Software Engineer - Property Platform

Software Engineer - Property Platform Software Engineer – Property Platform At Awaze we're simplifying and modernizing the way property information flows across our business. As part of our Property Platform team you'll help build the services that power our websites, apps and internal platforms, ensuring accurate, reliable and scalable property data is available wherever it's needed. Working within a cross-functional product team, you'll help evolve the APIs, services and data pipelines that sit at the heart of our Property domain, while also contributing to user-facing experiences where appropriate. Your mission As our new Software Engineer, your mission is to design, build and operate reliable services that enable property information to move seamlessly between systems. You'll work across backend services, APIs, event-driven integrations and cloud infrastructure, while contributing to front-end solutions where required. You'll collaborate closely with Product, Design and Engineering to deliver high-quality solutions that improve the experience for our guests, homeowners and internal teams. What you'll be doing Build and maintain APIs, backend services and data transformation pipelines that power the Property platform. Contribute to front-end applications where required, working across the full stack. Collaborate with engineers, product managers and designers to deliver high-quality, customer-focused solutions. Work with modern technologies including TypeScript, AWS and Docker. Contribute to engineering practices such as CI/CD, testing, observability and continuous delivery. Monitor and improve the health, reliability and performance of production systems using tools such as New Relic. Participate in pair/mob programming, code reviews and knowledge sharing. Take ownership of the systems you build, helping to shape technical solutions and improve the platform over time. Make effective use of AI-assisted development tools (such as GitHub Copilot, Codex or Claude) to improve productivity, code quality and learning while applying sound engineering judgement. Who we’re looking for You'll thrive in this role if you enjoy solving technical problems, building reliable systems and collaborating with others to deliver value. We're looking for someone who brings: Commercial experience building backend applications and APIs. Experience developing backend applications using modern technologies such as TypeScript (Node.js), with familiarity or an interest in languages including Python and Java. Experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS. An understanding of distributed systems, event-driven architectures or data integrations. Familiarity with SQL and/or NoSQL databases. Experience with CI/CD pipelines and modern engineering practices. An understanding of testing, clean code and software craftsmanship. A collaborative, curious and proactive approach to learning and delivering value. Confidence using AI-assisted development tools to accelerate delivery, improve quality and support problem solving. How you'll make an impact Build reliable services that become the trusted source of property information across Awaze. Deliver scalable APIs and integrations that support both customer-facing and internal platforms. Improve the reliability, performance and observability of our systems. Help shape the evolution of our Property platform through collaboration, continuous improvement and modern engineering practices. Contribute to a strong engineering culture where ownership, learning and innovation are encouraged. Why you’ll want to work at Awaze We offer a versatile position in a strong professional and social environment - one you’ll have the opportunity to influence and help shape. You’ll be part of an international company that invests in the future, and join a dynamic, fast-paced department with skilled and committed colleagues who support each other. We’re a people-first business - and we know that our success starts with our teams. Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll enjoy: Generous discounts on holidays across our brands. Flexible hybrid working, with two days per week in our Manchester office and the autonomy to work how you work best. Real opportunities to grow, learn and shape your role as well as careers progression vertically or horizontally, cross countries and responsibilities. About Awaze At Awaze, we bring holidays to life. With over 110,000 holiday homes across 25 countries, we’re Europe’s largest holiday rentals company. Our purpose is simple – to delight our guests and homeowners while building an inspiring place to work for our people. Worth knowing We offer the best of both worlds: the energy of the office and the freedom of home, with hybrid working that lets you work remotely three days each week. What’s next? If this sounds like the right next step for you, hit “Apply” and follow the instructions to submit your application. We tailor our recruitment process to each role to give both you and our hiring teams the best possible chance to assess whether this could be the start of a successful collaboration. You’ll hear from us shortly after we’ve reviewed your application. We’re committed to running an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. All applicants will receive equal consideration for employment, and if you have any specific requirements or adjustments needed for the interview, just let us know when you accept your invitation - we’re happy to accommodate. Department Information Technology Role Software Engineer Locations Manchester Remote status Hybrid Our Perks & Benefits 🌴 Travel that inspires All of our team members get exclusive travel discounts on over 100,000 properties across Europe - relax, recharge, and experience our product like a guest, gaining valuable insight along the way. 🏆 Join a market leader We are proud to be the leading managed vacation rental player in Europe. We operate well known brands with a strong heritage in over 25 countries and have more than 100,000 holiday accommodation choices. 🌍 Local benefits Our benefits are adapted to each country we operate in, ensuring competitive, locally relevant support and perks wherever you’re based. Manchester What to expect from our hiring process At Awaze, we know that applying for a new role is a big step - so we aim to make our hiring process as clear, respectful, and engaging as possible. We believe hiring should be a two-way conversation. It’s just as much about you getting to know us, as it is about us learning more about you. While the exact process can vary depending on the role, here’s what you can generally expect: 1. Initial Conversation We like to keep things relaxed, so we'll usually start with an informal call. This is a chance for us to get to know each other, learn about your background and interests, and give you a better sense of the role and Awaze as a whole. 2. Interview Stage If our initial conversation goes well, we will invite you for an interview. This stage will give us an opportunity to understand your skills and potential, and for you to explore whether Awaze, the culture and the role align with your ambitions. 3. Additional Steps Some roles may involve follow-up interviews, presentations or skills assessments. If that's the case, our team will talk you through every step, so you always know what to expect.