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Senior Software Engineer

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Thomson Reuters logoThomson Reuters · Sri Lanka, Colombo
Full-timeHybrid2d ago
AgileCI/CDDockerJavaMicroservicesScala
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In this opportunity as a Senior Software Engineer , you will: Partner with business and technology stakeholders to design scalable, resilient, and high-performing software solutions with strong product and domain understanding Contribute to the technical design and hands-on implementation of key initiatives, working closely with product owners, architects, and engineering teams Drive engineering excellence through high-quality code contributions, thorough code reviews, robust testing strategies, and continuous improvement practices Apply and promote industry best practices, coding standards, and development processes across projects Mentor and support junior engineers through knowledge sharing, technical guidance, and constructive feedback Collaborate with the team to deliver high-quality software solutions, support sound technical decisions, and ensure timely execution of project milestones Participate in Agile ceremonies and planning sessions with Product Owners and engineering teams to align priorities, technical feasibility, and delivery goals Identify technical risks, contribute mitigation strategies, and help resolve complex engineering challenges Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation, and operational excellence within the team. About You You're fit for the role of Senior Software Engineer if your background includes: Bachelor's degree in computer science or computer engineering 3+ years of hands-on software development experience with a strong track record of delivering scalable and reliable software solutions Proven experience contributing to the design and delivery of complex software projects and distributed systems Strong software engineering skills with the ability to work independently, collaborate effectively, and contribute to technical decision-making Advanced proficiency in JVM-based languages such as Java and Scala Interest in working with Scala and willingness to explore functional programming paradigms Deep understanding of software design patterns, architectural principles, and system design best practices Hands-on experience with microservices architecture and containerization technologies such as Docker Strong expertise in relational database management systems Good understanding of enterprise architecture concepts including scalability, system integration, security, reliability, and testing strategies Proficiency with Agile methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, and version control systems Strong commitment to writing clean, maintainable, testable, and well-documented code Experience implementing automated testing and quality assurance practices across the development lifecycle Ability to quickly learn, adapt, and work effectively in changing technologies, business needs, and priorities Agile mindset with the flexibility to manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams and organizational levels. #LI-BD1 What's in it For You? Hybrid Work Model: We've adopted a flexible hybrid working environment (2-3 days a week in the office depending on the role) for our office-based roles while delivering a seamless experience that is digitally and physically connected. Flexibility & Work-Life Balance: Flex My Way is a set of supportive workplace policies designed to help manage personal and professional responsibilities, whether caring for family, giving back to the community, or finding time to refresh and reset. This builds upon our flexible work arrangements, including work from anywhere for up to 8 weeks per year, empowering employees to achieve a better work-life balance. Career Development and Growth: By fostering a culture of continuous learning and skill development, we prepare our talent to tackle tomorrow's challenges and deliver real-world solutions. Our Grow My Way programming and skills-first approach ensures you have the tools and knowledge to grow, lead, and thrive in an AI-enabled future. Industry Competitive Benefits: We offer comprehensive benefit plans to include flexible vacation, two company-wide Mental Health Days off, access to the Headspace app, retirement savings, tuition reimbursement, employee incentive programs, and resources for mental, physical,

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Senior Software Engineer: As a Senior Software Engineer at Thomson Reuters , you will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, deploying, maintaining, and improving software systems and applications for our global customers. You will work closely with a team of talented engineers to build and deliver high-quality products on a scale. We are looking for motivated individuals who thrive on solving complex problems, enjoy collaborating with others, have strong communication skills, and are eager to learn and apply new technologies. If you love writing code and are interested in building large-scale distributed systems, we would like to speak with you!


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