About the job
Join Taekus, an innovative fintech and travel startup, as we redefine the premium financial services landscape. With a remarkable annual revenue of $70M and exciting new partnerships with carriers, we are poised for substantial growth, particularly in our loyalty engine.
We are on the lookout for a talented Software Engineer with expertise in flight routing and booking systems. As part of our Flights & Loyalty team, you will collaborate closely with our aviation loyalty specialist to enhance our flight search and booking capabilities.
Seize the chance to be part of a $3.2 trillion market opportunity and innovate in the super-premium segment of rewards credit cards.
Interview Process:
Candidates should be prepared to travel for an onsite interview in San Francisco, New York, Chicago, or Austin. All travel expenses will be covered by Taekus.
Your Responsibilities:
Lead the delivery of core features by managing major releases across the entire flight booking process, from search to booking creation and fulfillment.
Develop the logic for award ticket pricing and facilitate point transfers to our partners.
Integrate with external airlines and GDS partners, navigating complex communication protocols and data schemas.
What You Bring:
A minimum of 6 years of engineering experience, with a strong focus on production-grade Python development.
Familiarity with GDS systems like Amadeus or Sabre.
Proficient in: Python/Django, TypeScript, React, PostgreSQL, and AWS.
A passion for credit card points and travel hacking, with personal experience booking flights using points.
Experience building flight inventory scrapers, managing multiple credit cards, and engaging with FlyerTalk is a bonus.
This Role Is Perfect For You If:
You thrive in a rapidly scaling startup and are eager to contribute to foundational projects.
You enjoy making a significant impact through your work.
Travel is a core part of your life, and you want to channel that passion into your career.
You excel in a dynamic environment and relish the challenge of growth.

