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Job description
CarTrawler is hiring a Senior Software Engineer — a full-time, based in Dublin role. Apply directly on CarTrawler's careers page below.
Senior Software Engineer (Java)
Team: Engineering
Location: Dublin
Commitment: Permanent
Workplace Type: hybrid
Tech that takes you places
We’re CarTrawler, the global travel tech company behind seamless connections between people, places and possibilities. From powering car rental to creating smarter ways to move, we make travel smoother for millions worldwide. Our culture is built on curiosity, collaboration and craic where every idea counts and every journey matters. Ready to make an impact? Let’s go places together.
We’re CarTrawler, the global travel tech company behind seamless connections between people, places and possibilities. From powering car rental to creating smarter ways to move, we make travel smoother for millions worldwide. Our culture is built on curiosity, collaboration and craic where every idea counts and every journey matters. Ready to make an impact? Let’s go places together.
Your Journey starts here!
What you'll do as a Senior Software Engineer (Java)
- Design, build and evolve scalable, high-quality Java services and RESTful APIs that power our core travel platform and customer experiences.
- Lead technical design discussions, collaborating with Architects, Product Managers and Engineering Managers to deliver simple, scalable and maintainable solutions.
- Build resilient integrations with payment providers, travel partners, data platforms and third-party technologies that expand our platform capabilities.
- Champion engineering excellence through code reviews, testing, observability, CI/CD and operational best practices while promoting continuous improvement.
- Mentor and support engineers through coaching, pairing and knowledge sharing, helping to grow technical capability across the team.
- Investigate and resolve complex production issues, identifying opportunities to improve system performance, reliability and scalability while embracing AI-assisted development responsibly.
What you'll bring to the team
- Extensive experience (6+ years) developing enterprise applications with Java (Java 17+ preferred), alongside Spring Boot, Hibernate and JPA.
- Strong understanding of software architecture, object-oriented design principles and building scalable, distributed backend systems.
- Proven experience designing and delivering RESTful APIs and integrating with third-party services using resilient integration patterns.
- Solid knowledge of SQL, relational databases, Git, Maven and modern CI/CD practices within Agile software development environments.
- A collaborative mindset with the ability to influence technical decisions, communicate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders and mentor fellow engineers.
- Curiosity for emerging technologies, including AI-assisted engineering tools, with a pragmatic approach to delivering secure, high-quality software that creates business value.
Go on, give it a go!
We know that looking for a new job can feel a bit daunting but don’t let a touch of imposter syndrome hold you back. Even if you don’t tick every box, we’d still love to hear from you! Apply today to stay connected.
At CarTrawler, we’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. No matter your background, identity, or life experience, if you’re passionate about what you do, you’ll be welcomed here.
Hybrid Working & Eligibility: Our hybrid working policy requires employees to work onsite at our CarTrawler Dublin office a minimum of 2 days per week.
Applicants must have an existing right to work in Ireland without the requirement for employment permit sponsorship to be considered for this role.
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Frequently asked questions
What skills are required for Senior Software Engineer at CarTrawler?
The required skills for Senior Software Engineer at CarTrawler include: Java, Spring Boot, Hibernate, SQL, Git, Maven, CI/CD, Agile, REST.
What is the seniority level for Senior Software Engineer at CarTrawler?
Senior Software Engineer at CarTrawler is a Senior level position.
How do I apply for Senior Software Engineer at CarTrawler?
You can view the full description and apply for Senior Software Engineer at CarTrawler on EchoJobs: https://echojobs.io/job/cartrawler-senior-software-engineer-java-do8q9.