Senior Software Engineer

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 AWS 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, and   maintain   full-stack  web applications using Node.js and TypeScript on the backend and Svelte on the frontend.   Build high-performance, system-level services and tools using   Rust  where reliability and speed are critical   Contribute to   React Native  mobile features and collaborate with mobile-focused engineers when needed   Design, develop, and administer   PostgreSQL  databases, including schema design, query optimization, indexing strategies, and routine maintenance   Manage and   maintain   Unix/Linux  server environments, including scripting, process management, and system configuration   Deploy, manage, and scale containerized applications using   Kubernetes   Work with   AWS services , including   ECS  for container orchestration and   S3  for object storage and static asset management   Participate in code reviews, architectural discussions, and techni cal   documentation   Identify   and resolve performance bottlenecks, bugs, and security vulnerabilities across the stack   Collaborate with cross-functional teams using agile methodologies   Technical Leadership   Provide technical   expertise   and 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.   Help   identify   technical 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 while   participating   in operational support activities.   Participate in monitoring, observability, and incident response efforts.   Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of business   objectives .   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 have   expertise   in 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.   Strong   proficiency   in 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 comm