Software Engineer III Python

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About Us
Working in technology at Elsevier means that your work really does matter – it changes lives.

And you’ll see the real-world impact of your day-to-day efforts.

Our technologists have applied new machine learning models to reduce gender biases against women in academia and developed technology to help medical professionals more accurately diagnose conditions that may have otherwise been missed.

Whether you’re supporting the business to be more efficient, building better infrastructure to help things run more smoothly, or if you’re part of a team creating products for the customers we serve, there’s always a new challenge you’ll be helping to solve.
About the Team
We develop Elsevier's web services and applications for the Shadow Health team.

Our services include the Learning Management System that allows learners to interact with Digital Standardized Patients, services that enable our Narrative and Simulation Engineers to author new content, and many other tools that support the team’s mission to improve healthcare education through immersive digital experiences.

If you are looking for a career that inspires progress in science, innovation and health, and allows you to grow every day, join us.

Let’s shape progress together.
About the Role
We are seeking a talented and collaborative Software Engineer II – Python to join our Shadow Health development team in Mexico City.

This position performs moderately difficult research, design, and software development assignments within a specific software functional area or product line.

You will contribute to building and enhancing web services and applications that support healthcare education through simulation-based learning.
Responsibilities

+ Work with the Tech Lead to solve moderate complexity software engineering problems.

+ Build new features and improve existing ones for our Learning Management System.

+ Write and review portions of detailed specifications for the development of system components of moderate complexity.

+ Review code from other engineers and provide constructive feedback.

+ Complete moderately complex bug fixes.

+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality delivery.

+ Operate in various development environments (Agile, Waterfall, etc.) while collaborating with key stakeholders.

+ Successfully implement development processes, coding best practices, and code reviews.

+ Keep abreast of new technology developments.

+ All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

+ 3+ years of Software Engineering experience.

+ Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.

+ Proficiency in development languages including but not limited to: Python, FastAPI, LangGraph, SQL, Docker, AWS, GitHub Actions, UNIX.

+ Proficiency with data manipulation languages and understanding of data modeling principles.

+ Ability to work with complex data models.

+ Familiarity with agile software development methodologies.

+ Knowledge of software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).

+ Knowledge of test-driven development and industry best practices such as code coverage.

+ Ability to work well with internal and external technology resources.

+ Good oral and written communication skills.

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.

This is a hybrid role.

Our teams operate in a flexible hybrid work model, combining in-person collaboration with remote flexibility.

You’ll be expected to participate in regular team meetings and engineering rituals in line with your team’s cadence.
Working for You
We know that your well-being and happiness are key to a long and successful career.

These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:

+ Private Medical/Dental Plan

+ Savings Fund

+ Life Insurance

+ Meal/Grocery Voucher

About the Business
A global leader in information and analytics, we help researchers and healthcare professionals advance science and improve health outcomes for the benefit of society.

Building on our publishing heritage, we combine quality information and vast data sets with analytics to support visionary science and research, health education and interactive learning, as well as exceptional healthcare and clinical practice.

What you do every day will help advance science and healthcare to advance human progress.










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Our purpose is to benefit society by developing products that help researchers advance scientific knowledge; doctors and nurses improve the lives of patients; lawyers promote the rule of law and achieve justice and fair results for their clients; businesses and governments prevent fraud; consumers access financial services and get fair prices on insurance; and customers learn about markets and complete transactions.


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