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About the Role

• As a Data Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining analytical solutions. You will do so using Amazon Redshift and Tableau. You will apply your solid understanding of data modeling, SQL querying, data analysis and data presentation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Designing and developing scalable data models and analytical solutions using Amazon Redshift, ensuring efficient data storage, retrieval, and processing.
• Developing and optimizing complex SQL queries and analytical procedures to extract insights from large datasets stored in Redshift.
• Designing and developing Tableau dashboards to surface and present data analytics to the organisation.
• Implementing data quality checks, data transformations, and data cleansing processes to ensure the integrity and accuracy of analytical data.
• Developing and maintaining ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes to integrate data warehouse.
• Optimizing Redshift database performance by implementing partitioning strategies, indexing, query tuning, and workload management.
• Implementing data security and access controls within Redshift to ensure data privacy and compliance.
• Participating in code reviews, knowledge-sharing sessions, and continuous improvement initiatives to maintain best practices.

Requirements

• Have a BSC degree in computer science or equivalent.
• Have experience with Amazon Redshift and Microsoft BI systems, including data modelling, SQL querying, and performance tuning. Experience in PowerBI and Tableau.
• Be proficient in SQL and experience with analytical tools and techniques (e.g., data mining, statistical analysis, machine learning).
• Expertise in development languages including but not limited to: Java/J2EE, JavaScript, JSP, C/C++, HTML, XML, SQL, Windows, .NET, Unix, HPCC.
• Have knowledge of data warehousing concepts, dimensional modelling, and data integration best practices.
• Be able to write and review portions of detailed specifications for the development of complex system components.
• Have knowledge of test-driven development.
• Be able to troubleshoot and resolve process inefficiencies (i.e. bugs) in the repository.

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• The Senior DevOps Engineer will perform software design typically across multiple components, mentor junior team members, and work with others to translate user/customer requests into solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle new modules relying on Azure, including ultron, digital safe, and feature environments.
• Manage infrastructure concepts in Azure, including network setup by security teams and required security constraints (application gateway, firewall, etc.).
• Utilize Azure DevOps, especially with pipelines, and migrate ADO classic UI releases into YAML format.
• Develop and maintain scripts using PowerShell.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform and YAML.
• Work with Microsoft Windows environments and middleware, including IIS and SQL Server.
• Optionally, have knowledge of containerization and API management.

Required Skills:

• Strong background in Azure.
• Proficiency in Azure DevOps and pipeline management.
• Scripting skills, particularly in PowerShell.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools, especially Terraform and YAML.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Windows environments and middleware (IIS, SQL Server).
• Optional: Knowledge of containerization and API management.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in a similar role.
• Ability to mentor junior team members.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

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BASIC FUNCTIONS:

• This position performs complex research, design, and software development assignments within a software functional area or product line, and provides direct input to project plans, schedules, and methodology in the development of cross-functional software products. This position performs software design — typically across multiple systems; mentors more-junior members of the team; and talks to users/customers and translates their requests into solutions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ years of Software Engineering experience
• BS Engineering/Computer Science or equivalent experience required

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• 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.
• Strong research skills.
• Strong knowledge in industry best practices in development.
• Knowledge in using and developing applicable tool sets.
• Ability to interface competently with other technical personnel or team members to finalize requirements.
• Ability to work well with internal and external technology resources.
• Knowledge of test-driven development.
• Ability to write and review portions of detailed specifications for the development of complex system components.
• Ability to complete complex bug fixes.
• Good oral and written communications skills.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Interface with other technical personnel or team members to finalize requirements.
• Write and review portions of detailed specifications for the development of complex system components.
• Complete complex bug fixes.
• Work closely with other development team members to understand complex product requirements and translate them into software designs.
• Successfully implement development processes, coding best practices, and code reviews.
• Operate in various development environments (Agile, Waterfall, etc.) while collaborating with key stakeholders.
• Resolve complex technical issues as necessary.
• Train entry-level software engineers as directed by department management, ensuring they are knowledgeable in critical aspects of their roles.
• Keep abreast of new technology developments.
• Design and work with complex data models.
• Mentor less-senior software developers on development methodologies and optimization techniques.
• All other duties as assigned.

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About the Role

• This position focuses on ensuring the quality and consistency of digital content across various online platforms. Responsibilities include editing and updating content and images within CMS platforms, maintaining brand guidelines, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve seamless content integration.

