Senior Software Engineer (Ruby | We also hire for Python, Elixir and Frontend with React JS/TS)

Senior Ruby Software Engineer (f/m/x) at the company

Please note we are also looking for Python, Elixir and Frontend (React JS/TS) engineers so if this is more relevant you can also apply.

We are the world’s leading ground transportation B2B marketplace and give passengers seamless access to ground transportation online, from search to ticket purchase (here you can already imagine the complexity and interesting challenges tied to this).

We have built a cutting-edge B2B technology platform that connects bus, rail and ferry operators in 70+ countries with the biggest online retailers including Google Maps and Booking.com. 

We are shaping the future of travel and building the largest global network of transport providers and retailers. We are one of the fastest growing startups in travel, backed by two leading VCs (TQ Ventures & Lightrock), and now, following our recent $80m Series C funding, we are ready to push beyond.

Why join Distribusion now? This is actually a great time to join Distribusion and here’s why!

Powered by the recent $80m Series C funding in September 2024, we've moved beyond the early startup phase where the foundations are still being laid, but at the same time, we're not yet a fully mature company where your role might be limited to making minor improvements to already established systems. 

Rather, Distribusion is perfectly positioned in the sweet spot – we've achieved a level of scale that presents great challenges, yet there's still ample room for making significant enhancements as an individual contributor or as a leader. Your impact and contributions will truly be valuable and meaningful!

The role & team

We are searching for a Senior Ruby Software Engineer, to join our Engineering team. The role implies contribution to the product & technical domains of excellence in the main API product that allows big retailers to seamlessly purchase tickets from bus & rail carriers around the globe. Our team enables the functionality of a booking system, including booking orchestration, invoicing, ticketing, and more. The tech stack consists of multiple services. For smaller business domains, we use dedicated microservices in Ruby and Grape, and for the bigger ones, we have services in Ruby on Rails.

What you will do:

·        Deliver high-quality Ruby code for new carrier & retailer integrations.

·        Manage and orchestrate a large number of microservices.

·        Maintain existing Ruby code.

·        Improve test coverage and quality of deliverables.

·        Contribute to system architectural decisions within the team.

·        Contribute to the development of internal tools and libraries.

·        Mentoring and guiding junior team members.

Workplace:

You can work fully remote or from the vibrant office in Berlin.

You have: 

·        5-10+ years of software engineering experience. (Please note we have technical challenges for engineers with 10+ years of experience operating at Staff/Principal level and you are also welcome to apply if you are in this category.)  

·        Extensive experience integrating external APIs.

·        Experience working with microservices and/or service-oriented architecture.

·        Good understanding of Kubernetes from a software engineering perspective.

·        Experience working with public cloud providers (GCP is preferred).

·        Good understanding of relational and non-relational database principles.

·        Hands-on experience in designing robust REST APIs.

·        You show ownership and responsibility for your problem space.

·        You are fluent in English, both verbal and written.

What you can expect:

·        You will join a fast-paced travel tech company and take on a rapidly growing industry.

·        You will take on ownership and responsibility from day one and have a direct impact on the success of the company.

·        We value agility! We’re constantly updating our tech stack and offer the best possible tools to ensure all of our in-house engineers, partners, and carriers benefit from cutting-edge, efficient solutions.

·        You will work with global companies - our product attracts the biggest names in travel technology, such as Booking.com, Google Maps, and national carriers like Amtrak, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, and SNCF.

·        You will join an international team of talented and driven people with a clear mission. Expect your colleagues to inspire, support and challenge you every day!

·        We offer flexible and remote working conditions, relocation opportunities, and career growth in a small and developing company.

Our impact on the society and our contribution to reducing the harm of global warming

We are making ground transportation more online accessible and more convenient to use for millions of travelers. Transportation accounts for nearly 20% of global CO2 emissions, and each trip booked via Distribusion’s platform that substitutes a more polluted and congested mode of transport such as taxi, private car, or plane, directly contributes to reducing global carbon emissions. 

At Distribusion, we believe that diverse and inclusive teams are key to shaping the future of travel and having a positive impact on millions of travelers worldwide. Therefore, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity.

Do you want to work on a product that is used by millions of people daily with a high load, availability and scalability and most advanced technology? Come join us!