Senior Software Engineer – Fully Remote or Hybrid | LexisNexis Risk Solutions

Join a global leader in data-driven innovation and compliance technology.
Work on big data, cloud, and high-impact solutions – from anywhere in Australia.

About Us
LexisNexis Risk Solutions is a global provider of data and analytics that help customers across financial services, insurance, legal, corporate, and government sectors mitigate risk, enhance compliance, and drive smarter decision-making. With our cutting-edge tech stack and commitment to innovation, we're advancing the rule of law, one solution at a time.

About the Role
We’re looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our growing team in Australia. You’ll play a key role in designing, developing, and delivering complex software products and big data solutions. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams, contribute to product direction, and mentor junior engineers — all while having the flexibility to work fully remote or hybrid from our Sydney office.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop high-performance, scalable software systems across multiple platforms

• Collaborate with product owners, architects, and engineers to finalize requirements and bring products to life

• Implement and advocate for coding best practices, including test-driven development

• Optimize data pipelines and storage, particularly using Snowflake and Kafka

• Contribute to architectural decisions and mentor junior team members

• Stay up to date with emerging technologies and industry trends

Requirements

• 5+ years of software engineering experience, ideally in large-scale or enterprise environments

• Expertise in one or more development languages: Java, Golang, Python, SQL

• Proven experience working with big data technologies – especially Snowflake, Kafka, and modern data architectures

• Strong skills in data modelling, DML, and optimizing data performance

• Familiarity with Agile, test-driven development, and cloud-based deployment

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent hands-on 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 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:

• Flexibility: Work fully remotely from anywhere in Australia or hybrid from Sydney

• Impactful Work: Help shape data and compliance tools used globally

• Career Growth: Opportunities to expand into architecture, leadership, or product strategy

• Global Company: Be part of RELX, a FTSE 100 company with global reach

• Benefits: Birthday leave, paid volunteering days, well-being support, and more

Learn more about the LexisNexis Risk team and how we work herehttps://www.relx.com/careers/join-us

We are looking to fill this role as soon as possible – apply now to be considered.

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