Software Development Engineer II (Backend)

TL;DR

Software Development Engineer II (Backend): Designing, developing, and maintaining high-throughput, low-latency distributed backend services for optimal pricing solutions at scale with an accent on system design, API design, and data modeling for scalable microservices. Focus on optimizing microservices for low-latency, high-throughput processing and safely integrating AI/ML-enabled solutions.

Location: Must be based in London, United Kingdom

Company

hirify.global brands power global travel for everyone, everywhere by designing cutting-edge tech to make travel smoother and more memorable, and create groundbreaking solutions for partners.

What you will do

• Design, develop, and maintain high-throughput, low-latency distributed backend services that deliver efficient, optimal pricing solutions at scale.
• Implement robust caching mechanisms to enhance application performance, reduce latency, and optimize resource utilization.
• Participate in system design, API design, and data modeling for scalable, reliable microservices.
• Contribute to technical documentation, detailed code reviews, and architecture discussions to ensure high-quality solutions.
• Analyze complex problems, break them down into manageable milestones, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver sustainable solutions.
• Safely integrate and operate AI/ML-enabled solutions that improve outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical field; or equivalent related professional experience.
• 2+ years of relevant professional experience.
• Hands-on experience in backend software development using Java, Scala, Kotlin, or similar languages, and building scalable distributed systems and services.
• Practical knowledge of caching technologies and experience with relational and NoSQL databases, API patterns, and service-oriented architectures.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to technical reviews, maintain high coding standards, and thrive in Agile, collaborative team environments.
• Experience designing and operating distributed, event-driven systems using Kafka Streams, AWS Kinesis, or similar frameworks.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with AWS cloud infrastructure, auto-scaling, blue-green deployments, and building/maintaining SLAs, SLOs, and SLIs.
• Strong commitment to test-driven development, proactive monitoring, and operational excellence in production environments.
• Demonstrated proficiency in safely integrating AI/ML-enabled solutions within backend systems and leveraging AI-driven tools or workflows to enhance real-world product outcomes.

Culture & Benefits

• Full benefits package, including exciting travel perks and generous time-off.
• Parental leave and flexible work model.
• Career development resources to fuel passion for travel and ensure a rewarding career journey.
• Open culture where everyone belongs, differences are celebrated.
• Be recognized for award-winning culture.