Software Development Engineer III (Java/Kotlin, AI)

TL;DR

Software Development Engineer III (Java/Kotlin, AI): Designing and implementing scalable, robust, and maintainable backend systems and services for an offers domain team with an accent on reliability, performance, and API design. Focus on building high-performance, highly available services in cloud environments and safely integrating AI/ML-enabled solutions to improve outcomes.

Location: United Kingdom - London (Hybrid)

Company

hirify.global brands power global travel for everyone, everywhere, designing cutting-edge tech and creating groundbreaking solutions for partners.

What you will do

• Design and implement scalable, robust, and maintainable systems and services with a focus on reliability and performance.
• Develop complex application logic, APIs, and data models aligned to business goals and engineering practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, full-stack solutions.
• Lead technical efforts in system architecture, code reviews, and establishing engineering standards.
• Safely integrate and operate AI/ML-enabled solutions that improve outcomes.
• Proactively identify, diagnose, and resolve production issues, continuously improving system health and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 5+ years of relevant professional experience with strong software engineering fundamentals (Java/Kotlin, JVM stack, system design, distributed systems).
• Experience building and operating high-performance, highly available backend services in public/hybrid cloud environments (preferably AWS), and demonstrated experience leading engineering efforts for services operating at scale.
• Strong proficiency in system design, API design, and data modeling.
• Experience using modern AI assisted development tools as part of daily workflow, beyond simple code autocompletion.
• Ability to participate in on-call rotations, including nights, weekends, and bank holidays.

Nice to have

• Experience with container technologies (such as Kubernetes) and CI/CD tools or processes.
• Expertise in architecting end-to-end solutions integrating multiple systems or domains.
• Strong focus on operational excellence, including monitoring, automation, and incident response.
• Data-driven approach to problem solving and technical decision making, including leveraging AI/ML insights where appropriate.
• Deep knowledge of safely integrating AI/ML features into production systems and optimizing their impact at scale.

Culture & Benefits

• Full benefits package including exciting travel perks and generous time-off.
• Parental leave and a flexible work model.
• Career development resources and an open culture where everyone belongs.
• Recognized as a Best Place to Work on Glassdoor in 2024.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce.