Senior Software Engineer (Travel Systems) - Remote

Overview

A Senior Backend Engineer at Going will architect and scale backend systems for flight deal discovery and booking systems, contributing to a delightful travel platform.

In Short

• Ramp up on Going’s backend services and architecture.
• Contribute to core travel systems including APIs and GDS integrations.
• Lead development of backend features in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Propose and implement improvements in existing services.
• Mentor engineers and share best practices.
• Help shape future system design through engineering contributions.

Requirements

• 8+ years of backend engineering experience in high-scale systems.
• Proficiency in statically and dynamically typed programming languages (e.g., Go, Python).
• Strong knowledge of Linux systems and operational fundamentals.
• Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL preferred) and caching (Redis).
• Experience with APMs and observability tools (e.g., Datadog).
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits

• Salary of $160,000 + equity.
• 100% remote work environment.
• Annual team retreats to various locations.
• Open vacation policy with a minimum of 15 days.
• Comprehensive health, vision, dental, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with a 5% match.
• $750/quarter stipend for remote work and wellness.
• Up to 12 weeks of paid family leave.
• Meetup stipend for co-worker meetups.
• Continuing education reimbursement.