis Risk Solutions serves customers in more than 100 countries and is part of RELX Group plc, a world-leading provider of information and analytics for professional and business customers across industries.
About our Team
The ThreatMetrix engineering team is an international team that includes experts in device identification, device intelligence, fraud detection, real-time systems, Software as a Service (SaaS) applications, machine learning, and data analytics. We are an Agile engineering team using concepts such as Scrum, Continuous Integration, self-organising teams, and Continuous Improvement.
About the Position
This role focuses on web technologies, so you should understand the HTTP protocol, how cookies and web sessions work, basic networking concepts, and be a strong programmer. This is not an application-level role and does not involve UI development; instead, it is centred on gathering, sending, and processing data.
The role requires research beyond obvious documentation. We are looking for a C/C++ expert with strong systems-level programming skills, including memory management, concurrency, and performance, while experience with browser JavaScript and Java is also highly valuable.
Personal Skills
Clear and effective communicator of technical issues
Team player who works effectively with others
Detail oriented with a desire to learn, research, and understand
Ability to work with geographically dispersed teams
Ability to accept criticism and provide feedback (for example, during code reviews)
Technical Skills and Experience
C++, Java, and JavaScript
Knowledge of programming principles and systems-level programming
Threaded and concurrent programming
Proficiency in using AI-assisted software development tools, such as GitHub Copilot or coding agents, to improve engineering productivity and code quality
Approximately 8 years of experience in C++, ideally combined with 10+ years across Java and C++
Experience writing and debugging JavaScript without relying on frameworks
Experience with unit testing, code reviews, continuous integration, and source control
Web application experience, including a solid understanding of HTTP
Work in a Way That Works for You.
We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation, with various flexible and remote working options available to employees.
Working for You
We know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:
Discounted health plan rate and optical assistance
Life assurance and income protection
Option to buy additional annual leave days
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible working arrangements
Benefits for you and your family
Access to learning and development resources
LexisNexis Risk Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law. If a qualified individual with a disability or disabled veteran needs a reasonable accommodation to use or access our online system, they should contact the accommodation support channel listed in the application process.
Learn More & Apply
To learn more about opportunities with LexisNexis or RELX:
https://risk.lexisnexis.com/about-us/careers
https://www.relx.com/careers/join-us
We are looking to fill this role as soon as possible – apply now to be considered.
Thank you for your interest.
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Skills Required
- Expert-level C++ development
- Approximately 8 years of experience in C++ and ideally 10+ years combined across Java and C++
- Proficiency in Java
- Proficiency in JavaScript, including writing and debugging without frameworks
- Systems-level programming skills including memory management, concurrency, and performance optimization
- Threaded and concurrent programming experience
- Strong understanding of HTTP, cookies, web sessions, and basic networking
- Experience with unit testing, code reviews, continuous integration, and source control
- Proficiency using AI-assisted software development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot or coding agents)
- Ability to research beyond documentation and work effectively with geographically dispersed teams
- Clear and effective technical communication and teamwork skills
RELX Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about RELX and has not been reviewed or approved by RELX.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is positioned as a meaningful part of total rewards through a 401(k) plan with matching contributions, alongside other financial protections such as life and disability coverage. Tuition reimbursement and share purchase access further broaden the financial value of the package beyond base salary.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Leave and time off breadth appears strong, with generous vacation allowances, mental health days, and options like sabbaticals and tiered PTO by tenure. Parental and caregiving leaves are described in detail, reinforcing time-away benefits as a standout component of the overall package.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and lifestyle benefits are supported by offerings such as mental health support (e.g., app access), EAP resources, gym-related perks, and wellness incentives. Flexible working hours and related work-life supports add to the perceived day-to-day value of benefits.
RELX Insights
What We Do
RELX is a global provider of information-based analytics for professional and business customers across industries. We help scientists make new discoveries, doctors and nurses improve the lives of patients and lawyers win cases. We prevent online fraud and money laundering, and help insurance companies evaluate and predict risk. Our events enable customers to learn about markets, source products and complete transactions. In short, we enable our customers to make better decisions, get better results and be more productive. We do this by leveraging a deep understanding of our customers to create innovative solutions which combine content and data with analytics and technology in global platforms. RELX serves customers in more than 180 countries and has offices in about 40 countries. It employs approximately 30,000 people of whom almost half are in North America. We operate in four major market segments: Scientific, Technical & Medical; Risk & Business Analytics; Legal; and Exhibitions.
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