Software Development Engineer I

TL;DR

Software Development Engineer I (Backend): Developing and maintaining high-performance backend services for hirify.global's global landing page architecture with an accent on scalability, SEO optimization, and AI-powered search integration. Focus on designing reliable services, implementing clean code, and collaborating across teams to support millions of users worldwide.

Location: Must be based in Italy (Rome)

Company

hirify.global powers global travel with innovative technology and a diverse, inclusive culture focused on employee growth and travel experiences.

What you will do

• Develop features for traveler experiences across hirify.global brands' landing pages
• Collaborate with team members to co-develop and solve problems
• Implement high-quality, maintainable code following best practices
• Build technical expertise in automation, monitoring, and logging
• Understand system integration and software design principles
• Participate in communities of practice aligned with technology stack

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience
• 0–2 years of software development experience, preferably in large-scale environments
• Proficiency in at least one server-side language (Java, Kotlin) and frontend technologies (JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Node.js)
• Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS is a plus
• Knowledge of unit and integration testing frameworks and CI/CD tools
• Must be located in Italy (Rome)

Nice to have

• Experience with GraphQL and RESTful services
• Enthusiasm for ethical use of AI-powered development tools

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible work model with some office presence
• Generous time-off and parental leave
• Exciting travel perks and career development resources
• Inclusive and diverse work environment
• Supportive team culture focused on learning and innovation