Key Job Responsibilities and Duties
- Lead and manage a team of engineers in a fast-paced and complex environment.
- Own the architecture across the team and drive architectural alignment.
- Define, shape and deliver the technical roadmap.
- Inspire and motivate a global and cross-functional team.
- Lead by example by taking ownership, being proactive and collaborating.
- Ensure operational excellence and own technical incident management.
Role Qualifications and Requirements
- 2+ years leading and managing a team of 3-6 software developers, ensuring their professional development and effectiveness.
- At least 5 years of hands-on experience in software development.
- Experience with Java, Scala or Kotlin as a server side programming language.
- Demonstrated experience with technologies such as Kubernetes, Docker, MySQL and Redis.
- Relevant experience working on high-scale distributed systems that impact a large customer base.
- BSc or MSc or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field, or equal industry experience.
- Experience in leading cross functional teams and development of AI/ML products. Advantage.
Booking.com’s Total Rewards Philosophy is not only about compensation but also about benefits. Our Total Rewards strive to make it easier for you to experience all that life has to offer on your terms so that you can focus on what really matters. We offer competitive compensation as well as thoughtful, valuable, and even fun benefits which include:
- Headquarters located in one of the most dynamic and cosmopolitan cities in Europe: Amsterdam.
- Contribute to a high scale, sophisticated, world-class product and see the real time impact of your work on millions of travelers worldwide.
- Be part of a truly international fast paced environment and performance driven culture.
- Performance-based company that offers career advancement, and lucrative compensation, including bonuses and stock potential.
- Discount on Booking.com accommodations with the “Booking Deal” including other perks and benefits.
- Company-sponsored family and social activities to help our employees become integrated with each other and the company's culture.
- Diverse and creative colleagues from every corner of the world.
- Health, life, and disability insurance*
- Annual paid time off and generous paid leave scheme including: parent, grandparent, bereavement, and care leave.
- Hybrid working including flexible working arrangements, and up to 20 days per year working from abroad (home country).
- Industry leading product discounts for yourself, friends, and family, including automatic Genius Level 3 status and quarterly Booking.com wallet credit.
- Free access to online learning platforms, development and mentorship programs, and a complimentary Headspace membership
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.
