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Principal Software Engineer of Search Relevance

LexisNexis is a leading global provider of legal, regulatory, and business information, helping customers improve productivity and decision-making.
Principal Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
8+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Legal Tech

Description For Principal Software Engineer of Search Relevance

LexisNexis, a RELX company, is seeking a Principal Software Engineer of Search Relevance to lead the development of next-generation search technologies. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, focusing on improving how users find legal information. The position requires expertise in search engines like Solr and Elasticsearch, along with strong programming skills in multiple languages. As a principal engineer, you'll shape architectural standards, mentor team members, and work directly with customers to enhance search relevance capabilities. The role offers comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and modern family benefits. Based in Raleigh, NC, this hybrid position requires office presence 2 days per week. LexisNexis's mission of shaping a more just world through information technology makes this an impactful opportunity for a senior technical leader looking to make a difference in the legal technology sector.

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Responsibilities For Principal Software Engineer of Search Relevance

  • Serve as primary point of contact for external technology resources
  • Work directly with customers and end-users, providing design input across products
  • Perform reviews to ensure enterprise and architectural standards
  • Write advanced complex code for computer systems
  • Manage system and user acceptance testing cycles
  • Recommend technical strategy and direction
  • Act as acknowledged 'go to' person on coding and technical issues
  • Interface with team members to finalize requirements
  • Complete complex bug fixes and assist with system outage workarounds
  • Mentor lead software developers

Requirements For Principal Software Engineer of Search Relevance

Java
Python
JavaScript
  • BS degree in Engineering/Computer Science or equivalent experience
  • Experience with modern search engines (Solr, Elasticsearch, Machine Learning, Marklogic, FastESP, Vespa)
  • Advanced knowledge of software development methodologies
  • Expert in JAVA/J2EE, Python, JavaScript, JSP, C/C++, HTML, XML, SQL, Windows, UNIX and .Net
  • Excellent understanding of data modeling principles
  • Experience in partnering with and leading technology resources
  • Knowledge of test-driven development
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills

Benefits For Principal Software Engineer of Search Relevance

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Parental Leave
  • Comprehensive multi-carrier health plan
  • Disability insurance
  • Dependent care and commuter spending accounts
  • Life and accident insurance
  • Retirement benefits
  • Modern family benefits including adoption and surrogacy
  • Flexible and remote working options

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