Software Development Engineer III

Overview Software Development Engineer III position on the VRBO Payment onboarding/payout team. This team builds and maintains consumer reconciliation services and common tools used to configure the entire consumer payments ecosystem, ensuring operational health of payment processing on the platform. Our services are designed with high security, scalability, and availability in mind, supporting both pay-in and pay-out transactions on a global scale. As a key engineer on this team, you will apply your passion for backend development, cloud computing, and modern engineering practices to solve real-world challenges that impact millions of travelers worldwide. Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain scalable backend payment services that support Expedia’s global travel platform Apply software design principles, data structures and/or design patterns and computer science fundamentals to write code that is clean, maintainable, optimized, modular with good naming conventions Implement secure data handling practices to protect payment information and meet compliance standards Recommend and apply architectural patterns or GenAI capabilities to improve system design and innovation Enhance service reliability through observability, automation, and continuous operational improvements Lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact features aligned with Expedia’s strategic goals Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or Master’s in a related technical field; or equivalent related professional experience 5+ years of experience in backend software development, working with cloud-based and distributed systems at scale Proficiency in Java/J2EE, C#, or similar object-oriented languages, with hands‑on experience integrating services with relational and NoSQL databases Experience with CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure/test automation, and delivering features in Agile development environments Preferred Qualifications Experience working on payment platforms or implementing backend services leveraging GenAI technologies Experience contributing to multiple multi‑quarter, cross‑team projects Experience supporting complex distributed systems in production through monitoring, debugging, incident resolution, and root‑cause analysis Demonstrated experience designing and deploying scalable services in a cloud environment (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) Location This role is only available in Austin, TX, with a requirement that employees be in-office at least three days a week. Relocation assistance is not offered. Compensation The total cash range for this position in Austin is $146,000.00 to $204,500.00, with potential for pay up to $233,500.00 based on performance. Benefits Benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Assistance Program, wellness and travel reimbursement, travel discounts, and International Airlines Travel Agent membership. Accommodation Requests If you need assistance with the application or recruiting process due to a disability or other condition, contact the Recruiting Accommodations Team. EEO Statement Expedia is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. This employer participates in E‑Verify. #J-18808-Ljbffr Traveltechessentialist