Senior Software Engineer, Flights

Traveltechessentialist; New York (NY); On-site; USD 113,400 - 252,000; Full time

Job summary

Navan is seeking a Senior Software Engineer in the Flights group to help build and scale the next-generation flight platform that powers global business growth. In a high-scale environment, you will own end-to-end features from design through deployment, collaborating with engineers, PMs, designers, and leaders across the globe.

You will apply your Java and Spring Boot expertise to improve reliability, performance, and user experience while contributing to a culture of technical excellence and

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience building and scaling complex systems.
• Hands-on experience developing consumer-facing or core business products at scale.
• Proficiency in Java and Spring Boot, with solid JVM performance knowledge.
• Strong experience with distributed systems, micro-services, and API design, including AWS.
• Ownership mentality with production-quality code and post-release support.
• Collaborative team player with global, cross-functional partners.
• Commitment to engineering best practices in testing, documentation, scalability and code quality.
• Domain knowledge in the travel industry (flights, bookings, inventory) is a plus.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent hands‑on experience.

Responsibilities

• Build at scale: design and develop robust, high‑performance features and core services.
• Solve complex problems: apply deep technical expertise to large-scale challenges.
• Deliver customer-facing solutions: end‑to‑end ownership from design to deployment.
• Collaborate across teams: work with engineers, PMs, designers, and leaders globally.
• Contribute to engineering culture: promote best practices in code quality, testing, monitoring.
• Learn and grow: stay current with new technologies and industry trends.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Distributed systems

Microservices

AWS

Education

Bachelor's or Master in Computer Science

Job description

Navan has transformed the corporate travel, payment, and expense landscape by consistently prioritizing user needs. As a Senior software Engineer in the Flights group, you’ll play an essential part in building and scaling the next-generation flight platform, Navan’s flagship product that drives global business growth. This is a high-scale, complex environment where your work will impact customers worldwide. You’ll solve challenging problems, collaborate with engineers, product managers, and designers across the globe, and contribute to a platform trusted by major enterprises.

What You’ll Do:

• Build at Scale: Design and develop robust, high-performance features and core services that support the company’s flagship product and serve a global customer base.
• Solve Complex Problems: Apply deep technical expertise and creativity to address large-scale engineering challenges, driving improvements in reliability, performance, and user experience.
• Deliver Customer-Facing Solutions: Take end‑to‑end ownership of features—from design and development to deployment and operational support—ensuring exceptional quality and value for users.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work effectively as part of a global, cross‑functional team, partnering with fellow engineers, product managers, designers, and business leaders to deliver impactful solutions and elevate team performance.
• Contribute to Engineering Culture: Champion best practices in code quality, scalability, documentation, monitoring, and testing, fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Learn and Grow: Stay engaged with new technologies and industry trends, bringing a growth mindset and a passion for delivering elegant solutions to complex problems.

What We're Looking For:

• 6+ years of experience building and scaling complex systems in fast‑paced, high‑growth, or large‑scale environments (open to exceptional candidates with less experience)
• Hands‑on experience developing and maintaining consumer‑facing or core business products at scale
• Proficiency in Java and Spring Boot, with solid understanding of JVM performance and optimization
• Strong experience with distributed systems, micro‑services, and API design, including practical expertise with AWS or other cloud platforms
• Ownership mentality with a record of delivering production‑quality, maintainable code, and supporting features post‑release through monitoring and troubleshooting
• Collaborative team player able to work effectively with global, cross‑functional partners
• Commitment to engineering best practices in testing, documentation, scalability, and code quality
• Problem‑solving mindset with a passion for tackling technically demanding and customer‑impacting challenges
• Domain knowledge in the travel industry (flights, bookings, or inventory management) is a strong plus
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent hands‑on experience

Pay Range

$113,400 — $252,000 USD

Equal Opportunity

Navan is an equal opportunity employer. We make all employment decisions based solely on merit. We provide equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees without discrimination on the bases of race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We prohibit any such discrimination or harassment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring.

Accommodations

Navan complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local law. Navan will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability in connection with applications for employment as required by law. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, you are welcome to email us at [e-mail].