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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