Senior Software Engineer

• Java

About Pagero

• Pagero is part of Thomson Reuters' expansion, offering a great platform and the latest technologies.

We're looking for a Senior Software Engineer:

• Java to join one of our teams in Sri Lanka.

About the Role

In this opportunity as a Senior Software Engineer, you will:

• Design and develop new services and infrastructure
• Maintain our existing flagship cloud service product Pagero Online, which handles millions of transactions annually
• Build strong relationships with the product management/development team
• Plan and estimate technical design, development, deployment, and delivery tasks
• Develop functionality based on directions and requirement specifications
• Demonstrate completed functionality through sprint reviews as per the Definition of Done (DoD)
• Ensure testable code is produced and practice test-driven development
• Take overall responsibility and ownership of the individual deliverables
• Be a self-motivated leader who is results-driven and a technology enthusiast

Responsibilities

• Design and develop new services and infrastructure
• Maintain the Pagero Online cloud service product
• Build relationships with product management and development teams
• Plan and estimate technical tasks
• Develop functionality based on specifications
• Demonstrate completed work through sprint reviews
• Produce testable code and practice test-driven development
• Take ownership of deliverables

Qualifications

You're a fit for the role of Senior Software Engineer if your background includes:

• A degree in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent technical/professional qualification
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in designing and developing enterprise-level business applications using Java-related technologies
• Proficiency in JVM-based languages, including Java and Scala
• Willingness to work with the functional programming language Scala
• Extensive knowledge of back-end systems and services development
• Good understanding of microservices and Docker
• Knowledge of relational databases and SQL
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Very good knowledge of OOP concepts and design patterns
• Very good understanding of software engineering best practices
• Proficient experience in CICD, code reviews, design reviews, code coverage, unit testing, and test automation
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English
• Good understanding of agile software development practices
• High attention to detail, self-organized and a methodical approach to work
• Self-driven and innovative mindset
• Curious and eager to learn about new trends and techniques
• Excellent communication skills and enjoys teamwork

What We Offer

• Flexible working environment
• Hybrid work model (2-3 days a week in the office depending on the role)
• Opportunity to travel overseas and work alongside brilliant minds
• Attractive remuneration package
• Work from anywhere for up to 8 weeks per year
• Comprehensive benefit plans including flexible vacation, two company-wide Mental Health Days off, access to the Headspace app, retirement savings, and tuition reimbursement
• Recreation zone and gym facilities
• Employee incentive programs and resources for mental, physical, and financial wellbeing
• Career development and growth opportunities through continuous learning and skill development programs
• Two paid volunteer days off annually
• Access to pro-bono consulting projects and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives

Job Details

• Position Type: Full-time employment
• Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka
• Working Mode: Hybrid
• Start Date: By agreement
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About Thomson Reuters

Thomson Reuters informs the way forward by bringing together the trusted content and technology that people and organizations need to make the right decisions. We serve professionals across legal, tax, accounting, compliance, government, and media. Our products combine highly specialized software and insights to empower professionals with the data, intelligence, and solutions needed to make informed decisions.

We are powered by the talents of 26,000 employees across more than 70 countries, where everyone has a chance to contribute and grow professionally in flexible work environments. We're not riding the AI wave — we're reshaping the future of professional work across law, tax, compliance, and journalism.

Our Culture & Values

• Obsess over our Customers
• Compete to Win
• Challenge (Y)our Thinking
• Act Fast / Learn Fast
• Stronger Together

We are globally recognized for our award-winning reputation for inclusion and belonging, flexibility, and work-life balance.

Equal Opportunity

Thomson Reuters is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer providing a drug-free workplace. We seek talented, qualified employees in all our operations around the world regardless of race, color, sex/gender, including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law.