Software Engineering Manager - Lodging / Rates

Job Description

• Partner with Product Managers to define, build, and own the roadmap that aligns with the business objectives • Oversee the development and delivery of key projects, including performance measurement reports for hotels and a system for creating unique hotel rates • Recruit, mentor, and manage a high-performing engineering team • Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture that encourages innovation and continuous improvement • Provide technical guidance and support to the engineering team, ensuring the implementation of best practices and high-quality code standards • Drive the architectural decisions and technical strategy for the Lodging Rates team • Work closely with cross-functional teams, including data science, pricing and market management, to ensure alignment and successful project execution • Communicate project status, risks, and opportunities to stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred • 8+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 3+ years in a managerial or leadership role • Proven track record of building and leading high-performing engineering teams • Strong technical expertise in building scalable systems and data-driven applications • Experience with data, data pipeline and data tools • Proficiency in Scala or other JVM languages, like Java • Skilled in various service communication methods including gRPC, pub/sub, REST, SOAP • Excellent project management skills, with experience in Agile methodologies • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Proficient in applying first principles thinking to break down complex problems and develop fundamental solutions • Demonstrated sense of ownership and accountability for the team's projects • Ability to dive deep into complex technical issues and provide detailed insights and solutions • Works well with and enjoys working in a product-focused company with a working history of owning features throughout the development life cycle • Experience with and likes developing in a microservices environment

Benefits

• Well-funded and proven startup with large ambitions, competitive salary and the upsides of pre-IPO equity packages • Unlimited PTO • Carrot Cash travel stipend • Flexdesk All Access Pass AND Work-from-home stipend • Please ask us about our very generous parental leave, much above industry standards! • Entrepreneurial culture where pushing limits and taking risks is everyday business • Open communication with management and company leadership • Small, dynamic teams = massive impact • 100% employer paid medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance plans • Up to 4000$ per year in Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) • FSA/ DCA: Hopper offers pre-tax deduction for out-of-pocket expenditures for health and dependent care costs. • Access to a 401K plan • Annual maximum** is $3,200 for health care, and $5000 for dependent care.