trivago N.V.

Palma, Spain | Posted: 5 years ago

If you possess excellent programming skills, bring creative ideas to life, and have a passion for developing web applications, then we want to hear from you!

We are looking for a full-stack web developer with a strong focus on back-end development. We need a person who wants to work with great developers on evolving our existing web products, that thousands of users interact with on a daily base. As a back-end developer, you'll work closely with our engineers to ensure system consistency and improve user experience. You will code and test new software products and add features to existing software modules.

If you are constantly seeking new challenges and want to work within a creative, cutting edge setting, then read on and apply today!



What you'll do:

• Take part in the entire application lifecycle and be our coding and debugging expert.


• Bring the finished front-end code to life by giving it functionality.


• Write unit tests and perform code reviews to ensure flawless code.


• Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server side logic.


• Translate end-user requirements into pragmatic and effective technical solutions.


• Use your creative mind and develop together with the web and product team strategies to improve user experience.


• Create software that's extensible, reusable and meets desired architectural objectives.


• Together with your colleagues and your team lead, you find creative solutions to exciting coding challenges.

The ideal candidate:

• Is fluent in English (our company language) and has a valid working permit to work in Spain.


• Has a bachelor's, master's, or doctorate degree in Computer Science or a related technical field.


• Has 2-4 years of recent hands-on coding and software design.


• Testing isn't just a nice-to-have for you, it's a must.


• Has solid OOP and software design knowledge.


• Proficient in building robust and scalable software in PHP.


• Knows the languages which power the web such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.


• Has experience with at least one PHP Framework, especially with Symfony.


• Knows how to improve the performance of MySQL databases and queries.


• Is a fanatic learner and overcome every obstacle with great solutions.


• Loves working in an agile and ever-changing environment.


• Needless to say, he/she is an honest person that enjoys working in a team.

What we'd love you to have:

• Experience with Hadoop and Impala are considered to be a plus.

Life at trivago is:

• A unique culture with a strong sense of community and an agile, international work environment.


• The opportunity for self-driven individuals to have a direct impact on the business.


• The freedom to embrace small-scale failures as a path to large-scale success.


• The belief that factual proof is the driving force behind all decisions and determines the way forward.


• The chance to develop personally and professionally due to a strong feedback culture and access to training and workshops.


• Flexibility for all talents to contribute value and maintain a healthy work-life balance.


• A state-of-the-art campus with world-class ergonomics that supports your health and happiness, 30+ sports and a multi-cuisine cafeteria to satisfy your inner foodie.


• To find out more about life at trivago, follow us on social media @lifeattrivago.


• To learn more about tech at trivago, check out our blog: https://tech.trivago.com/

Additional information:

• trivago N.V. is an equal opportunity employer. Applications from individuals with disabilities are welcome.

What we need you to provide:

In the 'My Experience' step of the application process, please upload the following documents in PDF format:

• CV


• Salary expectations per annum gross in Euro.


• For non-EU citizens and if available: a copy of your work permit or visa.

Looking forward to hearing from you!