Nelia Mandeliuk

Recruiter

Nelia Mandeliuk

Software Solution Architect (Travel Domain)

About
We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Software Solution Architect to join our team, focusing on architecting and designing cutting-edge solutions within the travel and hospitality domain. You will be responsible for translating complex business requirements into scalable, robust, and cost-effective technical architectures.
This role requires a deep understanding of the unique challenges and systems present in the travel industry, including booking engines, GDS integrations, loyalty programs, and high-volume transaction processing.
It is a Contractor position (part-time).

What we are looking for:
- Domain Experience: 5+ years of architectural design experience within the travel, airline, or hospitality sector is mandatory
- Technical Depth: Extensive experience with modern architectural patterns (Microservices, Event-Driven Architecture, Serverless) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
- System Knowledge: Proven experience with high-volume, transactional systems and distributed computing. Familiarity with specific travel technology protocols and APIs is a significant asset
- Programming: Strong background in at least one major programming language (e.g., Java, Python, C#)
- Data Modeling: Expertise in database technologies, including relational (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases
- Data Modeling: Expertise in database technologies, including relational (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases
- Communication: Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Experience working with pre-sales 

Will be a plus:
- Experience with New Distribution Capability (NDC) or related IATA standards
- Familiarity with Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines and DevOps practices
- Certification in a major cloud platform (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect)

Your Responsibilities
- Architectural Leadership: Define, design, and document the technical architecture for large-scale software solutions, ensuring alignment with business strategy and technology standards
- Domain Expertise: Leverage extensive knowledge of the travel industry's operational processes and key technology components (e.g., GDS/NDC, flight/hotel booking systems, payment gateways, itinerary management) to guide the technical direction
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, business analysts, and development teams to ensure technical designs meet functional and non-functional requirements (scalability, security, performance)
- Technology Evaluation: Research, evaluate, and recommend new technologies, platforms, and third-party solutions to enhance our product offerings
- Mentorship & Governance: Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and architectural governance to development teams throughout the project lifecycle
- System Integration: Define integration patterns and APIs for connecting various internal and external travel systems





Your Benefits

  • 18 days of paid annual leave

    18 days of paid annual leave

  • 10 sick leaves

    10 sick leaves

  • Additional days off for special occasions

    Additional days off for special occasions

  • Medical Care

    Medical Care

  • Health check-up

    Health check-up

  • English Class

    English Class

  • Play Room

    Play Room

  • IT Cluster membership

    IT Cluster membership

  • Business Trip

    Business Trip

  • Tech Talks

    Tech Talks

  • Training & Conferences

    Training & Conferences

  • Certification

    Certification

  • Accounting

    Accounting

  • Corporate currency

    Corporate currency

  • Work From Anywhere

    Work From Anywhere

  • 18 days of paid annual leave

    18 days of paid annual leave

  • 10 sick leaves

    10 sick leaves

  • Additional days off for special occasions

    Additional days off for special occasions

  • Medical Care

    Medical Care