Android Software Engineer II

About Us: At Booking.com, data drives our decisions. Technology is at our core. And innovation is everywhere. But our company is more than datasets, lines of code or A/B tests. We're the thrill of the first night in a new place. The excitement of the next morning. The friends you encounter. The journeys you take. The sights you see. And the memories you make. Through our products, partners and people, we make it easier for everyone to experience the world.

Role Description:

Our guiding principle is that by helping users we help the business, so we listen to Booking.com users and give them features they want to use. As a developer in our mobile team you'll be part of the idea generation process, working in a small startup-like group which takes ownership of its part of the projects. You'll be working on the iterative improvements we make as part of our high-speed release cycles, as well as looking ahead and implementing broader changes to the mobile app.

Key Job Responsibilities and Duties:

• Rapidly develop new features and A/B test them with users
• Solve issues with the app, prioritizing based on user impact
• Collaborate with Back-end Developers, Product Owners and Designers to constantly improve the Android app
• Contribute to growing the team through interviewing, on-boarding, or other recruitment efforts.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Android Development Experience: Over 3 years of experience in Android application development using Android SDK.
• Programming Languages: More than 5 years of experience as a developer with Java or Kotlin language.
• Design and Detail Orientation: Strong interaction and design sense with excellent attention to detail.
• Self-Motivation and Teamwork: Self-motivated to explore new technologies, applications, and environments; a self-starter who is highly motivated and a team player.
• Bilingual Proficiency: Proficient in both English and Chinese.
• Marketplace and Distribution: Experience with the Android Marketplace and Distribution Process, including having an approved Play Store app.
• Additional Skills and Interests: Knowledge of SQL or willingness to learn, experience with A/B testing, passion for open source contributions, and a curiosity for technological innovations and latest trends.

Benefits & Perks - Global Impact, Personal Relevance:

Booking.com's Total Rewards Philosophy is not only about compensation but also about benefits. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, as well unique-to-Booking.com benefits which include:

• Annual paid time off and generous paid leave scheme including: parent, grandparent, bereavement, and care leave
• Hybrid working including flexible working arrangements, and up to 20 days per year working from abroad (home country)
• Industry leading product discounts - up to 1400 per year - for yourself, including automatic Genius Level 3 status and Booking.com wallet credit

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) at Booking.com:

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion have been a core part of our company culture since day one. This ongoing journey starts with our very own employees, who represent over 140 nationalities and a wide range of ethnic and social backgrounds, genders and sexual orientations.

Take it from our Chief People Officer, Paulo Pisano: "At Booking.com, the diversity of our people doesn't just build an outstanding workplace, it also creates a better and more inclusive travel experience for everyone. Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. It's a place where you can make your mark and have a real impact in travel and tech."

We ensure that colleagues with disabilities are provided the adjustments and tools they need to participate in the job application and interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Application Process:

• Let's go places together: How we Hire
• Interview process: Recruitment phone screen -> Hackerrank Online Assessment -> Home test & Technical excellence interview -> Skills Interview -> Behavior/Culture fit interview

Booking.com is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We strive to move well beyond traditional equal opportunity and work to create an environment that allows everyone to thrive.

Pre-Employment Screening

If your application is successful, your personal data may be used for a pre-employment screening check by a third party as permitted by applicable law. Depending on the vacancy and applicable law, a pre-employment screening may include employment history, education and other information (such as media information) that may be necessary for determining your qualifications and suitability for the position.