About Us
Book For Work (bookforwork.com) is a fast-growing, free B2B accommodation booking platform (hotels, B&Bs, apartments, etc.) offering exclusive corporate rates to companies.
Recognized by Forbes, Expedia, and other industry experts, our solution helps over 350 companies in Italy to:
* Save on average 7% per year compared to traditional solutions.
* Speed up accommodation booking and management processes for business travel up to 10 times.
* Save at least 50% of accounting time thanks to consolidated invoicing and a single vendor.
Additionally, our clients can:
* Set spending budgets, manage user roles, and generate customized reports.
* Calculate the CO₂ impact of their business trips.
Thanks to this combination of savings and advanced features, Book For Work positions itself as a strategic partner for travel managers, accounting departments, and employees traveling for business.
In just two years, Book For Work has earned the trust of top-tier clients, establishing itself as a credible player in a market that seems saturated, but is actually still wide open to innovation and transformation.
With a strong strategic vision and innovative projects already in advanced development, Book For Work is preparing to expand into new markets, including global companies and multinationals. This is the right moment to join us and contribute to a growth journey that is only getting started.
The Role: Senior Backend Engineer
Book For Work helps business travelers and travel agencies rely on a fast and reliable lodging booking platform. Our engineering team is small, fast-moving, and deeply committed to clean code, scalable systems, and a culture of ownership.
We’re looking for a Backend Engineer with strong experience in Python/Django, modern API design with FastAPI, and a solid understanding of DevOps practices, including containerization, CI/CD, and Kubernetes.
What We Offer
* Contract: Full-time
* Gross annual salary (RAL): €45,000
* Welfare: €1,000 net per year
* Annual salary review based on performance
* Work Mode: Remote ((EU time zones preferred)
What You Will Do
* Develop and maintain backend features in our existing Django application.
* Design and build scalable, secure APIs using FastAPI for new services.
* Develop and maintain external-facing API products to enable third-party business integrations.
* Ensure robust authentication, authorization, and data security in all API services.
* Manage infrastructure using Kubernetes for container orchestration.
* Own and improve our CI/CD pipelines, enabling smooth and safe deployments.
* Collaborate with product and frontend teams to shape the technical roadmap.
* Ensure performance, scalability, and reliability across services.
* Create and maintain clear API documentation, onboarding guides, and developer resources for partner integrations.
What We Are Looking For
* Degree in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience.
* Proficiency in English (written and spoken, minimum C1 level).
* 5+ years of backend development experience with Python and Django.
* Strong knowledge of FastAPI or similar modern frameworks.
* Solid experience designing and maintaining external-facing APIs for partner integrations.
* Deep understanding of API security and authentication protocols (OAuth2, API Keys, JWT).
* Experience working with Docker and Kubernetes in test and production environments.
* Strong understanding of CI/CD systems (e.g., GitHub Actions).
* Familiarity with cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, Azure, DigitalOcean).
* Experience creating technical documentation for external developer audiences is a strong plus.
* Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
* Excellent communication and team collaboration abilities.
Bonus Points
* Experience with logging/monitoring tools (e.g., Sentry, Grafana, OpenSearch).
* Experience with PostgreSQL.
* Prior experience in high-scale, distributed systems.
Work Environment
* Young and innovative environment with opportunities for professional growth.
* Ongoing support and training to develop skills and career advancement.
How to Apply
Apply directly via LinkedIn.
Join Book For Work and help us revolutionize business travel booking in Italy and Europe!