Full Stack Software Engineer

Join DiscoverCars.com and help us scale the world’s leading global car‑rental marketplace. The Growth Team is seeking a candidate who will become an integral part of our team, contributing to enhancing our customers' user experience. We are looking for a candidate with substantial experience in developing both user interfaces and the backend systems that support them. The primary responsibilities will include developing new features and improving existing functionalities.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience developing web applications with React.js.
• Backend development experience with PHP frameworks (Laravel, Symfony).
• Solid understanding of object‑oriented design, clean architecture, and RESTful API design.
• Quick thinker and fast learner who can navigate legacy code and rapidly understand systems such as customer self-service, email marketing, referrals, and online check‑in.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Latvian and English knowledge.
• Experience working in distributed, asynchronous environments.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement new features that improve the user experience across our global car rental platform.
• Maintain and optimize existing functionalities, ensuring high performance, responsiveness, and scalability.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams - Growth, Design, Engineering to align technical solutions with business goals.
• Work with legacy systems and quickly gain a deep understanding of existing components like customer self-service portals, email marketing tools, referral programs, and online check-in modules.
• Design and consume RESTful APIs, ensuring consistency and reliability in data flow between frontend and backend services.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and documentation to ensure code quality and knowledge sharing.

What We Offer:

• A culture that encourages initiative, creative thinking, and the opportunity to drive meaningful change in a fast-moving, supportive team.
• Competitive salary 2500-4000Eur, gross, based on experience and skills.
• 8 hours of paid self-development time each month, post-probation.
• Professional training programs to develop your expertise.
• Department-level team buildings and full-company events like our Winter Ball and Summer Festival.
•  Comprehensive health insurance after probation.
•  Fresh fruits and healthy snacks every Tuesday and Thursday.
•  Relaxation zones with a yoga room, massage chair, and cozy chill-out areas.
•  Fully equipped game rooms – air hockey, table football, board games, chess.
•  Modern office near Riga city center with panoramic views of the Daugava.
•  Fully stocked kitchens – unlimited tea, coffee, hot chocolate, syrups, muesli.
•  Shower facilities for active commuters.
•  Special recognition on every work anniversary.
•  Thoughtful holiday gifts for you and your children.
•  Festive masterclasses and office events for holidays like Easter, Midsummer, and Christmas.