Software Engineer II

Tripadvisor LLC

Job Overview

Location

Poland

Job Type

Full-time

Full Job Description

📋 Description

• As a Software Engineer II at Tripadvisor, you will contribute to building and maintaining the Experiences platform that powers global travel bookings and operator tools, directly impacting how travelers discover and book activities worldwide.
• You will work within a distributed, remote-first engineering team based in Kraków, collaborating with product, design, and operations to deliver reliable, scalable software that supports Tripadvisor’s mission of connecting people to meaningful travel experiences.
• Day to day, you will design, develop, test, and deploy backend services primarily using Java, with occasional frontend work in React and TypeScript, contributing to a daily release cycle that emphasizes rapid iteration and continuous improvement.
• You will write clean, maintainable code, participate in code reviews, and help evolve the system architecture using Kubernetes, GraphQL, SQL, and NoSQL databases on AWS, while learning and adapting to the team’s tech stack as needed.
• You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to translate product requirements into technical solutions, troubleshoot production issues, and ensure high availability and performance of customer-facing and internal tools.
• You will engage in agile ceremonies, contribute to sprint planning, and help foster a culture of experimentation, learning from failure, and data-driven decision making aligned with Tripadvisor’s cultural pillars.
• The Experiences Engineering team is a supportive, innovative group spread across Europe, united by a shared commitment to execution, inclusivity, and delivering value to travelers and partners worldwide.
• Tripadvisor fosters a fun, friendly, and results-oriented environment where engineers are trusted to own their work, release frequently, and grow through hands-on experience and mentorship.
• In this role, you will deepen your expertise in full-stack development, cloud-native architectures, and scalable system design while gaining exposure to global travel technology challenges.
• You will have the opportunity to grow into a technical leader, influence platform direction, and build skills that are highly transferable across the software engineering industry.

🎯 Requirements

• Proficiency in Java or another object-oriented programming language with a strong willingness to learn and adopt Tripadvisor’s tech stack.
• Experience with backend development, RESTful APIs, or GraphQL, and familiarity with databases (SQL or NoSQL).
• Understanding of software development lifecycle, including testing, version control (e.g., Git), and CI/CD practices.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a remote-first, agile environment with strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to learning new technologies, including React, TypeScript, Kubernetes, and AWS, as needed for the role.

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive compensation package with base salary and annual bonuses, regularly benchmarked against industry standards.
• Remote-first work model with flexibility to work from home and optional in-person gatherings at the Kraków office for team connection and planning.
• Comprehensive health benefits, tuition assistance, donation matching, lifestyle benefits, travel perks, and an employee assistance program to support well-being and growth.

Skills & Technologies

TypeScript

Java

React

AWS

Kubernetes

Remote

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About Tripadvisor LLC

Tripadvisor LLC operates a global online travel platform that aggregates user-generated reviews, ratings, and photos for accommodations, restaurants, attractions, and experiences. Founded in 2000, it provides price-comparison tools and booking capabilities for hotels, flights, vacation rentals, and tours. The company monetizes through click-based advertising, subscription services for businesses, and transaction fees. Its brands include Tripadvisor, Viator, and TheFork. The platform serves millions of travelers monthly across 40+ countries and 20+ languages, leveraging a vast database of traveler insights and community-contributed content to guide travel planning and purchasing decisions worldwide.

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