Software Engineer III (Full Stack)

Software Engineer III (Full Stack)

Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands

Would you like to help create products to support the sharing of scientific knowledge?

Do you enjoy collaborating to solve complex technical problems?

This hybrid role is open to candidates based within a commutable distance of our Amsterdam office. We value meaningful in-person moments to connect, collaborate, plan and for other key moments.

About Team:

Our dynamic Agile team delivers the technology for Transfer your manuscript in Submissions which enables researchers to publish their work.

About Role:

As a Software Engineer, you will build capabilities that support scientific researchers through Transfer your manuscript in Submissions.

Responsibilities:

• 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

Requirements:

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 frameworks (React, Angular, etc), SQL, with a willingness to learn the others.
• Display some experience with version control system (i.e. Git)
• Enjoy collaborating with team members to create innovative solutions
• Have experience with a modern IDE (IntelliJ / VS Code) 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)
• Some familiarity with AI coding tools (GitHub Copilot, Claude, Codex, Antigravity) is desirable.
• Wanting to learn about Agentic software development
• Be eager to grow your skills and experience

Work in a way that works for you

We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.

• Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive

About Business

At Elsevier, we help the world of research to make high-value decisions with confidence through a rich portfolio of services and products such as Scopus, Pure, and SciVal.

This role is aimed at mid-level engineers working towards the next step in their career.



Primary Location Base Pay Range: NLD Amsterdam (Radarweg) €49,000 - €81,700. 





This role is covered by the Collective Labor Agreement Publishing Industry.



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