Software Development Engineer I (Backend)

TL;DR

Software Development Engineer I (Backend): Building and optimizing high-throughput, low-latency backend services and APIs for a global travel platform with an accent on availability, performance, and resilience. Focus on writing clean, maintainable, and well-tested code, contributing to scalability improvements, and collaborating within an Agile team.

Location: United Kingdom - London (flexible work model)

Company

hirify.global is a global travel technology company powering travel for everyone, everywhere with cutting-edge tech solutions for partners.

What you will do

• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code using Kotlin and Java.
• Work primarily on backend services, APIs, and data flows, with opportunities to contribute to frontend web applications.
• Collaborate within an Agile team across all phases of development, from requirements to deployment and production support.
• Participate in code reviews, learning good engineering practices, and contributing to technical discussions.
• Help improve systems for scalability, performance, observability, and fault tolerance.
• Partner with product and business stakeholders to build solutions that solve customer problems at scale.

Requirements

• 0–2 years of industry experience in software development (including internships, placements, or significant personal projects).
• Strong problem-solving skills and solid coding fundamentals.
• Exposure to, and ideally medium proficiency in, Java and/or Kotlin.
• Experience programming in at least one modern language such as Java, Kotlin, JavaScript, or similar.
• Good at computer science fundamentals (data structures, algorithms, basic system design).
• Growth mindset, keen to learn, open to feedback, and motivated to improve.

Nice to have

• Some experience or interest in backend services and RESTful APIs.
• Some experience or interest in Frontend frameworks like React, Vue, or Angular.
• Interest in CI/CD, testing, or DevOps practices.
• Effective communication skills and ability to engage with a variety of partners.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible work model with office presence.
• Full benefits package including exciting travel perks and generous time-off.
• Parental leave and career development resources.
• Inclusive culture where everyone belongs.
• Competitive salary with clear growth pathways.
• Access to global tech conferences and workshops, plus travel discounts.