Software Development Engineer II (Backend)

TL;DR

Software Development Engineer II (Backend): Design, develop, and maintain high-throughput, low-latency distributed backend services for a global travel pricing platform with an accent on scalable microservices, caching, and AI/ML integration. Focus on building efficient pricing solutions, optimizing system performance, and safely integrating AI-driven backend systems.

Location: Must be based in the United Kingdom (London)

Company

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

What you will do

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable, low-latency distributed backend services for pricing solutions.
• Implement caching mechanisms to optimize application performance and resource utilization.
• Participate in system design, API design, and data modeling for microservices architecture.
• Contribute to technical documentation, code reviews, and architecture discussions.
• Analyze complex problems and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver sustainable solutions.
• Integrate and operate AI/ML-enabled backend solutions to improve product outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of backend development experience using Java, Scala, Kotlin, or similar languages.
• Experience with caching technologies (Redis, Couchbase, Memcached) and relational/NoSQL databases.
• Knowledge of distributed, event-driven systems using Kafka Streams, AWS Kinesis, or similar.
• Ability to optimize microservices for low latency and high throughput at scale.
• Must be based in the United Kingdom (London).

Nice to have

• Familiarity with AWS cloud infrastructure, auto-scaling, and deployment strategies.
• Commitment to test-driven development and operational excellence in production.
• Experience integrating AI/ML solutions within backend systems.

Culture & Benefits

• Full benefits package including travel perks, generous time off, and parental leave.
• Flexible work model with hybrid options and modern offices.
• Career development resources and inclusive, diverse work environment.
• Recognized as a Best Place to Work with award-winning culture.