Junior Software Engineer II - Graduate Programme 2027 (Shanghai)

About Booking.com

Do you dream of a world where travel is effortless and personalised? At Booking.com, we're making that dream a reality. For over 20 years, we've been revolutionising the travel industry, starting with online hotel bookings. Today, we're building a one-stop platform that encompasses flights, taxis, rental cars, tours, and more, crafting a flawless travel experience.

Our dynamic team in Shanghai plays a pivotal role in bringing this vision to life. By booking dream flights to exotic destinations, streamlining airport transfers with convenient taxis, enabling exploration through car rentals, and providing tickets to must-see attractions, we help travellers unlock unforgettable experiences.

We're not just about booking hotels anymore; we're crafting personalised journeys that go beyond expectations. Join a team of passionate individuals who grow with challenges and embrace change, seeing every obstacle as an opportunity to innovate and improve the travel experience for everyone. Through our products, partners and people, we make it easier for everyone to experience the world.

About the graduate programme

Launch your software engineering career with Booking.com's dynamic 12-month graduate programme. Work alongside experts redefining the company from a single-product platform to a multi-service travel leader. Collaborate with experienced engineers from day one, designing and delivering innovative travel solutions. This programme prioritizes your growth with dedicated mentorship, an onboarding bootcamp, and rotations across our engineering business units, equipping you with world-class technical expertise.

This is your chance to:

• Launch your career at a global leader in travel technology.

• Master the fundamentals of software engineering alongside industry experts.

• Gain practical experience building products used by millions.

• Innovate and impact the travel landscape for millions.

Shape the future of travel through Software Engineering

You'll play a pivotal role in crafting unforgettable travel experiences. By harnessing the power of data, you'll transform how travelers plan their adventures.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a team of engineers to craft, develop, and deliver high-quality software solutions.

• Coordinate for the end-to-end delivery of your projects.

• Learn new technologies and stay ahead of the curve.

• Contribute to the evolution of our engineering standard processes.

• Write clear, concise, and comprehensive user documentation.

To succeed in this role, you'll need

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related STEM-field. Note that your graduation date has to be in 2026 or 2027.

• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

• Excellent interpersonal skills.

• Understanding of object-oriented code or Javascript and React.

• A passion for travel and technology.

What we offer

• A modern office located in the heart of Shanghai.

• Impactful training and development, including in Java and professional growth in building software applications, software system design, technical incident management and architectural mentorship.

• An award winning company culture (Best Workplace for Women 2024 & In-house Recruitment Early Careers Award Finalists 2024)

• The opportunity to work on meaningful and exciting projects.

• A fast-paced and ambitious culture.

• The chance to make a real difference in the travel industry.

• Technical, behavioral and interpersonal competence advancement via on-the-job opportunities, experimental projects, hackathons, conferences and active community participation.

• 15 days’ annual leave plus 10 days’ care leave per year

In order to be eligible for this programme you need to:

• Graduate in 2027 or have graduated in 2026.

• Be available to start a full time position for our 12 month programme in September 2027.

• Be able to commute to our office in Shanghai.

• Submit your application with a resume/CV in English. Resumes in other languages will not be considered. Day-to-day work in Shanghai will utilize both English and Mandarin Chinese to ensure efficiency when collaborating with international and local team members.

Inclusion at Booking.com:

Inclusion has been a core part of our company culture since day one. This ongoing journey starts with our very own employees, who represent over 140 nationalities and a wide range of ethnic and social backgrounds, genders and sexual orientations.

Take it from our Chief People Officer, Paulo Pisano: “At Booking.com, the diversity of our people doesn’t just build an outstanding workplace, it also creates a better and more inclusive travel experience for everyone. Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. It’s a place where you can make your mark and have a real impact in travel and tech.”

We ensure that colleagues with disabilities are provided the adjustments and tools they need to participate in the job application and interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Pre-Employment Screening

If your application is successful, your personal data may be used for a pre-employment screening check by a third party as permitted by applicable law. Depending on the vacancy and applicable law, a pre-employment screening may include employment history, education and other information (such as media information) that may be necessary for determining your qualifications and suitability for the position.