Atpco1

Atpco1

Principal Software Engineer

Herndon, VA, United States · Principal

Sponsorship not specified$139k-$185kDetected 20 days ago
PythonGoRustC++Distributed SystemsData StructuresAlgorithmsLinuxLeadershipCommunicationCollaboration

About the role

  • ATPCO is the world's primary source for air fare content, holding over 200 million fares across 160 countries.
  • Join us and contribute to the development of innovative applications that power global travel.
  • We're not just shaping the future of air travel- we're redefining how and where great work happens.

Responsibilities

  • Design and build a high-performance, fault-tolerant pricing engine from the ground up
  • Optimize for extreme performance using advanced techniques like:
  • Partner with engineers and stakeholders to shape the future of airline retailing technology
  • Expert-level programming skills in C/C++, Rust, Go, or Python, with strong fundamentals in algorithms, data structures, and systems design
  • Proven experience building and operating fault-tolerant distributed systems at scale
  • Background in building high-throughput, low-latency data platforms
  • Your work will directly influence how airlines worldwide price, distribute, and optimize their offerings -unlocking new capabilities in airline retailing and shaping the future of the industry.

Requirements

  • Ideal Candidate:

Nice to have

  • Deep understanding of Linux systems, performance, and resource management
  • Strong problem-solver who thrives in complex, ambiguous environments and takes a data-driven, scientific approach
  • Comfortable working across the stack-from low-level systems to distributed architecture and APIs
  • Highly self-driven and autonomous, with the ability to proactively identify and solve problems
  • Thoughtful user of AI-assisted development tools to enhance productivity while maintaining high standards of quality.
  • Experience in airline pricing, distribution, or ATPCO data

Compensation

  • $139,244 - $185,000
  • The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for applicable geographic differential associated with the location*

Benefits

  • At ATPCO, we believe in flexibility, trust, and a culture where your wellbeing comes first
  • ✅ Comprehensive Benefits- Medical, Dental and Vision

Equal opportunity

  • All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, protected military/veteran status

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