Software Development Engineer 4

Summary of the Role

As a Senior Developer within the Airlines Solution Engineering division of Amadeus Travel Unit, you will play a key role in the ARI transformation from PSS to Nevio, Amadeus’ next-generation retailing platform. This role involves designing and developing cloud-native applications that enable fraud protection capabilities for airlines. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions aligned with industry best practices and Nevio’s traveler-centric principles.

In This Role You’ll / Your Main Responsibilities

• Lead development efforts for ARI transformation, ensuring seamless migration from PSS to Nevio.

• Design and develop Java-based microservices for high-volume, low-latency applications.

• Work on data streaming and real-time processing using Apache Kafka; optimize performance for mission-critical systems.

• Collaborate with product and functional experts to deliver customer-facing solutions with a product/platform mindset.

• Drive automation and DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code.

• Ensure built-in quality and security across all stages of development.

• Participate in architecture discussions, propose improvements, and contribute to technical direction.

• Work autonomously and guide team members to achieve sprint objectives.

• Engage in cross-geography collaboration, occasionally working overlapping hours with global teams.

• Promote agile principles and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

About the Ideal Candidate

• Experience & Background

  • 9-11 years in software development with expertise in Java microservices and cloud-native architecture.

  • Proven experience in end-to-end implementation and hosting of microservices-based products.

  • Strong knowledge of NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Cassandra, HBase) and relational databases (OLAP, OLTP).

  • Hands-on experience with Apache Kafka for streaming and real-time data processing; MQ messaging is a plus.

  • Solid understanding of OOP concepts, design patterns, multithreading, memory management, and performance optimization.

  • Exposure to Python, Scala, or R and familiarity with Databricks, data warehousing, and Azure stack is desirable.

  • Experience with airline industry standards such as NDC is a strong advantage.

• Skills & Attributes

  • Adaptable, curious, and detail-oriented with a strong customer focus.

  • Excellent communication and presentation skills; able to work in a fast-paced environment.

  • Agile mindset with a commitment to quality and accountability.

  • Collaborative team player who can work across geographies and foster synergy.

  • Ready to embrace challenges and work with a DevOps mindset.

• Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field.

What we can offer you

• A critical mission and purpose - At Amadeus, you will power the future of travel with a critical mission and extraordinary purpose.

• A truly global DNA - Everything at Amadeus is global, from our people to our business, which translates into our footprint, processes, and culture.

• Great opportunities to learn - Learning happens all the time and in many ways at Amadeus, from on-the-job training to formal activities, and daily interactions.

• A caring environment – Amadeus fosters a caring environment that supports both professional growth and personal well-being.

• A complete rewards offer - Amadeus provides attractive compensation packages, including salary, bonus, caregiving and health benefits.

• A flexible working model - Embrace our flexible working model, enabling you to excel wherever and however you work best.

• A diverse, equitable, and inclusive community – We are committed to enabling each employee to reach their full potential by fostering a culture of belonging and fair treatment.

• A Reliable Company - Trust and reliability are fundamental to shaping our relationships with customers, partners, and employees.

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