Senior JAVA Software Engineer

KAYAK
Kaunas Office, Lithuania
Hybrid

Who this role is best for

Aimed at mid-to-senior level Java developers with a focus on backend systems and API integrations, working in a collaborative environment within the travel domain and operating from the Kaunas office with hybrid flexibility.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 4+ years of Java backend experience and a track record of working on complex integration systems
    — “4+ years of experience working with Java”
  • Individuals who thrive in collaborative, innovation-driven teams and are comfortable with high-impact travel technology projects
    — “innovation is in our DNA and every employee has an opportunity to make their mark”
  • Professionals who are fluent in English and can contribute to a global team with international travel partners
    — “Fluent English communication skills”

Things to consider

  • This role mandates a minimum of three office days per week despite offering hybrid flexibility
    — “This role will be required to work from our Kaunas office at least 3 days per week”
  • The position demands experience with Spring framework and SQL databases, which are core technical requirements
    — “Familiarity with Spring framework and SQL databases”

How to stand out

  • Emphasize your experience with API integrations and backend feature implementation in your resume and interviews
    — “Assist in creating and maintaining integrations with third-party APIs”
  • Highlight any prior work with search technologies like ElasticSearch or similar systems
    — “Exposure to ElasticSearch or similar search technologies”
  • Demonstrate your ability to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment through specific examples
    — “Collaborate with the team to improve existing features, focusing on speed and user experience”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • Implementing new backend features
  • Improving existing features
  • Maintaining integrations with third-party APIs
Typical background
4+ years of Java backend development experience

Skills & requirements

Required

JavaSpring-frameworkSql-databasesApi-integrationCollaborationProblem-solving

Preferred

Elastic-searchHybrid-working-model

Stack & domain

JavaSpring FrameworkSQL DatabasesCollaboration

About the role

Original posting from KAYAK via Ashby

KAYAK, part of Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG), is a leading travel search engine. With billions of queries across our platforms, we help people find their perfect flight, stay, rental car and vacation package. We’re also transforming business travel with a new corporate travel solution, KAYAK for Business.

As an employee of KAYAK, you will be part of a travel company that operates a portfolio of global metasearch brands including momondo, Cheapflights and HotelsCombined, among others. From start-up to industry leader, innovation is in our DNA and every employee has an opportunity to make their mark. Our focus is on building the best travel search engine to make it easier for everyone to experience the world.

We are looking for strong Java backend developers to implement new features and maintain KAYAK’s world leading search and booking technology. We integrate with over 200 travel partners and link to over 500,000 hotels and 550 airlines. You will be an essential part of a high powered team that keeps all of this running smoothly – helping millions of people find the best hotels and the best ways to fly from A to B every day!

This role will be required to work from our Kaunas office at least 3 days per week.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL:

  • Implement new backend search and booking features under the guidance of senior engineers.
  • Collaborate with the team to improve existing features, focusing on speed and user experience.
  • Assist in creating and maintaining integrations with third-party APIs.

PLEASE APPLY IF YOU HAVE:

  • Education in Computer Science or a related field.
  • 4+ years of experience working with Java.
  • Familiarity with Spring framework and SQL databases.
  • Fluent English communication skills.
  • A willingness to learn and grow in a collaborative environment.
  • Ability to thrive in a hybrid working model, working at least three office days per week.

BONUS SKILLS:

  • Exposure to ElasticSearch or similar search technologies.

COMPENSATION:

Software Engineer salary consists of three elements:

Base pay: from 3330 EUR up to 6660 EUR gross monthly.

In addition:

  • Significant yearly bonuses, approx 10 percent of annual salary.
  • Booking Holdings RSU (Restricted Stock Units) package, worth 20000 USD gross, with possibility to receive yearly refreshes.

BENEFITS:

  • Work from (almost) anywhere for up to 20 days per year
  • Funds for your career growth
  • Access to thousands of on-demand e-learnings
  • Generous additional Health Insurance
  • Flexible sick time off
  • Additional financial support for your sick leave
  • Additional day off on your birthday
  • Company-wide vacation week once a year (winter holidays)
  • Additional financial support during parental leave
  • Free lunch twice a week and daily snacks at the office
  • Free yoga twice a week
  • Paid volunteering time
  • No meeting Fridays
  • Office and team events such as summer camp, KAYAK birthday, winter party and more!
  • Company-paid therapy sessions through SpringHealth
  • Company-paid subscription to HeadSpace
  • Internal Communities

INCLUSION

At KAYAK, we want everyone to have the space to grow, share ideas and do great work. That’s why we’re focused on hiring the best talent from all walks of life and experiences, supporting them well and making sure no one feels like they have to fit a mold to belong here.

If you need accommodations during the application or interview process, or on the job, we’re here to support you. Please reach out to your recruiter to request any accommodations.

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Source: KAYAK careers (Ashby)

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