Full-Time
Sr Fullstack Software Engineer
Web, Disruption and Insurance
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Hopper
1,001-5,000 employees
Travel booking platform using price prediction
Compensation Overview
CA$150k - CA$350k/yr
Senior
Vancouver, BC, Canada
- In depth experienced in full-stack development.
- Experience in React, TypeScript, and modern front-end libraries.
- Proficient in Scala or other JVM languages (such as Kotlin or Java), with demonstrated experience in a production setting.
- 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.
- Planning, investigating, or scoping out an upcoming project that you own.
- Writing code, reviewing code, and improving code.
- Learning about a new technical concept, service, or GCP feature that provides value to our team.
- Participating in regular meetings to discuss ongoing projects with the team and plan work for upcoming sprints.
Hopper helps travelers save money on flights, hotels, and car rentals by using big data and advanced algorithms to analyze billions of prices daily. The app predicts future price changes and advises users on the best times to book, potentially saving them up to 40%. Unlike many travel companies, Hopper focuses on individual travelers and offers a mobile app and website for easy access. Its business model includes earning commission fees from bookings and providing a subscription service for additional features. With a global presence and a commitment to a supportive work environment, Hopper also emphasizes employee growth through various programs.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Late Stage VC
Total Funding
$766M
Headquarters
Montreal, Canada
Founded
2007
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Partnership with Lotte Card enhances presence in the Asian market.
- Collaboration with AirAsia taps into demand for flexible travel options.
- Winning 'Best Consumer Payments Product' boosts credibility in fintech innovation.
What critics are saying
- Increased competition from Uber's travel features may impact market share.
- Layoffs of 250 employees suggest potential financial instability.
- Partnerships may falter if airline partners face operational difficulties.
What makes Hopper unique
- Hopper uses predictive analytics to offer travel recommendations and savings.
- The app analyzes billions of prices daily to predict future price changes.
- Hopper's fintech innovation includes seamless payment solutions and travel insurance options.
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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
Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
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↑ 1%Hopper, the global travel technology platform, has been selected as a winner in the 2025 Fintech Breakthrough Awards program, for the "Best Consumer Payments Product" category.
Stack Capital Group Inc. has announced that their portfolio holding, Hopper, Inc., is partnering with the major Korean credit card issuer Lotte Card to develop a travel loyalty portal within the 'Digi-LOCA' app.
AirAsia MOVE has announced a partnership with Hopper Technology Solutions (HTS) to introduce more flexibility for its travellers.
Flair Airlines, Canada's leading ultra-low fare airline, has teamed up with HTS (Hopper Technology Solutions) to offer Disruption Guarantee available for purchase online for all passengers.
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