Senior Software Engineer I

RELX•Raleigh, NC

22h

About The Position

This position will help design, develop, and maintain the company’s next-generation CMS framework. The engineer will build and connect reusable components in Next.js based on Figma or wireframe designs, configure and model content structures in Sanity CMS, and apply AI tools throughout the development lifecycle for efficiency and innovation. The ideal candidate is highly experienced, self-driven, and fluent in integrating AI into daily workflows.

Requirements

5–6 years of professional software engineering experience, focused on front-end or full-stack web development.
BS in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
Demonstrated proficiency in Next.js / React, JavaScript / TypeScript, and modern web development practices.
Proven experience building and configuring Sanity CMS or other headless CMS platforms.
Demonstrated, consistent use of AI tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, or similar) in software design, coding, debugging, and optimization.
Strong problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills.
Advanced knowledge of Next.js, React, HTML, CSS, and responsive design principles.
Experience interpreting Figma or other design files into scalable, accessible components.
Strong understanding of headless CMS concepts, content modeling, and API integration (REST / GraphQL / GROQ).
Familiarity with Node.js, CI/CD pipelines, and Agile development.
Experience deploying to Vercel, Azure, AWS, or comparable cloud platforms.
Working knowledge of web performance, SEO, and accessibility best practices.
Routine use of AI-assisted development for coding, testing, documentation, and workflow automation.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain front-end components and CMS integrations in Next.js / Sanity.
Translate Figma designs and wireframes into performant, maintainable code.
Design and implement Sanity schemas, data models, and workflows.
Support migration from legacy CMS platforms using automation and AI-assisted methods.
Prototype and implement AI-driven site features (e.g., intelligent search, personalization).
Participate in code reviews, ensure code quality, and share best practices for AI-augmented development.
Mentor junior engineers in front-end and AI-enhanced workflows.
Integrates AI into every stage of development — design, build, debug, document, and ideate.
Thrives in innovation-oriented environments and brings forward creative, data-driven ideas.
Excited to help build from a blank slate and shape CMS best practices for the organization.
Communicates clearly across technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Benefits

We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organization.
We offer an appealing working prospect for our people.
With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.
Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive
We know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career.
Health Benefits: Comprehensive, multi-carrier program for medical, dental and vision benefits
Retirement Benefits: 401(k) with match and an Employee Share Purchase Plan
Wellbeing: Wellness platform with incentives, Headspace app subscription, Employee Assistance and Time-off Programs
Short-and-Long Term Disability, Life and Accidental Death Insurance, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
Family Benefits, including bonding and family care leaves, adoption and surrogacy benefits
Health Savings, Health Care, Dependent Care and Commuter Spending Accounts
Up to two days of paid leave each to participate in Employee Resource Groups and to volunteer with your charity of choice