Location
London (commutable distance, generally within 1–2 hours of office hubs)

Hours
Flexible schedule with a remote-first working model and periodic in-person gatherings for team connection and collaboration

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
Tripadvisor Group connects people to experiences worth sharing and aims to be the world’s most trusted source for travel and experiences. As a Software Engineer II, you will join a fast-growing team within Tripadvisor Experiences, working closely with product managers and designers. You will be involved in the full software development lifecycle from design, coding, testing, deployment, and iteration. Our engineers release code to production frequently, often daily.

This is a full-stack role with a primary focus on backend systems and occasional front-end projects. While front-end expertise is not required, eagerness to learn is supported. Our technology stack includes Java, GraphQL, Kubernetes, SQL and NoSQL databases, all running on AWS. Strong proficiency in an object-oriented programming language is essential.

Tripadvisor embraces flexibility in how and where work gets done, valuing meaningful in-person moments alongside a remote-friendly approach. You will be part of a fun, friendly environment focused on delivering results.

What We Offer
- Competitive compensation packages including base salary and annual bonuses
- Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle
- Donation matching for qualifying charitable contributions
- Tuition assistance for career development
- Annual lifestyle benefit to spend on travel, wellness, or personal interests
- Travel perks and discounts
- Employee assistance program for personal support
- Comprehensive health benefits with competitive premiums
- Generous referral scheme rewarding successful candidate referrals

Our Cultural Pillars
- Traveler first: Creating value for travelers and partners
- Execution is our edge: Agile, data-driven, and scalable solutions
- We succeed together: Collaborative, humble, diverse teams driving shared goals

Experience
Proven proficiency in an object-oriented programming language is essential. Experience with backend systems is preferred. Front-end experience is a plus but not required.

About you
Versatile problem-solver who thrives on technical challenges. Eager to learn and collaborate in a fast-paced, agile environment. Comfortable working remotely with periodic in-person team interactions. Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.

Qualifications
No specific qualifications are mandated, but relevant software engineering experience and a passion for technology and travel are highly valued.