Senior Software Engineer II
RELXCape Town, Western Cape, South Africa • Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Posted April 9, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
LexisNexis Legal & Professional provides legal, regulatory, and business information and analytics that help customers increase productivity, improve decision-making, achieve better outcomes, and advance the rule of law around the world.
Job Description
Senior Software Engineer II position performs complex research, design, and software development assignments within a software functional area or product line. This position mentors more-junior members of the team, talks to users/customers and translates their requests into solutions, and operates in various development environments while collaborating with key stakeholders.
Requirements
- 5+ years of Software Engineering experience
- BS Engineering/Computer Science or equivalent experience required
- Advanced knowledge of software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall)
- Strong proficiency with data manipulation language including optimization techniques
- Strong understanding of normalized/dimensional data modeling principles
- Strong knowledge of multiple data storage subsystems
- Expertise in development languages including but not limited to: Java/J2EE, JavaScript, JSP, C/C++, HTML, XML, SQL, Windows, UNIX, and.Net.
- Knowledge in using and developing applicable tool sets.
- Ability to interface competently with other technical personnel or team members to finalize requirements.
- Knowledge of test-driven development.
Benefits
- Medical Aid
- Retirement Plan inclusive of Risk Benefits (Disability, Critical Illness, Life Cover & Funeral Cover)
- Modern family benefits, including adoption and surrogacy
- Study Leave