Software Development Engineer III (AI)

TL;DR

Software Development Engineer III (AI): Leading complex, well-defined projects and mentoring junior engineers to build and optimize AI-driven travel solutions with an accent on system architecture, API design, and production-grade reliability. Focus on designing testable software, identifying business problems at the project level, and ensuring system performance through advanced monitoring and debugging.

Location: Must be based in Austin, TX

Salary: $146,000–$204,500

Company

hirify.global is a global travel technology leader powering travel experiences through a diverse family of brands and innovative digital solutions.

What you will do

• Lead the design and evolution of complex, non-routine software applications and AI-related programs.
• Mentor junior engineers and participate in communities of practice to share technical knowledge.
• Develop clean, maintainable, and modular code using advanced software design principles and data structures.
• Create and maintain APIs for cross-business unit consumption.
• Identify and resolve inefficiencies in code and system operations through holistic analysis.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to develop solutions and ensure system reliability.

Requirements

• Must be based in Austin, TX
• 5+ years of software development experience with a Bachelor's degree, or 3+ years with a Master's degree.
• Proficiency in at least 3 different programming languages.
• Experience maintaining and running at least 4 software projects in production environments.
• Strong understanding of database design principles and software frameworks.
• Ability to design testable, observable, and scalable systems.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible work model with office presence.
• Generous time-off policy and parental leave.
• Wellness and travel reimbursement, plus travel discounts.
• International Airlines Travel Agent (IATAN) membership.
• Career development resources and a supportive, inclusive culture.