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Associate Software Engineerkayak • Cambridge, AU
Associate Software Engineer

Associate Software Engineer

kayak • Cambridge, AU
30+ days ago
Job description

Associate Software Engineer at kayak.

About the role Join KAYAK's Cars Meta UI team to develop the user interface for our car search experience. This role focuses on front-end development, contributing to a platform used by millions of travelers daily. You will grow your skills within a supportive team environment.

Key facts

  • Location: Cambridge or Concord, MA (hybrid, 3 days/week in office)
  • Engagement: Full-time
  • Compensation: $95,000 - $105,000 (plus annual bonus and RSU grants)
  • Team: Cars Meta UI

What you'll do

  • Develop front-end features for KAYAK's car search platform with guidance from senior engineers.
  • Write clean and maintainable code using React and TypeScript, adhering to team quality standards.
  • Work with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to build user-facing experiences for web and mobile.
  • Participate in code reviews, offering and receiving feedback.
  • Create unit, integration, and end-to-end tests to ensure software reliability.
  • Utilize AI coding tools to enhance development speed and code quality.
  • Engage in agile ceremonies like sprint planning, standups, and retrospectives.

Requirements

  • A degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field, or a strong portfolio.
  • Fundamental knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
  • Experience with React or a similar modern UI framework.
  • Familiarity with Git for version control and collaborative coding.
  • Ability to use AI coding tools to improve development efficiency and code quality.
  • Clear communication skills and a collaborative approach to teamwork and feedback.
  • Capacity to work in a hybrid model, attending the Cambridge or Concord office at least 3 days per week.

Nice to have

  • Exposure to TypeScript.

Skills & tools

  • HTML
  • CSS
  • JavaScript
  • React
  • TypeScript
  • Git
  • AI coding tools (e.g., Claude Code)

Practical notes

  • Employees can work remotely for up to 20 days per year.
  • Benefits include company-paid therapy sessions via SpringHealth and a HeadSpace subscription.
  • The company observes a full week off annually for team-wide recharge.
  • Fridays are designated as no-meeting days.
  • Paid parental leave is provided.
  • Generous paid vacation and a day off for your birthday are included.
  • Paid volunteer time is offered.
  • Career growth is supported through Development Dollars, leadership development, and e-learning access.
  • Travel discounts are available.
  • Competitive retirement and health plans are provided.
  • Free lunch is offered two days per week.
  • Quarterly social events are organized.
  • KAYAK supports adjustments for interviews, applications, or on the job.

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