Back-end Engineer (Bokun) – TripAdvisor

Join Bokun, a Tripadvisor company, and help transform the tours and activities industry. Our booking management software helps travel operators worldwide increase their bookings and simplify operations. As part of our team, you’ll help develop solutions that improve how businesses in the travel sector operate and grow.

We are looking for a motivated and innovative Back-end Engineer to join our team in Reykjavik, Iceland. This is a fantastic opportunity to create impactful, user-friendly interfaces that will help shape the future of travel technology.

Strong proficiency in Java

Good eye for design

Strong communication and teamwork abilities

Tackle Real-World Challenges: Dive deep into addressing real challenges faced by tour operators to make a meaningful impact on the global travel industry.

Code with Purpose: Write and implement code on a daily basis, turning innovative ideas into functional solutions that drive our platform forward.

Bridge the Gap: Work closely with product managers and designers to bring ideas to life. Collaborate on feature specifications and provide technical insights, ensuring seamless integration of design and functionality.

Embrace Agility: Thrive in a fast-paced environment where your contributions quickly translate into visible results and improvements.

Shape Our Future: Contribute to shaping and implementing our product roadmap, guiding the direction of our technology and services.

Collaborate with the Best: Join a group of highly skilled engineers, where you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate, brainstorm, and refine ideas with top talent in the field. More than half of our engineers have been with Bokun for 5+ years.

Focus on What Matters: Spend less time on boilerplate tasks and unnecessary meetings. Instead, dedicate your energy to problem-solving and creating meaningful solutions that enhance our product and delight our customers.

Backend

• Java
• MySQL
• OpenSearch
• Redis
• Amazon SQS

Frontend

• TypeScript
• React
• Tailwind CSS
• TanStack Query & Router
• Next.js (booking management UI)
• React Native (operator app)

Don’t worry if you’re not familiar with every technology we’re committed to helping you learn and grow!

Why Bokun?

• Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary and performance-based bonuses
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours and remote work options
• Career Growth: Continuous learning opportunities and clear paths for advancement
• Global Impact: Your work will be used by millions of travelers and businesses worldwide
• Innovative Environment: Be part of a team that’s pushing the boundaries of travel tech

Perks

• Nice office in central Reykjavik
• Delicious daily lunch provided
• Top-notch coffee and snacks to fuel your creativity
• Convenient indoor car parking
• On-site gym with a hot tub (World Class)
• Lifestyle and wellness benefits
• Regular team events and activities

Application process

• Initial call (30 minutes): Connect with our recruiter to learn more about the role and share your background.
• Technical screening (45 minutes): Interview to assess your technical expertise, provide insight into our work, and gauge your interest in advancing further.
• Coding assignment: Solve a simple coding assignment at your own pace.
• On-site interviews (around 3 hours total): Meet the team, tour the office, and engage in technical discussions, job-relevant coding exercises, and cultural fit conversations with team members.

If you’re excited about creating innovative solutions that impact millions of travelers and businesses globally, we want to hear from you!

If you need a reasonable accommodation or support during the application or the recruiting process due to a medical condition or disability, please reach out to your individual recruiter or send an email toAccessibleRecruiting@Tripadvisor.comand let us know the nature of your request. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

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