Job Description

Sabre is a technology company that powers the global travel industry. By leveraging next-generation technology, we create global technology solutions that take on the biggest opportunities and solve the most complex challenges in travel.


Positioned at the center of the travel, we shape the future by offering innovative advancements that pave the way for a more connected and seamless ecosystem as we power mobile apps, online travel sites, airline and hotel reservation networks, travel agent terminals, and scores of other solutions.


Simply put, we connect people with moments that matter.

About the Team

The

Sabre Hotels

organization builds and operates the technology platform that powers hotel distribution for global travel partners. Our systems connect

170,000+ hotels

to the world's largest online and offline travel agencies.


The applications we develop are

high-volume, highly available, multi-instance, and business-critical

, requiring strong engineering discipline and ownership.

Role Overview

Sabre is seeking a highly skilled and motivated

Software Engineer IV

with deep expertise in

Java, J2EE, and relational databases

.


In this role, you will design, develop, enhance, and support scalable backend systems and microservices. The ideal candidate is a strong independent contributor who communicates effectively, takes ownership end-to-end, and consistently delivers high-quality solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, test, and maintain high-performance backend applications and services Build scalable

microservices

using modern Java frameworks Work independently on complex problem statements with minimal supervision Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver critical platform enhancements Ensure software quality through unit testing, automation, and code review practices Troubleshoot production issues and provide sustainable fixes Contribute to architecture discussions and continuous improvement initiatives

Required Skills & Qualifications

Core Technical Expertise

Strong proficiency in

Core Java (Java 8+)

and

J2EE technologies

Excellent knowledge of

Object-Oriented Analysis and Design (OOAD)

Deep understanding of

data structures, algorithms, and multithreading

Hands-on experience with

Spring Framework, Spring Boot

Strong experience in applying

design patterns (GOF, Enterprise Patterns)

Service & API Development

Proven experience building and consuming

RESTful and SOAP web services

Solid understanding of distributed systems and service-based architectures

Database & Backend Skills

Strong working knowledge of

relational databases

such as

Oracle and MySQL

Expertise in SQL query optimization and schema-level understanding

Development Practices & Tools

Experience with build and dependency tools such as

Maven

Strong knowledge of

TDD practices

and testing frameworks (

JUnit, Mockito

) Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools like

Jenkins

Working experience with code quality and security tools (

SonarQube, Veracode, IQ Scan

)

Operating Systems

Comfortable working in

Unix/Linux environments

Communication & Ownership Expectations

Excellent written and verbal communication in English Ability to work independently, take initiative, and drive tasks to completion Strong collaboration skills across engineering, product, and support teams

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in an

Agile/Scrum development environment

Exposure to cloud platforms such as

AWS and/or Google Cloud (GCP)

Prior experience in travel, hospitality, or distribution domains is a plus Awareness or hands-on exposure to modern

AI-assisted developer tools

Qualifications and Education Requirements:


Minimum 5 years of related experience Experience in fast paced Software Development in Agile environment Experience and expertise in advanced pair programming and solutioning Excellent problem solving and analytical skills Very good knowledge of Java , j2ee, spring, springboot, Microservices Very good Knowledge of cloud based tech/languages, technology stacks, etc. Monitoring and debugging critical issues Proficient English, both written and verbal Self-disciplined and independent developer
We will give careful consideration to your application and review your details against the position criteria. You will receive separate notification as your application progresses.


Please note that only candidates who meet the minimum criteria for the role will proceed in the selection process.