Responsibilities

• Editing and update digital content and images within CMS platforms, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Collaborating with marketing, design, and development teams to ensure seamless content integration.
• Maintaining and enforce brand guidelines across all digital content.
• Conducting quality checks to ensure content meets industry and company standards.
• Optimising content for SEO, accessibility, and user experience
• Monitoring content performance using analytics tools and provide insights for improvements.
• Staying current with industry trends and best practices in digital content management
• Assisting with content migration and updates during website redesigns or platform changes
• Ensuring thorough documentation for content management processes and guidelines

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in digital content editing and management.
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Display solid proficiency in using CMS platforms (e.g., WordPress, Drupal, Adobe Experience Manager)
• Have basic understanding of HTML and CSS for content formatting and troubleshooting.
• Experience with image editing software (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator) for basic image modifications.
• Have familiarity with SEO best practices to optimize content for search engines.
• Have understanding of web accessibility standards and ensuring content compliance.
• Have knowledge of analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to monitor and report on content performance.
• Demonstrate Proficient use of version control tools (e.g., Git) for content updates and collaboration.
• Have ability to work within brand guidelines and maintain content consistency.

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About the Role

• The Product Manager I will own a product feature and lead project execution. He/she will own the development plan and represent their feature within the PM team and will have an internal network across product domains. The individual will have a solid understanding of the customer and target market. He/she will represent the needs of the customer to the delivery team and will support and participate in the demo to key stakeholders at program milestones.
• At RELX, we are committed to advancing gender diversity within the technology sector and supporting greater representation of women in tech. To further this commitment, RELX has implemented the following initiatives:
• Women in Technology (WiT) Mentoring Program: This program is tailored to enhance career development for female talent in tech roles across all our businesses.
• Women’s Network Forum: We offer dedicated forums that foster community, mentorship, and professional growth for women.
• Inspiring Future Talent: We actively engage with schools, hosting events to inspire young females to consider and pursue careers in technology.

Responsibilities: 
Customer Focus

• Interacts frequently with customers, and generates customer requirements.
• Anticipates customer needs and prioritizes those for the organization.
• Analyzes and interprets what is happening in the market, driven by the latest news/incidents, particularly competitive announcements and events.
• Predicts short term market changes and implications on the product.
• Continuously aims to meet customer expectations without compromising the commercial viability of the product.

Data-Driven Decision-Making & Analysis

• Actively gathers data from multiple sources (customer, market analysis, sales and revenue, etc.) to drive solutions to business problems and issues of consequence to the company.
• Demonstrates the ability to make trade off decisions between potential product capabilities.
• Evaluates product hypotheses in a quantitative manner, including AB testing for interactive products.
• Generates new ideas by analyzing product data for insights.

Go to Market & Product Marketing Lifecycle

• Supports the go to market strategy with good communication of customer requirements and timelines to stakeholders.
• Assists on launch plans through coordinated development with external customer facing teams such as marketing and sales.
• Answers sales and customer questions regarding feature function, pricing, packaging, value proposition and competition.
• Offers Train-the-Trainer sessions in support of operations for market rollout.
• Assists on collateral for sales demonstrations and customer events.
• Outlines key milestones, outcomes and deliverables during go-to-market and product strategy planning.

Product Delivery & Development Lifecycle

• Solves customer issues with product features that achieve business goals and metrics.
• Has a deep understanding of his/her feature area and develops prototypes.
• Participates in product discovery, according to defined process, for new product development.
• Manages portions of the product lifecycle.
• Is familiar with SDLCs as identified by management e.g. agile processes.

Strategy & Commercial Acumen

• Determines strategic product vision and priorities for a feature area, and shapes/champions future product direction.
• Independently uses information derived from competitive analysis to drive product direction and strategy.
• Understands, formulates and budgets the operating costs required to deliver the revenues.
• Creates product development plans including opportunity assessment and business case.

Technical Skills

• Considers high-level technical approaches to use when prioritizing functionality.
• Is proficient in various technologies to assist day-to-day tasks (Excel, Balsamiq, Tableau, Python, SQL, etc.)
• Has a firm grasp of data and technical architecture principles and best practices.

Core Competencies:

• Practices Self-Development
• Solves Problems and Analyzes Issues
• Innovates
• Interpersonal Skills
• Collaboration and Teamwork
• Builds Relationships
• Develops Others
• Focus On Results

Requirements:

• Suggested Minimum Years of PM Experience: 3-5 years
• Recognized as full owner of a product or multiple features
• Identified, led and released changes or enhancements that improved customer in satisfaction and/or commercial impact.
• Demonstration of thorough product development knowledge, include the ability to develop related business cases, content and product plans.
• Successful participation in customer engagements.
• Education to Qualify: Bachelors or Masters degree in a technical subject (Computer Science or Engineering discipline) is preferred, but not essential.