Android Software Engineer II - Accommodations

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About Us: At Booking.com, data drives our decisions. Technology is at our core. And innovation is everywhere. But our company is more than datasets, lines of code or A/B tests. We’re the thrill of the first night in a new place. The excitement of the next morning. The friends you encounter. The journeys you take. The sights you see. And the memories you make. Through our products, partners and people, we make it easier for everyone to experience the world.

Role Description

Being a part of the Partner Platform of Accommodations you will serve the mission to support a two-sided marketplace, focusing on one of 3 platforms that allow partners to manage and grow their business. You will work on Pulse mobile application, a go to place for partners to manage their properties on the go. The team is responsible mostly for rates & availability management capability on Pulse mobile application side.

Key Job Responsibilities And Duties

• Rapidly develop new features and A/B test them with users.
• Build software applications by using relevant development languages and applying knowledge of systems, services and tools appropriate for the business area.
• Improve the overall reliability of systems by producing long term solutions through root cause analysis.
• Advise product teams towards a technical solution that meets the functional, nonfunctional & architectural requirements by challenging the rationale for an application design and providing context in the wider architectural landscape.
• Evaluate possible architecture solutions by taking into account cost, business requirements, technology requirements and emerging technologies.
• Address and resolve live production issues by mitigating the customer impact within SLA.
• Meet business needs by designing solutions that meet current requirements and are adaptable for future enhancements.
• Identify opportunities for process, system and structural improvements (i.e performance gains) by examining and evaluating current process flows, methods and standards.
• Achieve mutually agreeable solutions by staying adaptable, communicating ideas in clear coherent language and practising active listening.
• Contribute to and improve application release processes.
• Build and deliver high impact app-wide features, systems and services.
• Identify, foster, and proactively help colleagues to grow professionally, taking a significant role in on-boarding new team members.
• Contribute to Booking.com's growth through interviewing, on-boarding, or other recruitment efforts.
• Stay up to date with the latest Android development trends and technologies.
  
  

Qualifications & Skills

• Android Development Experience: Over 3 years of experience in Android application development using Android SDK.
• Programming Languages: More than 5 years of experience as a developer with Java or Kotlin language.
• Design and Detail Orientation: Strong interaction and design sense with excellent attention to detail.
• Self-Motivation and Teamwork: Self-motivated to explore new technologies, applications, and environments; a self-starter who is highly motivated and a team player.
• Marketplace and Distribution: Experience with the Android Marketplace and Distribution Process, including having an approved Play Store app.
• Ability to work independently, in a team and community oriented environment.
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment
• Nice to have: Knowledge of SQL or willingness to learn, experience designing service APIs for mobile applications, familiarity with Web frontend technologies (NodeJS and TypeScript), knowledge of GraphQL and Grafana/Graphite
  
  

Benefits & Perks - Global Impact, Personal Relevance

Booking.com’s Total Rewards Philosophy is not only about compensation but also about benefits. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, as well unique-to-Booking.com benefits which include:

• Annual paid time off and generous paid leave scheme including: parent, grandparent, bereavement, and care leave
• Hybrid working including flexible working arrangements, and up to 20 days per year working from abroad (home country)
• Industry leading product discounts - up to 1400 per year - for yourself, including automatic Genius Level 3 status and Booking.com wallet credit
• Contributing to a high scale, complex, world-renowned product and seeing real-time impact of your work on millions of travellers worldwide
• Opportunity to utilize technical expertise, leadership capabilities and entrepreneurial spirit
• Technical, behavioural and interpersonal competence advancement via on-the-job opportunities, experimental projects, hackathons, conferences and active community participation
• Diverse, unique colleagues from every corner of the world
  
  

Diversity, Equity And Inclusion (DEI) At Booking.com

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion have been a core part of our company culture since day one. This ongoing journey starts with our very own employees, who represent over 140 nationalities and a wide range of ethnic and social backgrounds, genders and sexual orientations.

Take it from our Chief People Officer, Paulo Pisano: “At Booking.com, the diversity of our people doesn’t just build an outstanding workplace, it also creates a better and more inclusive travel experience for everyone. Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. It’s a place where you can make your mark and have a real impact in travel and tech.”

We ensure that colleagues with disabilities are provided the adjustments and tools they need to participate in the job application and interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Application Process

This section should provide:

• Let’s go places together: How we Hire
• If applicable: Detailed instructions on post-application requirements including any required application materials, deadlines, portfolios, coding challenges, or other assessments as defined by BU or department.
• This role does not come with relocation assistance.
  
  

Booking.com is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We strive to move well beyond traditional equal opportunity and work to create an environment that allows everyone to thrive.

Pre-Employment Screening

If your application is successful, your personal data may be used for a pre-employment screening check by a third party as permitted by applicable law. Depending on the vacancy and applicable law, a pre-employment screening may include employment history, education and other information (such as media information) that may be necessary for determining your qualifications and suitability for the position.