Senior Software Engineer, Localization Platform (Backend focused)

GetYourGuide seeks a Senior Software Engineer for its Localization Platform team in Zürich, focusing on backend development. The role involves building scalable systems for global content localization, supporting market launches, and enabling product teams to ship in any language. The position requires strong Java and Spring Boot skills, experience with distributed systems, and a passion for technical excellence in a hybrid work environment.

This role is part of the Central Services group, which builds foundational platform capabilities critical to GetYourGuide’s global operations. The Localization Platform Team creates systems that manage translated content and enable scalable, low-risk market rollouts. Their mission is to turn localization into a strategic, repeatable capability so any product team can launch in any market without handling translation themselves.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate in a cross-functional team with engineers, product, and data professionals.
• Continuously enhance code quality, system performance, and development processes.
• Design and implement scalable backend solutions that support growing demands.
• Support rapid iteration by creating experiments, internal tools, and user-facing features.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years of professional software development experience.
• Strong proficiency in Java and Spring Boot frameworks.
• Experience designing and deploying web applications and services.
• Familiarity with distributed systems and asynchronous messaging patterns.
• Experience operating at scale, including CI/CD pipelines and cloud DevOps practices.
• Proven ability in stakeholder management, technical leadership, and cross-team coordination.
• Capability to translate ideas into fast, reliable, and maintainable code.
• Positive, proactive attitude with a passion for software craftsmanship.
• Customer-focused approach and data-driven decision-making.
• Hands-on experience using and experimenting with AI technologies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, including the ability to explain technical topics clearly.

Nice to have

• Experience creating internal SDKs, libraries, API documentation, and developer tooling for other teams.
• Prior work with localization platforms or tools.
• Experience in GraphQL ecosystems.
• Background in SLO/SLA management and platform reliability.
• Knowledge of security and scalability in asynchronous workflows.
• Experience migrating monolithic applications to microservices architectures.
• Previous roles in the e-commerce industry.
• Experience in startup environments.

What the company offers

• Annual personal growth budget and mentorship programs to support continuous learning.
• Option to work remotely anywhere in the world for up to 30 days per year.
• Hybrid work model: three days in-office (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday) and two optional remote days.
• Opportunities to connect with colleagues through quarterly team events and annual company-wide gatherings.
• Monthly budget for transportation and fitness activities.
• Discounts on GetYourGuide experiences for you, your friends, and family.
• Language reimbursement program.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

About the company

GetYourGuide connects travelers with unique experiences worldwide and aims to make every journey extraordinary. The company fosters a global community of explorers and supports personal growth through mentorship and development programs. It promotes a flexible hybrid work model and encourages collaboration through regular team and company events.

• Commitment to creating unforgettable travel experiences globally.
• Support for continuous learning and personal development.
• Flexible hybrid work model balancing collaboration and remote focus.
• Regular team and company-wide events to encourage social interaction.
• Culture of innovation and technical excellence.

How to apply

Documents to submit:

• CV/resume

Application language: English