Senior Travel Industry Specialist (Platforms & API Integration)
We are seeking an experienced Travel Technology & Platform Development Specialist to lead the development of a next-generation online travel booking platform similar to . This role requires deep expertise in travel APIs, OTA (Online Travel Agency) systems, and platform architecture. The ideal candidate will guide end-to-end development—from selecting APIs to building a scalable, user-friendly booking system.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development of a travel booking platform (flights, hotels, tours, etc.)
- Identify and integrate reliable travel APIs (flights, hotels, car rentals)
- Advise on best technology stack and platform architecture
- Design and oversee UI/UX structure for booking flow
- Implement API integrations and manage data synchronization
- Guide team on OTA business logic (pricing, availability, booking flow)
- Recommend and implement payment gateway integrations
- Ensure platform scalability, speed, and security
- Assist in selecting or building admin dashboards & backend systems
- Optimize system for SEO and performance
- Stay updated with travel tech trends and OTA standards
Required Qualifications
- Proven experience in travel industry technology / OTA platforms
- Hands-on experience with travel APIs such as:
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- • Strong knowledge of:
- API integration (REST/JSON/XML)
- Travel booking engines
- Pricing & inventory systems
- Experience with platforms like:
- Custom-built systems (React, Node.js, Laravel, etc.)
- CMS (WordPress + travel plugins if applicable)
Preferred Skills
- Experience building platforms similar to:
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• Knowledge of B2B & B2C travel systems
- Familiarity with GDS systems (Global Distribution Systems)
- Experience in mobile-first platform development
- Strong problem-solving and strategic planning skills
Key Deliverables
- Recommend and finalize best APIs and providers
- Complete platform architecture plan
- Build or supervise development of full booking system
- Ensure smooth user journey (search → select → pay → confirmation)
- Provide technical roadmap and scaling strategy
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $39.00 per hour Benefits:
- Health insurance
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