Senior Lead Software Engineer, Front End

Overview

Senior Lead Software Engineer, Front End (Bangkok based, Relocation provided)

About Agoda

Agoda is an online travel booking platform for accommodations, flights, and more. We build and deploy cutting-edge technology that connects travelers with a global network of 4.7M hotels and holiday properties worldwide, plus flights, activities, and more. Based in Asia and part of Booking Holdings, our 7,100+ employees representing 95+ nationalities in 27 markets foster a work environment rich in diversity, creativity, and collaboration. We innovate through a culture of experimentation and ownership, enhancing the ability for our customers to experience the world.

The Opportunity

Agoda is looking for developers optimizing user interfaces that enhance the user experience for millions of travelers worldwide. This position requires a deep understanding of front-end development principles, a passion for crafting exceptional user experiences, and expertise in various front-end technologies. You will have the chance to work on innovative projects, using cutting-edge technologies, and make a significant impact on our business and the travel industry.

In this role, you'll get to

• Architecting and developing high-performance, cross-platform web applications
• Leading the design and implementation of Backend-for-Frontend (BFF) services
• Establishing and enforcing best practices for front-end testing and quality assurance
• Driving initiatives to optimize Core Web Vitals and overall application performance
• Owning a big chunk of Agoda's system from the north-star vision down to the bytecode level
• Enabling impactful collaboration and cross-team projects on big projects, improving the quality of services, code, and architecture
• Providing thoughtful feedback, nurturing an inclusive engineering environment, and championing engineering fundamentals
• Identifying and implementing optimization opportunities across the technology stack, focusing on cost, efficiency, velocity, and developer happiness
• Exhibiting technical leadership throughout the organization, conveying complex technical trade-offs to non-technical stakeholders

What you'll Need to Succeed

• Overall experience of 10+ years in engineering roles
• Hands-on experience owning production services with significant impact on design, development, deployment, monitoring, and evolution
• Curiosity and staying on the cutting edge of technological improvements and open-source advancement
• Advanced proficiency in modern JavaScript frameworks and state management solutions
• Deep understanding of cross-platform development challenges and solutions
• Extensive experience with Backend-for-Frontend (BFF) patterns and micro-frontend architecture
• Expert-level knowledge of front-end testing methodologies, tools, and best practices
• Proven track record of optimizing applications for Core Web Vitals and web performance
• Strong understanding of web security, accessibility standards, and SEO best practices
• Ability to conduct deep research and make decisions on complex projects; can work independently or as part of a team
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical details to stakeholders at all levels
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

Nice to have

• Master's or Ph.D. in a technical field
• Deep understanding of React and state managers (Redux, Zustand, Valtio)
• Experience with C# and .Net Core
• Experience with Kotlin or other JVM languages

Location

This position is based in Bangkok, Thailand (Relocation Provided)

Equal Opportunity

At Agoda, we pride ourselves on being a company represented by people of all different backgrounds and orientations. We prioritize attracting diverse talent and cultivating an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and innovation. Employment at Agoda is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity regardless of sex, age, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, citizenship, veteran or military status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Privacy and Recruitment

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Disclaimer

We do not accept any terms or conditions, nor do we recognize any agency's representation of a candidate, from unsolicited third-party or agency submissions. If we receive unsolicited or speculative CVs, we reserve the right to contact and hire the candidate directly without any obligation to pay a recruitment fee.

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