Software Engineer I - Frontend Focus (Viator)

Viator; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading travel experience marketplace in the United Kingdom is seeking a Software Engineer I with a frontend focus to join their team. This role offers flexibility in work location, primarily in Oxford or London. The ideal candidate will have experience in frontend technologies such as React and TypeScript, with opportunities for backend learning. Competitive compensation and work-life balance are key aspects of this position.

Benefits

Competitive compensation packages

Flexible schedule

Donation matching and tuition assistance

Lifestyle benefits

Travel discounts and health benefits

Qualifications

• Experience with a statically typed, object-oriented language such as Java, C#, or C++.
• Familiarity with frontend technologies like React and TypeScript.
• Strong problem-solving skills and collaboration abilities.

Responsibilities

• Work on frontend development with occasional backend projects.
• Release code to production frequently.
• Contribute to a frontend-focused stack using React and TypeScript.
• Engage in a distributed engineering environment.

Skills

Java

React

TypeScript

GraphQL

C#

C++

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science or a related field

Tools

Kubernetes

SQL

NoSQL databases

AWS

Job description

Overview

Software Engineer I - Frontend Focus (Viator) at Viator. This role is open to candidates based in Oxford or London in the UK. We embrace flexibility in where and how work gets done and value meaningful in-person moments to connect and collaborate.

About Viator

Viator, a Tripadvisor company, is the leading marketplace for travel experiences. We believe that making memories is what travel is all about. With industry-leading flexibility and last-minute availability, Viator helps operators build their businesses and enables third parties to utilise our inventory. Viator runs on technologies including Java, React, TypeScript, GraphQL, Kubernetes, SQL and NoSQL databases, and AWS.

Responsibilities

• Work primarily on frontend development with occasional backend projects; collaborate with product managers and designers through the full software lifecycle from design to deployment.
• Release code to production frequently, with a daily release cycle and frequent iterations.
• Contribute to a frontend-focused stack using technologies such as React and TypeScript; learn and adapt to the team’s full-stack context as needed.
• Engage in a distributed engineering environment across Europe, contributing to viator.com, mobile apps, and supporting infrastructure.
• Participate in building tools that help operators, travelers, and customer services teams globally.

Qualifications

• Experience with a statically typed, object-oriented language such as Java, C#, or C++; bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Familiarity with frontend technologies in the stack (e.g., React, TypeScript, GraphQL); willingness to learn backend concepts when needed.
• Strong problem-solving, collaboration, and a drive to learn in a fast-paced environment.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages, including base salary, annual bonus, and more.
• Remote-friendly with optional on-site collaboration in select locations; flexible schedule and work-life balance.
• Donation matching and tuition assistance for career development.
• Lifestyle benefit for personal use (travel, wellness, etc.).
• Travel discounts, employee assistance program, and health benefits with competitive premiums.

Location

Oxford, England, United Kingdom; London is also listed as a potential base.