Principal Software Engineer - Revenue Optimizer

Sabre is seeking a talented Software Engineer to support the Revenue Optimizer Team, dedicated to revolutionizing airline revenue management through our innovative SabreMosaic™ Continuous Revenue Optimizer. Revenue management is the practice of using data-driven strategies to maximize revenue by optimizing pricing and demand forecasting. In the airline industry, this means dynamically adjusting ticket prices based on real-time demand, customer segmentation, market conditions, and competitive pricing.

Our team collaborates closely with leading airlines, to implement cutting-edge solutions that transform revenue management practices. By accurately forecasting demand and optimizing pricing strategies, we empower airlines to maximize revenue potential and enhance customer satisfaction.

As a member of our team, you'll be at the forefront of integrating AI-driven technologies into airline systems, contributing to the evolution of modern air travel.

Role and Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership

1. Drive technical excellence within the team by setting high standards in code quality, performance, and maintainability.
2. Lead by example through deep hands-on involvement in design and implementation.
3. Help guide teams through complex technical challenges, balancing practicality with long-term maintainability.
4. Influence engineering direction through deep domain expertise, not just top-down decisions.
5. Lead teams and initiatives.

Coding & Development

1. Write high-quality, maintainable code, often for critical parts of the system.
2. Perform code reviews and ensure adherence to best practices and coding standards.
3. Rapidly prototype solutions and contribute to proof-of-concept work.

Mentorship & Collaboration

1. Mentor team members, helping them grow technically.
2. Foster engineering excellence, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement.
3. Collaborate closely with engineering managers, product owners, and designers.

System Design & Architecture

1. Lead or contribute significantly to the design of solutions to complex business problems
2. Make trade-offs in performance, scalability, and cost.
3. Evaluate and adopt new technologies and patterns when appropriate.

Cross-Team Impact

1. Work across multiple teams to drive alignment and solve cross-cutting concerns.
2. Serve as a technical liaison across departments (e.g., between backend, frontend, and DevOps).
3. Lead incident response or post-mortem analysis of system failures.

Strategic Planning

1. Contribute to long-term technical strategies and roadmaps.
2. Evaluate technical debt, make recommendations, and lead refactoring efforts.
3. Influence organizational processes and tooling to improve engineering productivity.

Stakeholder Communication

1. Translate complex technical ideas for non-technical stakeholders.
2. Provide technical guidance during planning and prioritization.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

Education & Experience

1. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent certifications.
2. Minimum 10 years of experience in software development, with a focus on delivering scalable, high-impact solutions.
3. Proven experience in fast-paced Agile environments, with a strong track record of delivering quality software under tight timelines.

Technical Expertise

1. Advanced programming and solution design skills, with deep knowledge of Java, Python, and JavaScript ecosystems.
2. Solid UI development experience using React, including component architecture and state management.
3. Strong understanding of computer science fundamentals, including algorithms, data structures, and computational complexity.
4. Hands-on experience working with large-scale datasets and distributed systems.
5. Expertise in Apache Spark and big data processing frameworks.
6. Strong grasp of cloud technologies, particularly Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and related services.
7. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes), and cloud-native application development.

Leadership & Collaboration

1. Proven ability to lead technical initiatives, make sound decisions, and influence engineering direction.
2. Strong interpersonal and mentoring skills, with the ability to elevate others' technical growth.
3. Experienced in cross-functional collaboration with product, design, and other engineering teams.

Problem Solving & Delivery

1. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with a bias for pragmatic, maintainable solutions.
2. Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity, make progress without perfect information, and deliver results.

Communication & Personal Attributes

1. Proficient English communication skills, both written and verbal.
2. Self-disciplined, proactive, and committed to high-quality outcomes.
3. Passion for continuous learning and staying up to date with industry trends.