Posted 10 days ago
Senior Software Engineer
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Design, develop, and maintain scalable cloud-based applications for the Cloud Library platform, providing technical leadership and collaborating across engineering, product, and operations teams.
About this role
Together we make breakthroughs possible.
At OCLC, we build technology with a purpose: to connect libraries and make knowledge accessible worldwide, because we believe that what is known must be shared. Our teams work with complex global datasets, AI and machine learning, hybrid cloud solutions, and other technologies that connect people and organizations to the information they need. We value the power of unique perspectives and experiences to unlock innovation. At OCLC, your ideas matter, whether you have two years of experience or 20. You’ll learn, create, and problem-solve with technologists, product developers, librarians, researchers, marketing pros, and support teams around the world.
Why join OCLC?
OCLC is consistently recognized as a best place to work by several independent programs. We recognize and reward people and results with a comprehensive Total Rewards package. This means competitive compensation that reflects your unique contributions—performance, experience, and skills—along with exceptional benefits, including best-in-class health coverage, retirement plans with generous company contributions, and a commitment to your overall well-being.
Tuition reimbursement and Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
Paid parental leave and adoption assistance
Fitness facility reimbursement benefit
Join us in transforming how people everywhere access information and be part of a mission-driven team that makes a global impact.
The job details are as follows:
OCLC's Cloud Library team is seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to design, develop, and support scalable cloud-based applications that serve libraries and their users around the world. This role requires a strong technical foundation, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to contribute across the software development lifecycle—from architecture and design through implementation, testing, deployment, and production support.The ideal candidate is a full-stack engineer who thrives in a cloud-native environment, enjoys solving complex technical challenges, and can provide technical leadership while partnering closely with product, engineering, and operations teams.
Full-Stack development experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
Software Design & Development
Design, develop, test, deploy, andmaintaincomplex software solutions within the Cloud Library platform.
Build high-quality, scalable, secure, and maintainable applications across front-end and back-end systems.
Develop and enhance cloud-native services and APIs supporting business-critical applications.
Participate in all phases of software development, includingrequirementsanalysis, architecture, coding, testing, deployment, and support.
Contribute to modernization initiatives and continuous improvement of systems and processes.
Technical Leadership
Provide technicalexpertiseand guidance to engineering team members.
Participate in architecture discussions and technical design reviews.
Mentor junior and mid-level engineers through collaboration, code reviews, and knowledge sharing.
Promote engineering best practices, design patterns, and coding standards.
Helpidentifytechnical debt and recommend strategic improvements.
Quality & Operational Excellence
Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to quality, security, and performance standards.
Support CI/CD processes and DevOps practices to enable reliable software delivery.
Troubleshoot and resolve production issues whileparticipatingin operational support activities.
Participate in monitoring, observability, and incident response efforts.
Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of businessobjectives.
Current Technology Stack(Candidates are not expected to have experience with every technology listed below. We recognize that strong engineers bring transferable skills and may haveexpertisein related technologies. Experience with a subset of these technologies, combined with a willingness to learn, is welcomed.)
Front-end: [React / Angular / Vue / TypeScript / JavaScript — confirm stack]
Back-end: [Java / .NET / Node.js / Python / Go — confirm stack]
APIs: RESTful services, integration patterns, and service-oriented architecture
Databases: [PostgreSQL / SQL Server / MySQL / MongoDB / DynamoDB — confirm stack]
Cloud: [AWS / Azure / Google Cloud — confirm platform]
DevOps: CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, monitoring, and production support
Tools: Git, Jira, build pipelines, code review tools, and observability platforms
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline, and/or equivalent professional experience.
5+ years of professional software development experience.
Strong experience developing scalable web applications and distributed systems.
Experience working with cloud platforms, preferably Microsoft Azure.
Experience designing and consuming RESTful APIs and microservices.
Strongproficiencyin one or more modern programming languages such as Java, C#, JavaScript, TypeScript, or Node.js.
Experience working with relational database technologies.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Preferred
Experience with cloud-native application architecture and distributed systems.
Experience supportinghighly available, customer-facing SaaS applications.
Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
Experience with modern front-end frameworks such as React or Angular.
Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments.
ExperienceleveragingAI-assisted development tools to improve engineering productivity and code quality.
Working Conditions
Normal office environment with hybrid work flexibility as applicable.
ADA/EAA Statement
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skillsrequired. Reasonableaccommodationmay bemadeto enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Specific circumstances may require employees to perform a different combination of duties consistent with business needs.
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