Staff Software Engineer - Front End (Bangkok based, Relocation provided)

Agoda; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium Relocation & Expat Support

International healthcare benefits

Learning and development budget

Job summary

A leading travel technology company is seeking a Staff Software Engineer based in Bangkok. In this role, you will spearhead the architecture of next-gen front end systems, leveraging your extensive experience in JavaScript and popular frameworks. The position offers premium relocation support for you and your family. This is an exciting opportunity to join a diverse team and make a significant impact in the travel industry.

Qualifications

• 11+ years’ experience building and leading rich web applications at scale.
• Deep mastery of JavaScript/TypeScript and modern frameworks.
• Strong background in team leadership and system design.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead architecture and system design of front end systems.
• Drive best-in-class performance, accessibility, and usability.
• Mentor and act as a subject-matter expert for the team.

Skills

JavaScript

TypeScript

React

Next

Vue

Team leadership

System design

Job description

Staff Software Engineer - Front End (Bangkok based, Relocation provided)

About Agoda

Agoda is an online travel booking platform for accommodations, flights, and more. We build and deploy cutting-edge technology that connects travelers with a global network of hotels, flights, activities, and more. Based in Asia and part of Booking Holdings, our 7,100+ employees representing 95+ nationalities in 27 markets foster a work environment rich in diversity, creativity, and collaboration. We innovate through a culture of experimentation and ownership, enhancing the ability for our customers to experience the world.

Our Purpose - Bridging the World Through Travel

We believe travel allows people to enjoy, learn and experience more of the amazing world we live in. It brings individuals and cultures closer together, fostering empathy, understanding and happiness.

We are a skilled, driven and diverse team from across the globe, united by a passion to make an impact. Harnessing our innovative technologies and strong partnerships, we aim to make travel easy and rewarding for everyone.

Shape the Future of Frontend at Agoda as a Staff Software Engineer in Bangkok

Are you a visionary Front-End architect seeking a new adventure? Lead Agoda’s front end transformation and drive seamless experiences for millions. Join our multilingual, multicultural engineering team in Bangkok and make a global mark—with world-class relocation and family support.

Why Agoda & Why Bangkok?

• Global Engineering, Global Impact: Join a high-energy, international team driving innovation across regions.
• Vibrant Bangkok HQ: Work in a tech-centric city with a thriving expat community, culture, and cuisine.
• English-First: Work and collaborate in English—no Thai required!

Your Role & Impact

• Spearhead architecture and system design of Agoda’s next-gen front end systems
• Drive best-in-class performance, accessibility, and usability
• Mentor and subject-matter-expert for the FE engineering team
• Influence stakeholders in the Product and Business teams
• Set technical standards and ensure scalability

What You’ll Bring

• 11+ years’ experience building and leading rich web applications at scale
• Deep mastery of JavaScript/TypeScript and modern frameworks (React, Next, Vue)
• Portfolio of building robust, high-performance SPA/SSR front ends and core web vitals
• Strong background in team leadership, system design, and stakeholder influence
• Bonus: Experience with A/B experimentation, international exposure, or travel/e-commerce products

What We Offer

• Premium Relocation & Expat Support: Visa, flight & moving package for you and family
• Temporary housing, settling-in help, and expat community onboarding
• Spousal/partner and family adaptation support
• Unique Agoda Perks: International healthcare benefits
• Hybrid remote/Bangkok HQ model
• Learning and development budget, hackathons, and internal tech communities

Get to know first-hand testimonials of Agodans relocating from around the world to Bangkok: https://careersatagoda.com/agodans-in-bangkok/

Agoda’s Engineering Blog: https://medium.com/agoda-engineering

This position is based in Bangkok, Thailand (Relocation Provided)

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Technology, Information and Internet

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Agoda, we pride ourselves on being a company represented by people of all different backgrounds and orientations. We prioritize attracting diverse talent and cultivating an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and innovation. Employment at Agoda is based solely on a person’s merit and qualifications. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity regardless of sex, age, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, citizenship, veteran or military status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Disclaimer: We do not accept unsolicited third-party or agency submissions. If we receive unsolicited CVs, we reserve the right to contact and hire the candidate directly without a recruitment fee.