Software Engineer – User Generated Content (all genders)

Start your very own journey – with HolidayCheck!

At HolidayCheck, everything revolves around making vacations better – together. We're not only enabling the best time of the year for our travelers, but also creating an inspiring work atmosphere for our HolidayCheckers in our modern office in Munich or Bottighofen (Switzerland).

We live our company values every day: as #TeamHolidayCheck, we build trust, take ownership, and love what we do – all for the perfect holiday experience!

As a Fullstack Software Engineer on HolidayCheck’s User Generated Content (UGC) team, you will build the next generation of systems that power authentic traveler contributions. From reviews and ratings to photos and tips, you’ll enable millions of users to share their experiences and, in turn, help others make confident, trustworthy travel decisions. Together with product managers, designers, data scientists, and fellow engineers, you’ll deliver scalable, AI-driven solutions that surface the most relevant insights - making UGC more meaningful, accessible, and impactful than ever before.

Your Tasks

• Build fullstack systems that collect, process, and display UGC at scale
• Develop reliable backend services and APIs for reviews, photos, and ratings
• Create intuitive, responsive interfaces that encourage traveler contributions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve the traveler journey
• Use data and feedback to refine ranking, personalization, and recommendations

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience
• 2 - 3 years of professional experience in software engineering
• Familiarity with JavaScript, TypeScript, and Node.js for both frontend and backend development
• Experience or exposure to writing automated tests for frontend and backend applications
• Understanding of CI/CD tools and workflows
• Basic knowledge of databases (SQL, NoSQL, or key-value stores)
• Experience with additional programming languages such as Python, Go, Scala, or PHP is a plus

Our “All Inclusive Package” for you

Workation & Flexibility

• 20 days of workation within the EU – work where others go on vacation
• 60/40 hybrid model: two office days for collaboration & team spirit, three days remote
• Flexible working hours – early bird or night owl? We’ve got you covered!

Development & Culture

• Extensive internal & external training opportunities
• Diverse corporate culture with over 30 nationalities
• From newbie to champion: structured onboarding for a smooth start

Perks & Appreciation

• Anniversary perks in the form of extra vacation days or travel subsidies
• Your choice of hardware – Mac, Windows, or Linux
• Free parking or public transport subsidy

Work-Life-Balance & Wellbeing

• Childcare subsidy for a family-friendly balance
• Depending on location: EGYM Wellpass / Hansefit membership or gym subsidy
• Healthy & delicious meals in the cafeteria or from our in-house chef Evelyn

Ready to join the HolidayCheck adventure? Then grab your suitcase full of talent and send us your application!

About us

Let’s make holidays better – together!

HolidayCheck is one of Europe’s leading digital companies for holidaymakers. We bring together under one roof the hotel review and travel booking portal HolidayCheck, the tour operator HolidayCheck Reisen, and our rental car platform.

Our vision? Make holidays better! Our culture? Colorful, international, and diverse! Here, people with a wide range of skills and personalities come together to create an inspiring environment – full of ideas, learning opportunities, and team spirit. Sounds like you? Then join our team!