GDS Application Developer 3 months ago

AMEX GBT; Manila; On-site; PHP 700,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Amex GBT in Manila is seeking a skilled software professional to develop Sabre scripting and Sabre Red applications, and to modernize legacy Sabre Scribe code into TypeScript. You will design API integrations, support Travel Consultants' workflows, and collaborate with internal teams to ensure high-quality, maintainable solutions while aligning with US business hours.

Preferred candidates bring 5+ years in travel tech and 2+ years with Sabre Scribe/Red apps, plus experience with AI-assisted

Qualifications

• 5+ years in travel tech or travel industry preferred.
• 2+ years developing Sabre Scribe or Sabre Red apps (TypeScript).
• 3+ years hands-on with Sabre GDS systems.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication.
• Flexible to work half of a shift during US business hours.

Responsibilities

• Create new and update existing Sabre scripts and Sabre Red apps as assigned.
• Convert legacy Sabre Scribe code to modern Sabre Red apps in TypeScript with parity and performance gains.
• Design and implement API integrations to enhance Sabre Red App functionality.
• Utilize AI tools to improve code quality and accelerate development.
• Research and respond to internal support requests and change requests.
• Coordinate onboarding and testing for new customers with stakeholders.
• Test and document application functionality for quality and maintainability.
• Manage product support for defects and troubleshooting.
• Maintain understanding of tools and Travel Consultant workflows; foresee roadblocks.

Skills

Sabre Scribe

Sabre Red apps

TypeScript

GDS systems Sabre

English communication

Tools

Jira

FreshService

REST APIs

Job description

Amex GBT is a place where colleagues find inspiration in travel as a force for good and – through their work – can make an impact on our industry. We’re here to help our colleagues achieve success and offer an inclusive and collaborative culture where your voice is valued. The duties of the position are focused on development and support of Sabre scripting (Sabre Scribe) and Sabre Red App functions.

In this role, you’ll collaborate with internal teams to plan, develop and maintain applications used by Travel Consultants to process PNRs. Additionally, you will provide day-to-day support by answering questions and troubleshooting issues. What

You'll Do Create new and update existing tools (Sabre scripts and Sabre Red apps) as assigned by department management

Convert legacy Sabre Scribe code into modern Sabre Red apps written in TypeScript, ensuring functional parity and improved performance Design and implement API integrations to enhance Sabre Red App functionality and streamline PNR process workflows Use available, pre-approved AI tools to enhance code quality, accelerate development cycles, and improve problem-solving

Research and respond to support requests from internal customers (support tickets and change requests) Coordinate implementation and testing of new customers while working with applicable stakeholder teams Thoroughly test and document application functionality to ensure high-quality performance and maintainability

Manage product support for cases including product breakdowns, defects, and troubleshooting Maintain a strong understanding of all applicable tools and Travel Consultant workflows Monitor and advise management of potential roadblocks and technical challenges

What We're Looking For

5+ years of experience in the travel industry, preferably in a travel agency or corporate travel management company 2+ years of experience developing and maintaining GDS scripts or applications: Sabre Scribe and/or Sabre Red apps (TypeScript) experience required 3+ years of hands‑on experience using GDS systems, specifically Sabre

Excellent written and verbal English communication skills Flexibility to work at least half of a scheduled shift to coincide with US business hours (Central time zone) Preferred additional qualifications:

Experience using AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude) to enhance code quality, accelerate development cycles, and improve problem-solving Experience converting or modernizing legacy travel systems Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel

Experience using issue-tracking tools (e.g.,Jira, FreshService, etc.) Knowledge of REST APIs and system integrations Experience with other GDS platforms (TravelPort, Amadeus)

Location Manila, Philippines The #TeamGBT Experience

Work and life: Find your happy medium at Amex GBT. Flexible benefits are tailored to each country and start the day you do. These include health and welfare insurance plans, retirement programs, parental leave, adoption assistance, and wellbeing resources to support you and your immediate family.

Travel perks: get a choice of deals each week from major travel providers on everything from flights to hotels to cruises and car rentals. Develop the skills you want when the time is right for you, with access to over 20,000 courses on our learning platform, leadership courses, and new job openings available to internal candidates first. We strive to champion Inclusion in every aspect of our business at Amex GBT.

You can connect with colleagues through our global INclusion Groups, centered around common identities or initiatives, to discuss challenges, obstacles, achievements, and drive company awareness and action. And much more! This role is for CWT, a member of the American Express Global Business Travel family of companies.

All applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, gender (and characteristics related to sex and gender), pregnancy (and related medical conditions), race, color, citizenship, religion, disability, or any other class or characteristic protected by law. Furthermore, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the hiring process.

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