Software Development Engineer III (Fullstack, AI)

TL;DR

Software Development Engineer III (Fullstack, AI): Designing, building, and evolving robust full-stack services and applications for high-traffic travel experiences with an accent on system design, API performance, and data modeling. Focus on integrating AI-enabled solutions, building scalable backend services in Kotlin, and creating responsive web interfaces using React and TypeScript.

Location: Must be based in or able to commute to Seattle, WA (Hybrid model).

Salary: $146,000–$204,500 (Potential range up to $233,500).

Company

hirify.global is a global travel technology leader powering diverse brands to provide innovative and personalized travel experiences.

What you will do

• Design and evolve resilient full-stack services to support high-traffic travel products.
• Own end-to-end delivery of features from technical design through deployment and optimization.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with product and design teams to build scalable solutions.
• Drive engineering excellence through standards for code quality, automated testing, and observability.
• Integrate AI/ML-enabled solutions into real-world products to improve user outcomes.
• Mentor other engineers on full-stack best practices and technical direction.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience.
• 5+ years of relevant professional experience.
• Proven experience designing RESTful or GraphQL APIs and modern web frontends.
• Proficiency in at least one modern programming language and associated frameworks.
• Demonstrated ability to own service health, reliability, and performance in cloud environments.
• Familiarity with applying AI/ML concepts to practical product challenges.

Nice to have

• Advanced skills in Kotlin and high-performance GraphQL service design.
• Strong proficiency in TypeScript and React component patterns.
• Experience leveraging AI productivity tools like Copilot or Claude for development efficiency.
• Track record with A/B testing, experimentation, and data-driven decision making.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible work model with modern office facilities.
• Exciting travel perks, wellness & travel reimbursements, and IATAN membership.
• Generous time-off policy and parental leave.
• Award-winning inclusive culture focused on growth and professional development.