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Full Stack Software Engineer II

AT Booking.com
Booking.com

Full Stack Software Engineer II

Amsterdam, Netherlands

At Booking.com, data drives our decisions. Technology is at our core. And innovation is everywhere. But our company is more than datasets, lines of code or A/B tests. We're the thrill of the first night in a new place. The excitement of the next morning. The friends you make. The journeys you take. The sights you see. And the food you sample. Through our products, partners and people, we can empower everyone to experience the world.

We're a truly global e-commerce company, with business operations in nearly every country and city on the planet. And we want to make it easy for everyone, anywhere in the world, to pay for their travel or do business with our platform - whenever and however it's convenient for them.

Do you want to work on a software that impacts millions of customers around the world, solving some of the world's most sophisticated ecommerce challenges? We are looking for talented Full-Stack Engineers to join our Amsterdam HQ.

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We are looking for Full-Stack Engineers across multiple teams in our Business Units; Marketplace, ABU and Trips.

More information on the different teams and business units can be found here.

Key Job Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Design and implement end-to-end product features in collaboration with UX Designers, Data scientists, and other Developers.
  • Evaluating customer needs and coming up with ideal solutions for it, assessing different languages (Perl, Java, Javascript, Python, etc), architecture and risks.
  • Rapidly developing next-generation scalable, flexible, and high-performance systems, with end-to-end ownership by monitoring and adjusting SLIs and SLOs.
  • Continuously learn and apply modern development methodologies and tools
  • Deploy and maintain software in production
  • Proactively propose improvement ideas to reduce technical debt and increase business impact of your team

Role Qualifications and Requirements:

  • 5+ years of experience in a relevant role, preferably in a commercial environment
  • 3+ years of software development experience working with at least one server-side programming language (Perl, Java, Python, Scala, C++, etc), Javascript, HTML, CSS and one of the modern frameworks (React,Vue, Angular etc.) using modern tools and methodologies.
  • Expert understanding of core front end web technologies (Javascript, HTML, CSS)Demonstrable experience with MySQL and PostgreSQL or similar relational databases
  • Experience with Docker and Kubernetes is a plus.
  • Understanding of modern front end architecture principles and design practices: micro frontend architecture, SSR, SPA, responsive design, progressive enhancement, graceful degradation
  • Knowledge of GraphQL is a plusAbility to write high-performance, reusable code
  • Writing unit and integration tests for the codeExperience with data-driven product development: analytics, A/B testing, etcExcellent English communication skills, both written and verbal

Benefits & Perks: Global Impact, Personal Relevance:

  • Annual paid time off and generous paid leave scheme including: parental (22-weeks paid leave), grandparent, bereavement, and care leave
  • Hybrid working including flexible working arrangements, working from home furniture and ergonomic support, and up to 20 days per year working from abroad (home country)
  • A beautiful sustainable HQ Campus in Amsterdam, that offers on-site meals, coffee, and snacks, multi-faith and breastfeeding rooms at the office*
  • Commuting allowance and bike reimbursement scheme
  • Discounts & Wallet credits to spend on our products, upgrade to Booking.com Genius Level 3, and friends & family Booking.com discount vouchers
  • Free access to online learning platforms, development and mentorship programs
  • Global Employee Assistance Program, free Headspace membership

#ThinkInclusion: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Booking.com

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) have been a core part of our company culture since day one. This ongoing journey starts with our very own employees, who represent over 140 nationalities and a wide range of ethnic and social backgrounds, genders and sexual orientations. Take it from our Chief People Officer, Paulo Pisano: "At Booking.com, the diversity of our people doesn't just create a unique workplace, it also creates a better and more inclusive travel experience for everyone.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable adjustments to participate in the interview process. Please contact us to request adjustments

Career Development Opportunities:

  • Bi-annual performance conversations, company-wide mentoring program, and internal development opportunities
  • Unlimited access to online learning platforms: Udemy, Coursera, LinkedIn learning, O'reilly
  • Technical, behavioral and interpersonal competence advancement via on-the-job opportunities, experimental projects, hackathons, conferences and active community participationCompetitive compensation and benefits package and some great added perks of working in the home city of Booking.com

Key Skills

Java

Javascript

React

Node.js

Typescript

HTML

CSS

Python

Pre-Employment Screening

If your application is successful, your personal data may be used for a pre-employment screening check by a third party as permitted by applicable law. Depending on the vacancy and applicable law, a pre-employment screening may include employment history, education and other information (such as media information) that may be necessary for determining your qualifications and suitability for the position.

Client-provided location(s): Amsterdam, Netherlands
Job ID: booking-13402
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • Dental Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Family Support Resources
    • Return-to-Work Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Pension
    • Company Equity
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Stock Purchase Program
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Professional Coaching
    • Shadowing Opportunities
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Unconscious Bias Training