Software Engineer- Mid level

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FareHarbor in Amsterdam is hiring a Software Engineer to join Core team, building scalable backend features and translating business needs into practical Python solutions while collaborating with product. You’ll design APIs, tackle production issues, and improve code quality and security. Requirements: 3+ years with production systems, strong Python (Django a plus), experience with scalable architectures and databases, plus clear communication. Nice to have: FastAPI, SQLAlchemy, observability tools. Benefits include 26 vacation days, hybrid work, Amsterdam location, and an Ohana culture. Note relocation from outside Europe isn’t offered. To apply, tailor your resume to show backend design impact, API work, including links to relevant projects.

About FareHarbor

At FareHarbor, our mission is to make experiences better for everyone. Founded in 2013 in Hawaii and acquired by Booking Holdings in 2018, FareHarbor creates powerful tools that enable our clients (think boat rentals, museums, food tours, events and more!) to operate and grow.

With over 20,000 clients across 90+ countries—we’re the largest in our industry and shaping the future of travel, together.

Our team is an ‘Ohana of 700+ people around the world. We’re passionate about pioneering an industry, embracing challenges with open arms, and delivering value to the experiences industry.

About the Role:

FareHarbor, a Booking Holding Company, is looking for full time, mid level software engineers to join our Engineering teams in Amsterdam, with a focus on solving Product Teams shared challenges, delivering reusable tools/components, and improving the developer efficiency.

A Software Engineer is responsible for delivering the technical components of products and services. They translate business requirements into practical solutions, estimate effort, and ensure a high standard of code quality and craftsmanship. This role will be part of the Core pillar, working on cross-product backend features.

What you’ll do here:

• Design and build scalable, reliable backend features across our products
• Translate business requirements into practical technical solutions
• Estimate effort, deliver incrementally, and communicate progress clearly
• Prioritize tasks, identify dependencies, and flag risks early
• Troubleshoot production issues and improve reliability through root-cause analysis
• Contribute to secure coding practices and review code with a security mindset
• Collaborate closely with product, design, and other engineering teams
• Help improve team processes and share knowledge with teammates

Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience working with production systems and large codebases
• Strong Python skills (Django is a plus)
• Experience designing and implementing clean HTTP APIs (REST/GraphQL)
• Practical experience with scalable systems (caching, queues, load balancing, sharding)
• Solid database experience: schema design, indexing, query optimization
• Strong debugging and troubleshooting experience in production environments
• Ability to design systems, make architecture trade-offs, and document decisions
• Comfortable working independently, prioritizing effectively, and operating in an agile, fast-paced environment
• Clear and open communicator who collaborates well across teams

Nice to have (not required):

• Experience with modern Python frameworks (e.g., Django, FastAPI)
• Experience with ORMs (e.g., SQLAlchemy) and typed Python
• Knowledge of Domain-Driven Design
• Experience with message queues, Redis, background workers, cloud pipelines
• Exposure to frontend tech (e.g., Vue.js) for cross-stack collaboration
• Experience with observability tools and incident response

Benefits

• Global leave benefit
  • 22 weeks paid parental leave
  • 2 weeks paid grandparent leave
  • Extended care and bereavement leave
• Life insurance policy
• Pension Plan
• Central Amsterdam Location
• Discount CZ insurance
• Working in a multicultural environment - 45 different nationalities
• Commuting allowance for public transport & subsidized lunch
• Wellness benefits (Headspace subscription & wellness webinars)
• Hybrid friendly
• Work-from-home assistance
• Educational Opportunities
• Social hours & events and team-building
• 26 vacation days per year

• (This role does not offer relocation from outside Europe)

At FareHarbor, we believe making experiences better for everyone starts with fostering a workplace where every voice is heard and everyone is empowered to thrive. We’re committed to inclusion, welcoming all qualified job seekers to apply and join our ‘ohana.

FareHarbor is an equal opportunity employer in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need adjustments during the application or interview process, or on the job, we’re here to support you. Please reach out to your recruiter to request any accommodations.

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