Software Engineer

As a Software Engineer at Ex Libris, your primary responsibilities include developing infrastructure components that are essential for various functionalities across the company, collaborating with other teams in integrating these components, and addressing bugs alongside performance and stability maintenance.

To apply for the Software Engineer role at Ex Libris, candidates should have a B.A. in Computer Sciences or Software Engineering, familiarity with Java (0-2 years of experience), knowledge of Angular, and a strong grasp of web applications and APIs.

While familiarity with Java and Angular is key for the Software Engineer position at Ex Libris, knowledge of other frontend technologies like Vue or React, along with a strong attention to UX details, will greatly enhance your application.

The work environment for Software Engineers at Ex Libris is collaborative and family-friendly, situated in a hybrid model that allows for a balance between in-office and remote work, fostering both professional growth and personal wellbeing.

At Ex Libris, we pride ourselves on a warm, family-like culture that encourages innovation, teamwork, and employee satisfaction, making it a great place for Software Engineers to thrive and contribute to the future of education technology.

In your response, highlight specific projects where you used Java, mentioning any challenges you faced and how you overcame them, as well as the results of your work, particularly in relation to web applications.

When answering, provide details about the projects where you utilized Angular, discussing specific features you developed and how they improved the overall user experience, emphasizing your role in the project.

Explore your systematic approach to debugging, perhaps referencing tools or techniques you employ, and share a specific example demonstrating your problem-solving capabilities and the impact of your solution.

Discuss your experience working in Agile environments, specifying the methodologies you’ve used (like Scrum or Kanban), your role within those teams, and any valuable lessons learned that could benefit your team at Ex Libris.

Outline your process for considering UX during development, potentially citing user feedback you’ve integrated, design principles you follow, and how you balance usability with functionality in software projects.

Select a project where you played a significant role, detailing its goals, your contributions, the challenges you faced, and the outcomes, emphasizing your technical skills and collaborative efforts.

Mention any resources you follow, such as blogs, podcasts, or online communities, and share how you've applied new knowledge or techniques in your work to enhance your skills relevant to the Software Engineer role.

Discuss specific web applications you’ve developed or contributed to, detailing your understanding of APIs, including how you designed them, used them effectively, and addressed challenges along the way.

Explain your time management strategies, highlighting tools or methods you use to prioritize effectively and how you communicate with your team regarding task progress and deadlines.

Articulate your enthusiasm for Ex Libris by mentioning specific aspects of the company's mission, culture, and innovative projects that inspire you, connecting your career goals with their objectives.