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Full-Time

API Specialist

Delivery Integrations/Spécialiste API Intégrations de Livraison

Posted on 10/23/2024

Plusgrade

Plusgrade

51-200 employees

Provides upgrade solutions for travel companies

Automotive & Transportation
Consumer Software

Junior, Mid

Montreal, QC, Canada

Hybrid position in Montreal, Quebec.

Category
Backend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
JavaScript
Splunk
Requirements
  • Previous experience in Web Services standards, APIs and technologies (eg: XML, SOAP, WSDL, REST , JSON etc.)
  • Strong understanding of QA methodologies and UAT management
  • Strong experience in API system monitoring such as Splunk
  • Experience in UML diagramming skills (activity diagrams, sequence diagram etc.)
  • Strong experience in industry standard SSO flows such as OAuth
  • Basic knowledge in Javascript
Responsibilities
  • Participate in technical integration planning and pre-sales discussions with loyalty program partners and application developers to analyze integration and web service requirements.
  • Develop integration solutions based on Loyalty Program Requirements.
  • Implement new integrations for our Loyalty Program Partners by developing and configuring Points’ platforms.
  • Gather requirements by working directly with our Loyalty Program Partners & Internal Stakeholders.
  • Ensure the solutions we deploy are of the highest quality.
  • Effectively communicate, across many channels, your progress with your team & stakeholders.
  • Troubleshoot code and configuration issues in all managed environments (test and production).

Plusgrade specializes in providing upgrade solutions for the travel industry, focusing on helping airlines, cruise lines, and other travel service providers increase their revenue through ancillary services. Their platform allows these companies to offer customers the option to upgrade their seats or cabins for an additional fee, either through bidding or fixed pricing. This approach not only boosts the revenue of travel companies but also enhances the overall travel experience for customers. Plusgrade stands out from competitors by integrating seamlessly with existing systems of their partners and has been recognized with awards for their leadership in technology. The company's goal is to be a leader in the ancillary revenue sector, ensuring that travel companies can maximize their earnings while improving customer satisfaction.

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$7.7M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2009

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Strategic partnerships with major travel brands like Hawaiian Airlines and Lark Hotels enhance Plusgrade's market reach and credibility.
  • The recent investment from General Atlantic and existing investor CDPQ provides financial stability and resources for further growth and innovation.
  • Acquisitions like Points.com and UpStay expand Plusgrade's portfolio, offering more comprehensive solutions to clients and increasing market share.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive nature of the travel technology sector requires continuous innovation to maintain market leadership.
  • Integration challenges with diverse client systems could pose operational risks and affect service quality.

What makes Plusgrade unique

  • Plusgrade's focus on ancillary revenue and merchandising specifically for the travel industry sets it apart from broader tech solutions providers.
  • Their platform's seamless integration with existing systems of airlines, cruise lines, and hotels ensures minimal disruption and maximizes revenue potential.
  • Plusgrade's recognition with prestigious awards like the Deloitte Technology Leadership award underscores its market leadership and innovation.

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