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Senior Software Development Engineer

Expedia Group · Washington - Seattle Campus · On-site

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About Expedia Group

Expedia Group is your gateway to the world of travel through trusted brands, leading technology, and a global marketplace connecting travelers, partners, and experiences.

About the role

Design, build, and evolve backend services and customer experiences in Java, including system design (LLD), API design, and data modeling for scalable, secure, and reliable solutions. Implement high‑quality backend code and supporting service components in Java, ensuring maintainability, observability, and operational excellence across multiple services and domains.

What they're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical field, or Equivalent related professional experience
  • 8+ years of relevant professional experience building and operating production backend or full‑stack software services in a team environment, with substantial experience in Java
  • Proven ownership of backend services or components, including responsibility for design, implementation, quality, deployment, and operational health within a product or domain area
  • Proficiency in core software engineering fundamentals, including data structures, algorithms, system design (LLD), API design, and data modeling, with hands‑on application in Java-based systems
  • Hands-on experience with modern web technologies, frameworks, and service architectures on the backend (e.g., microservices, RESTful APIs), and familiarity with using AI-driven tools or workflows to enhance developer productivity or service capabilities
  • Experience designing and evolving multi‑service or multi‑component backend architectures in Java, including well‑structured APIs, data models, and integration patterns across systems
More about this role

At Expedia Group, we help travelers explore the world, one journey at a time. As a global travel company powered by passionate people, trusted partnerships, and leading technology, we connect travelers, partners, and advertisers through our consumer brands, B2B network, and travel advertising business.

Here, you'll do meaningful work that helps millions of people discover, book, and experience travel with more ease, confidence, and joy. Our five Behaviors-Traveler First, Think Big, Operate with Excellence, Ownership Mindset, and Succeed Together-help foster a supportive environment where people can grow their careers and have the flexibility, benefits, and support to do their best work. Join us and build for travelers everywhere.

Introduction to the Team

Our Technology Team partners with teams across Expedia Group to create innovative products, services, and tools to deliver high-quality experiences for travelers, partners, and our employees. A singular technology platform powered by data and machine learning provides secure, differentiated, and personalized experiences that drive loyalty and traveler satisfaction.

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