Frontend Software Engineer

World's leading travel search engine, part of Booking Holdings, operating global metasearch brands including momondo, Cheapflights and HotelsCombined.
Frontend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
Hybrid
3+ years of experience
Travel

Description For Frontend Software Engineer

KAYAK, the world's leading travel search engine and part of Booking Holdings, is seeking a Frontend Software Engineer to join their innovative team in Berlin. This role offers an exciting opportunity to impact millions of travelers through the development of compelling user experiences. As part of KAYAK's engineering team, you'll work on a portfolio of global metasearch brands including momondo, Cheapflights, and HotelsCombined.

The position requires a mix of technical expertise in React, TypeScript, and web development, combined with a passion for travel and innovation. You'll have the chance to participate in Hack Weeks, develop new features, and work with cutting-edge travel technology. The role offers significant autonomy in making architectural decisions and building prototypes while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

KAYAK offers an impressive benefits package, including flexible work arrangements with 20 remote work days annually, comprehensive mental health support, generous vacation time, and professional development opportunities. The Berlin office, located in Friedrichshain, provides an energetic environment with regular social events, free lunches, and various lifestyle perks.

The company strongly values diversity and inclusion, fostering an environment where different perspectives drive innovation. This hybrid role requires at least 3 days in the Berlin office, making it perfect for someone who appreciates both collaborative office culture and flexibility. If you're passionate about travel, technology, and creating impactful user experiences, this role offers an excellent opportunity to grow your career with a leading travel technology company.

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Responsibilities For Frontend Software Engineer

  • Work on product features used by millions of people
  • Have end-to-end ownership of the UI, including testing, monitoring and troubleshooting
  • Make architectural decisions and build prototypes
  • Review and scope feature requests
  • Drive technical debt reduction, oversee code quality, and pair with other developers

Requirements For Frontend Software Engineer

React
TypeScript
Java
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in a quantitative/technical field
  • 3+ years of experience in web application development
  • Proficiency in React, Typescript, CSS, and HTML
  • Experience in writing unit, integration and E2E tests

Benefits For Frontend Software Engineer

Mental Health Assistance
Parental Leave
Education Budget
Commuter Benefits
  • Work from anywhere for up to 20 days per year
  • Company-paid therapy sessions through SpringHealth
  • Company-paid subscription to HeadSpace
  • Company-wide week off a year
  • No meeting Fridays
  • Paid parental leave
  • Generous paid vacation + time off for birthday
  • Paid volunteer time
  • Development Dollars
  • Leadership development
  • Access to thousand of on-demand e-learnings
  • Travel Discounts
  • 6 weeks paid vacation
  • Free lunch 2 days per week
  • Pension plan contributions
  • Public transportation subsidies
  • Bike leasing program
  • Monthly social events, massages, Thursday happy hours, sports teams

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