Software Engineer (Backend)

SkyLink is revolutionizing corporate travel management through an innovative AI-powered platform. As a Backend Software Engineer, you'll be part of building a cutting-edge system that allows travelers to book and manage travel through chat or email interfaces.

Our platform leverages advanced natural language processing and generative AI to handle complex travel itineraries and changes using conversational English. We're backed by prestigious investors including Menlo Ventures, Y Combinator, Human Capital, and Fortune 50 CEOs, with former Global Travel company CEOs on our advisory board.

You'll be joining a dynamic team focused on building scalable systems that integrate with major travel platforms. Your responsibilities will include creating unified APIs, designing database models, implementing travel booking algorithms, and architecting AI-driven solutions using LLMs.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of experience building complex technical systems and thrives in collaborative environments. You should be comfortable balancing technical debt with rapid development, have strong security knowledge, and experience with infrastructure management.

Key Technical Aspects:

• Backend stack: Python, Django, Celery, Redis, Postgres
• Infrastructure: AWS, Docker
• Integration with travel systems like Sabre, TravelPort, Amadeus
• AI/ML implementation for natural language processing
• Microservices architecture and API design

You'll be responsible for:

• Building scalable backend systems for travel management
• Implementing secure payment and booking systems
• Designing efficient database schemas
• Creating robust APIs for travel platform integration
• Managing cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines
• Contributing to AI/ML model implementation

We offer competitive compensation ($100K-$160K), equity (0.02%-0.10%), comprehensive healthcare, 401(k), unlimited PTO, and hybrid work arrangement in New York City. Join us in transforming the corporate travel industry through innovative technology solutions.