Job: Head of ( Sr. Manager ) TravelPod Labs

Company: TravelPod ( part of TripAdvisor / Expedia )

Job Title: Head of ( Sr. Manager ) TravelPod Labs

Description: ( link to full description and application form )

Founded in December 2007, TravelPod Labs (TPL) is a software development division within the TripAdvisor Media Network family. Based in Ottawa, TPL was created to develop new ideas and test home grown concepts that will pioneer the next generation of leading edge web technologies.

TPL’s mission is firmly focused on innovation and experimentation. In today’s world of Facebook apps, widgets and social networks, where small, talented teams can develop applications within a few weeks and draw millions of visitors, an organization’s ability to move fast is critical.
TravelPod Labs has a dedicated focus on agile development and prides itself on having a fast and iterative approach to launching quality web based travel applications.

The Position

TravelPod Labs is seeking a superstar software engineer with strong experience managing a technical team for the position of Senior Manager. Your main objective will be to build a world-class team of engineers and provide leadership for the team’s development and implementation of web applications across several of TripAdvisor’s brands.

At TravelPod Labs, you will have the opportunity to help define and create Web 3.0, while building high-performance web applications that millions of people will use to enhance their travel research and transaction experience.

To be successful in the role, you will have proven experience working in web application development environments, technical competency in developing high-performance, scalable PHP applications, deep understanding of HTML, JavaScript, XML and CSS, and Ajax and experience with specific tools and platforms, such as LAMP, SubVersion and Eclipse.

The Requirements

• Degree in Computer Science or related technical or scientific degree or related, equivalent experience required/preferred
• Business knowledge and leadership abilities
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and drive teams
• Demonstrated ability to perform in demanding multi-task environments.

 

By Luc Levesque