Associate Software Engineer

Candidates typically face a three‑stage process: an online coding test focusing on data structures, arrays and string manipulation; a technical interview that dives deeper into system design, React/Node.js concepts and AI‑assistant usage; followed by an HR round assessing cultural fit and communication skills. Preparing with coding platforms and reviewing Priceline’s tech stack greatly improves success chances.

Priceline promotes a collaborative hybrid work model that balances onsite teamwork with remote flexibility. Employees enjoy a supportive environment that encourages innovation, continuous learning and a healthy work‑life balance, backed by robust career growth programs.

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics & Communication, or any related engineering discipline with a minimum of 60% aggregate (or CGPA 6.0/10). Graduating batch between 2022 and 2025 is preferred. No active backlogs at the time of joining. Minimum 2 years of professional experience in JavaScript/TypeScript development with a proven track record of delivering consumer‑facing web applications.

Round 1: Online Coding Assessment → Round 2: Technical Interview (coding, system design, and AI‑tool usage) → Round 3: HR Interview

Priceline is one of the world’s leading online travel companies and a key member of the Booking Holdings family, which also owns brands like Booking.com, Agoda, Kayak and OpenTable. With a market cap of over $80 billion, Priceline connects millions of travelers to affordable flights, hotels and holiday packages every day. The company’s technology platform powers high‑volume search, booking and personalization experiences for a global audience, making it a fertile ground for engineers who love to solve large‑scale, customer‑centric problems. The work culture at Priceline blends the agility of a startup with the stability of a mature enterprise. Employees enjoy a hybrid model that encourages collaboration on site two days a week while offering flexibility to work remotely the rest of the time. The organization places a strong emphasis on innovation, continuous learning and a people‑first mindset, fostering an environment where ideas are heard and ownership is rewarded. In the role of Associate Software Engineer, you will be part of an autonomous, cross‑functional squad that owns end‑to‑end features for the Unified Search & Book platform. You will collaborate closely with front‑end, iOS and Android developers, as well as backend engineers, to deliver fast, reliable and personalized checkout experiences for high‑traffic travel searches. The position offers exposure to cutting‑edge AI‑assisted development tools, modern JavaScript frameworks and large‑scale GraphQL APIs, making it ideal for engineers eager to deepen their expertise while contributing to mission‑critical products. Key Responsibilities: 1. Design, develop, and maintain high‑performance React components for customer‑facing search and booking pages. 2. Build and optimize Node.js services using Express or similar frameworks to support backend integrations. 3. Write, consume, and fine‑tune GraphQL queries and mutations to bridge complex data sources. 4. Participate in code reviews, ensuring adherence to coding standards, performance best practices and security guidelines. 5. Implement client‑side error handling and recovery mechanisms to improve resilience. 6. Collaborate with product and UX teams to translate requirements into scalable technical solutions. 7. Leverage AI coding assistants (e.g., GitHub Copilot) to accelerate development and automate UI testing. 8. Monitor application performance in production and drive continuous improvement initiatives. 9. Contribute to the team’s agile ceremonies, sprint planning and retrospective discussions. Tech Stack: React, TypeScript, JavaScript, Node.js, Express, GraphQL, REST, Java (optional), Git, CI/CD pipelines, AI‑assisted development tools. Growth Path: Starting as an Associate Engineer, you can progress to Software Engineer, Senior Engineer, Tech Lead and eventually Engineering Manager or Architect, with opportunities to specialize in frontend, backend or full‑stack domains. Why Join Priceline? You will work on a global platform that impacts millions of travelers, benefit from generous travel perks, competitive compensation and a vibrant hybrid work environment. The company’s commitment to diversity, inclusion and continuous learning ensures you can grow both technically and personally while being part of a brand that reshapes how people experience travel.