Lead I - Software Engineer (Sabre QIK)

Role Description

Work Setup: Remote (Philippines-based)

Employment Type: Full-time

Experience Level: Senior (5+ years in GDS / travel tech development)

Schedule: Nightshift

What the Work Looks Like

Depending on the engagement, Senior Sabre QIK GDS Developers on our bench typically work on:

• Designing, developing, and maintaining complex Sabre QIK applications that support air travel operations at scale
• Building and integrating solutions using Sabre Web Services (REST and SOAP) and Sabre host capabilities
• Translating business requirements from travel operations teams into clear technical designs and delivery plans
• Troubleshooting and resolving complex production issues across GDS and booking system environments
• Writing and optimizing SQL queries, tables, and database objects to support application logic
• Conducting code reviews and providing technical guidance to developers on the team
• Collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders on automation that improves booking accuracy and operational efficiency
• Supporting Agile/Scrum delivery cadences including sprint planning and backlog grooming

What We Look For

Must Have

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with Sabre QIK development OR strong Python or Java or any programming language development experience in the airline or travel agency space
• Solid working knowledge of Sabre Web Services (REST and SOAP)
• Experience with GDS air systems and air travel workflows (booking, ticketing, schedule changes)
• Strong SQL skills including query writing, DDL, table design, and data manipulation
• Proven ability to lead technically solution ownership, code reviews, and mentoring
• Experience working in an Agile or Scrum environment

Strong Advantage

• Direct Sabre QIK development experience, even if the primary background is Python or Java
• Familiarity with airline pricing concepts, NDC, or Bargain Finder Max
• Experience supporting high-volume or large-scale booking systems
• Prior work in a travel agency, airline, or GDS integration environment
• Experience with Sabre Red Apps development

Nice to Have

• JavaScript or TypeScript development experience
• Familiarity with JIRA, Confluence, and Bitbucket
• Exposure to travel automation, fare management, or itinerary processing systems

Tools and Platforms We Work With

Experience with any of these a strong advantage (but not all required):

• Sabre QIK
• Sabre Web Services
• Sabre Red Apps
• REST / SOAP APIs
• SQL & Database Design
• Python
• Java
• JavaScript / TypeScript
• JIRA / Confluence
• Agile / Scrum

Why Join Us

• Own and lead technical solutions on complex Sabre-based systems used at real scale in production travel environments
• Work on meaningful travel automation problems, not generic enterprise projects
• Influence system design, coding standards, and technical direction without taking on heavy people management
• Collaborate with experienced engineers in a practical, delivery-focused environment

Skills

Agile, Java, Production Support, Sabre Bargain Finder Max