Full-Time

Senior Software Engineer-Full Stack

Posted on 10/3/2024

TripAdvisor

TripAdvisor

51-200 employees

Largest travel platform for reviews and bookings

Consumer Goods
Entertainment

Senior

Remote in UK

Category
Full-Stack Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Python
JavaScript
React.js
Data Structures & Algorithms
Apache Spark
SQL
Java
Postgres
GraphQL
Gradle
Linux/Unix
HTML/CSS
Requirements
  • 5+ years of experience as a professional engineer.
  • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent
  • Prior experience on executing self driven projects successfully
  • Solid foundation in data structures, algorithms, and OO design
  • Some exposure to the following technologies a plus: Java, HTML5, JavaScript, React, GraphQL, DustJS, CSS, SQL, Postgres, Linux, Python, Gradle, Apache Tomcat, BERT, Hive, Spark
Responsibilities
  • Take on projects with independence and a mandate to leave things better than you found them.
  • Participate in the planning and initial steps for key changes on the site
  • Be pragmatic when solving problems with a deep understanding of the purpose and goal of your work.
  • Touch code at all levels, front end to back end, data analysis whatever is required to complete your project.
  • Be integral for the code quality on your team through leadership in design and code review.
  • Be a mentor for others on the team.
  • Help bring the team's technical knowledge and solutions to the engineering organization via tech talks and design reviews.

Tripadvisor is the largest travel platform in the world, designed to help travelers research and plan their trips. It collects millions of reviews and opinions from travelers about various services such as hotels, restaurants, activities, airlines, and cruises. Users can access this information to make informed decisions about their travel plans. Tripadvisor operates mainly through advertising revenue, offering businesses in the travel industry the opportunity to advertise and enhance their listings on the platform. Additionally, it earns money through affiliate commissions when users book travel services through its links. What sets Tripadvisor apart from its competitors is its vast database of user-generated content, which provides authentic insights and recommendations. The goal of Tripadvisor is to empower travelers with the information they need to create memorable travel experiences.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$325M

Headquarters

Englewood, Colorado

Founded

1999

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

  • The recent $500M Term Loan B Facility secures Tripadvisor's financial stability, enabling further growth and innovation.
  • Potential acquisition and privatization could lead to strategic realignments and increased investment in the platform.
  • The formation of a special committee to evaluate potential transactions indicates proactive governance and potential for shareholder value maximization.

What critics are saying

  • The potential acquisition and privatization process could create uncertainty and instability for employees.
  • Dependence on advertising revenue makes Tripadvisor vulnerable to market fluctuations and economic downturns.

What makes TripAdvisor unique

  • Tripadvisor's extensive database of millions of reviews and opinions from a global community provides unparalleled insights for travelers, setting it apart from competitors.
  • The significant voting interest held by Liberty TripAdvisor Holdings allows for strategic influence and stability in decision-making, unlike other travel platforms with more fragmented ownership.
  • Tripadvisor's dual revenue streams from advertising and affiliate commissions offer a diversified income model, reducing dependency on a single revenue source.

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