Full-Time

Fullstack Software Engineer

Fintech/ Flexibility

Posted on 7/22/2024

Hopper

Hopper

1,001-5,000 employees

Travel booking platform with price prediction

Data & Analytics
Consumer Software
Fintech

Compensation Overview

$125k - $270kAnnually

Junior, Mid

Remote in Canada

Category
FinTech Engineering
Full-Stack Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
React.js
Java
TypeScript
Scala
REST APIs
HTML/CSS
Requirements
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in Frontend technologies like ReactJS, Redux and Typescript.
  • Minimum 1 year of experience working in backend technologies preferably with exposure to JVM languages like Java or scala.
  • Proficient in HTML and CSS with hands-on experience.
  • Understanding of Single Page Applications, RESTful APIs, State management architecture and design concepts at scale.
  • Some exposure to CI/CD, Infrastructure as code, Automation, Instrumentation strongly preferred.
  • Committed to enhancing system quality and reliability, showcasing excellence in software engineering practices.
  • Professional background in the travel or fintech industries, with an understanding of their specific challenges and requirements.
Responsibilities
  • Planning, investigating, or scoping out an upcoming project that you own.
  • Writing code, reviewing code, and improving code.
  • Design, build and review code for our HTS partners.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with the product team and other Hopper teams.

Hopper helps travelers save money on flights, hotels, and car rentals by using big data and advanced algorithms to predict price changes. The platform analyzes billions of prices daily and advises users on the best times to book, potentially saving them up to 40%. Users can access Hopper's services through a mobile app and website, where they can make travel bookings and subscribe for additional features. Unlike many competitors, Hopper focuses on providing personalized price predictions and cost-saving advice, making it particularly appealing to individual travelers. The company's goal is to make travel more affordable and accessible while fostering a supportive work environment for its employees.

Company Stage

Late Stage VC

Total Funding

$711.1M

Headquarters

Montreal, Canada

Founded

2007

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

-1%

2 year growth

2%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Partnership with Lotte Card expands Hopper's fintech and travel service integration.
  • Collaboration with Flair Airlines enhances customer loyalty through added travel security.
  • Global distribution partnership with Hotelbeds expands Hopper's hotel inventory.

What critics are saying

  • Recent layoffs may indicate financial instability or restructuring challenges.
  • Loss of Expedia's supply could impact Hopper's competitive edge in the travel market.
  • Uber's expansion into travel poses a competitive threat to Hopper's market share.

What makes Hopper unique

  • Hopper uses predictive analytics to offer cost-saving travel recommendations.
  • The app analyzes billions of prices daily to predict future price changes.
  • Hopper integrates travel services with financial products, expanding its fintech offerings.

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Benefits

Competitive salary

Stock options

Unlimited PTO

WeWork All Access Pass OR Work-from-home stipend

Open communication with management

Small, dynamic teams = massive impact

Medical, dental, vision, disability & life insurance plans

401k

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