Associate Software Engineer at kayak.
About the role Join KAYAK's Cars Meta UI team to develop the user interface for our car search experience. This role focuses on front-end development, contributing to a platform used by millions of travelers daily. You will grow your skills within a supportive team environment.
Key facts
- Location: Cambridge or Concord, MA (hybrid, 3 days/week in office)
- Engagement: Full-time
- Compensation: $95,000 - $105,000 (plus annual bonus and RSU grants)
- Team: Cars Meta UI
What you'll do
- Develop front-end features for KAYAK's car search platform with guidance from senior engineers.
- Write clean and maintainable code using React and TypeScript, adhering to team quality standards.
- Work with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to build user-facing experiences for web and mobile.
- Participate in code reviews, offering and receiving feedback.
- Create unit, integration, and end-to-end tests to ensure software reliability.
- Utilize AI coding tools to enhance development speed and code quality.
- Engage in agile ceremonies like sprint planning, standups, and retrospectives.
Requirements
- A degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field, or a strong portfolio.
- Fundamental knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Experience with React or a similar modern UI framework.
- Familiarity with Git for version control and collaborative coding.
- Ability to use AI coding tools to improve development efficiency and code quality.
- Clear communication skills and a collaborative approach to teamwork and feedback.
- Capacity to work in a hybrid model, attending the Cambridge or Concord office at least 3 days per week.
Nice to have
- Exposure to TypeScript.
Skills & tools
- HTML
- CSS
- JavaScript
- React
- TypeScript
- Git
- AI coding tools (e.g., Claude Code)
Practical notes
- Employees can work remotely for up to 20 days per year.
- Benefits include company-paid therapy sessions via SpringHealth and a HeadSpace subscription.
- The company observes a full week off annually for team-wide recharge.
- Fridays are designated as no-meeting days.
- Paid parental leave is provided.
- Generous paid vacation and a day off for your birthday are included.
- Paid volunteer time is offered.
- Career growth is supported through Development Dollars, leadership development, and e-learning access.
- Travel discounts are available.
- Competitive retirement and health plans are provided.
- Free lunch is offered two days per week.
- Quarterly social events are organized.
- KAYAK supports adjustments for interviews, applications, or on the job.
Associate Software Engineer in Cambridge employer: kayak
KAYAK is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, particularly for the Associate Software Engineer role in Cambridge or Concord, MA. With a strong emphasis on employee growth through Development Dollars and leadership development, KAYAK also offers unique benefits such as company-paid therapy sessions, generous paid vacation, and a week off annually for team recharge. The hybrid work model, combined with engaging social events and a supportive environment, makes KAYAK an attractive place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
