Senior Java Engineer (all genders)

HRS AS A COMPANY

HRS, a pioneer in business travel, aims to elevate every stay through innovative technology. With over 50 years of experience, their digital platform, driven by ProcureTech, TravelTech, and FinTech, transforms how companies and travelers Stay, Work, and Pay.

ProcureTech digitally revolutionizes lodging procurement, connecting corporations and suppliers in a cutting-edge ecosystem. This enables seamless efficiency and automation, surpassing travelers' expectations.

TravelTech redefines the online lodging experience, offering personalized content from selection to check-in, ensuring an unparalleled journey for corporate travelers.

In FinTech, HRS introduces advancements like mobile banking and digital payments, turning corporate back offices into touchless lodging enablers, eliminating legacy cost barriers. The innovative 2-click book-to-pay feature streamlines interactions for travelers and hoteliers.

Combining these technology propositions, HRS unlocks exponential catalyst effects. Their data-driven focus delivers value-added services and high-return network effects, creating substantial customer value.

HRS's exponential growth since 1972 serves over 35% of the global Fortune 500 and leading hotel chains.

Join HRS to shape the future of business travel, empowered by a culture of growth and setting new industry standards worldwide.

BUSINESS UNIT

TravelTech enables travelers to search and book hotel and meeting room content via modern SAAS booking portals and APIs. Our mission is to provide high quality content and an outstanding user experience to the traveler on the one side and compliance and cost savings for the cooperate travel programs on the other side.

POSITION

We are looking for a Senior Java Backend Engineer (all genders) who loves to build top notch SAAS application delivering an outstanding user experience for Travelers, Meeting Planners and Hotel Partners.

CHALLENGE

•    Adding new feature capabilities to our meeting & groups platform
•    Continuous improvement of the platform to identify and resolve bottlenecks in runtime and development aspects
•    Leverage generative Al tools such as GitHub Copilot, Amazon Code Whisperer, etc., to accelerate software delivery
•    Employ best software engineerings best practices such as Infrastructure as Code, Continuous Integration - Continuous Delivery/Deployment
•    Write quality code and documentation, as well as develop and apply comprehensive test automation
•    Develop, implement and improve highly scalable application architecture based on AWS Cloud
•    Collaborate across teams with regards to overarching technical concepts and practices
•    Stabilize, perform improvement and refactor service layer and data model
•    Mentor other engineers and continue building a strong culture of quality
•    Build up event-driven applications at scale on AWS
 

FOR THIS EXCITING MISSION YOU ARE EQUIPPED WITH...

•    Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in programming software using Java, modern cloud software architectures, and related technologies.

•    Technology and Management Expertise:

• Solid understanding of core software engineering concepts and API designs
• Strong experience deploying applications at scale with techniques like Infrastructure as Code, Canary or Blue-Green Deployments
• Significant experience in one or more general purpose programming languages (Java, Scala, Python, SOL) Excellent knowledge of Java technologies and State-of-the-Art Frameworks (e.g. Spring Boot)
• Deep expertise in Backend engineering, distributed systems, databases, etc.
• Knowledge of database technologies including solid experience of SOL performance and database management
• Knowledge of and experience in working with agile methodologies
• Experience in building and scaling infrastructure powering ads, recommendation, search, or other distributed systems.

•    Vision and Execution:

• Ability to implement and achieve a compelling vision for the future, with actionable plans to achieve long­ term objectives.
• Strong accountability for meeting tactical objectives and commitments within the established methodological framework.
• Experience in developing concepts and leading development execution of market-leading Saas product offerings.

•    Teamwork and Communication:

• Ability to work in a team, fast learning and enthusiasm for the realization of innovative products Effective presentation and speaking skills and the ability to communicate with a wide range of different stakeholders

•    Adaptability and Innovation:

• Ability to work within a fast-paced, evolving environment where products and solutions evolve quickly and need to be accurately integrated into customer/sales story lines as the solutions evolve. Embrace change and drive innovation. Skilled in working within a matrix organization and in forwarding, building momentum for and successfully driving the competition of strategic initiatives that impact a total organization and company.

•    Problem-solving and Creativity:

• Strong problem-solving skills and creativity to develop new possibilities and processes.

•    Personal Attributes:

• Empathy, authenticity, integrity, commitment, resilience, and respect in dealing with all stakeholders.

•    Language Skills:

• Fluency in English, spoken and written.

PERSPECTIVE

Access to a global network of a globally united and mutually responsible “Tribe of Intrapreneurs” that is passionately dedicated to renew the travel industry and while doing so reinvent the ways how businesses stay, work and pay.

Our entrepreneurial driven environment of full ownership and execution focus offers you the playground to contribute to a greater mission, while growing personally and professionally throughout this unique journey. You will continuously learn from a radical culture of retrospectives and continuous improvement and actively contribute to making business life better, smarter and more sustainable.

LOCATION, MOBILITY, INCENTIVE

The attractive remuneration is in line with the market and, in addition to a fixed monthly salary, all necessary work equipment and mobility, will also include an annual or multi-year bonus.