Software Engineer
Help build a scalable SaaS platform At Booking Experts, you will work on a scalable reservation platform that supports recreation entrepreneurs nationally and internationally. Our SaaS platform is used daily by thousands of end users and continuously grows in functionality, users, and data volume. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will work on the further development of this platform and be responsible for important parts of the application. You will build features that have a direct impact on users and collaborate with Product Managers on technical choices. You will be part of a product-oriented engineering team and will be given plenty of room to take initiative, contribute ideas, and further scale, improve, and future-proof the platform.
What will you do? As a Senior Software Engineer, you will work on the further development of our SaaS platform. You will build and improve features within both backend and frontend and work together with Product Managers and other engineers on technical solutions. You will take responsibility for parts of the platform and contribute to technical choices and architecture. You will work on things including: Full-stack development: You develop and improve features using Ruby on Rails and frontend technologies.
Scalability & performance: You work on optimizing the platform so that it continues to function well during growth in users, bookings, and data traffic.
Data & integrations: You develop and maintain connections with external systems and ensure reliable data flows.
Architecture & quality: You contribute to thinking about the structure of the platform and contribute to modular and maintainable solutions.
Technical improvements: You identify areas for improvement in code and structure and tackle these together with the team.
Result of your work Through your work, the platform continues to develop and further improve in functionality, scalability, and maintainability. You contribute to expanding existing systems and realizing new features within the platform. Together with the team, you ensure that: the platform is further developed and maintained;
new functionalities are added in a structured manner;
integrations with external systems continue to function;
the codebase and architecture remain maintainable and future-oriented.
Why this role is interesting Working on a SaaS platform used daily by thousands of users;
Contributing to the further development of an international product;
Plenty of room to contribute ideas regarding technical choices and architecture;
Working in a product-oriented engineering team with short lines of communication;
Collaborating with engineers and Product Managers within a technically driven organization;
An environment in which collaboration, knowledge sharing, and technical quality are central.
Work environment & culture Our culture is driven by: passion, knowledge, together, innovation, growth, and result-orientation. What this means in practice: We work with passion on qualitative solutions;
We actively share knowledge and continue to learn;
We work closely with colleagues and partners;
We continue to innovate and improve continuously;
We stimulate personal and professional growth and encourage ample opportunities for advancement;
We focus on delivering concrete value.
Within the engineering team, this is reflected in open communication, substantive discussions, and plenty of room for initiative and improvement.
About Booking Experts Booking Experts develops a SaaS platform for the recreation industry. With our reservation platform, we support holiday parks, campsites, and resorts in managing bookings, guests, and operational processes: nationally and internationally. Our mission is to become the leading rental solution in Europe within the recreational hospitality industry. Our vision focuses on a future in which: Guests are central and have an optimal experience
Employees are supported with smart tools and insights
Owners can operate and grow successfully
Within Engineering, more than 35 engineers work in an international team. English is the working language within the engineering team, and there is intensive collaboration between different disciplines.
Team & work environment You will be part of an engineering organization of 35+ engineers, divided into different teams working on the platform. Within the engineering organization: teams work on different parts of the SaaS platform
English is the working language within the engineering team
there is active collaboration between product, development, and operations
knowledge sharing and continuous improvement are central
You work independently and collaboratively within a product-oriented engineering team. Within the team, there is plenty of room for individual initiative, technical input, and collaboration with colleagues from different disciplines. In the team, you will work closely with: Product Managers to translate requirements into technical solutions
Other Software Engineers within the team
DevOps / Platform Engineers for infrastructure, performance, and reliability
Within the team, collaboration, knowledge sharing, and technical quality are central. Work is done with short lines of communication, with plenty of room for substantive discussions and collective decision-making.
Management You report to Stefan Kroes (CTO). Stefan has more than 20 years of experience in web-based software projects, with a strong background in Ruby on Rails, architecture, and product development. He works with the team at both a technical and strategic level and encourages individual initiative and substantive discussions.
Who are you? You are an experienced software engineer with at least a BSc in Computer Science (or comparable level; an MSc is a plus) and at least 3 years of experience in building and maintaining systems used by real users. You feel at home in complex environments and have experience with modern web frameworks such as Ruby on Rails (or similar). You have worked on software that runs in a live environment and understand what is required to keep systems scalable, performant, and reliable. You think beyond just your own tasks: you actively contribute ideas, take initiative, and contribute to technical direction. In doing so, you enjoy working with others and can well substantiate your choices in technical discussions.
Work location and commitment Locations: Enschede and Zwolle
Hybrid working possible
At least one day a week in the office in Enschede
Available at least 36 hours per week
Residing in the Netherlands
What do we offer you? Salary: €4,400 – €6,500 gross per month (based on 40 hours)
25 vacation days per year
An appropriate travel allowance for your commuting
After 1 year, an employee benefit of 10% of your salary, to be used freely (e.g., for pension accrual)
We start with a temporary contract, with the goal of building a long-term future together
Hybrid working from Enschede and Zwolle
Bicycle plan
MacBook, large screen, and a modern workplace with sit-stand desks
Daily communal lunch at the office
Space and budget for technical training, certifications, and conferences
Working in an environment with modern tooling and plenty of room for individual initiative
A culture in which collaboration, technical quality, and knowledge sharing are central
Application procedure You can apply in several ways: Via the application button at the bottom of our website
Via LinkedIn
Or by contacting our HR Specialist directly
Contact person: Cem Tangut (HR Specialist) 👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cem-tangut-3a8005135/ There is no application deadline.
Process Submit application via website or LinkedIn
Response: Within 3 working days, Cem will contact you to discuss your application.
First interview (± 1 hour) Introduction with Stefan Kroes (CTO) at the office in Enschede
Technical deep dive (assessment, ± 1.5 hours) Assessment at the office in Enschede, in which we gain insight into your technical approach and way of thinking. A Team Lead of Engineering (Tom or Rein) will be present.
Offer If there is a match, we will make you a suitable proposal and we would love to welcome you to the team!
Questions? Do you have questions about the role or are you doubting if your profile fits? Feel free to contact Cem Tangut by calling 088-1168901, emailing recruitment@bookingexperts.com, or sending a message to Cem via LinkedIn; we are happy to think along with you.