Job Description
Our client operates Germany’s largest travel comparison portal, helping millions of users find the best deals every day. With a strong focus on speed, innovation, and user experience, their team is building a next-generation flight booking platform that allows travellers to search, compare, and book flights with ease.
To further enhance the platform’s performance and customer experience, they’re seeking a high-potential (Junior) Product Manager – Backend Flight to join their Berlin team. In this role, you’ll play a key part in restructuring backend processes to significantly improve response times and system efficiency. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams, combining analytical thinking, technical understanding, and a hands-on mindset to drive impactful changes.
If you’re passionate about digital products, eager to grow, and excited to shape the future of travel tech, this is a great opportunity to make a real difference.
Main tasks:
* A strong academic background in areas such as economics, mathematics, technology, or IT
* The ability to quickly grasp complex technical concepts and apply them effectively
* While prior experience in the online or e-commerce industry is beneficial, curiosity, an open mind, and creative problem-solving are paramount
* A basic understanding of business intelligence, data structures, or related fields (e.g., banking or analytics) is a plus
* A methodical, analytical approach to work, with a keen eye for detail and a focus on delivering solutions
* A hands-on, proactive attitude, strong communication skills, and a genuine passion for working in a collaborative team environment
Requirements
* Design and develop backend systems to automate processes and introduce innovative features for the client’s customers
* Ensure high-quality, reliable implementation through careful planning
* Collaborate with IT teams, analysts, and management to meet technical and business goals
* Improve the comparison platform’s data quality and pricing competitiveness
* Contribute to product strategy and technical roadmap development
* Manage quality assurance, testing, and product functionality
* Work with external partners, such as integrators and airlines, to support integrations and product development
Benefits
* Attractive Compensation: Competitive salary, vouchers for a range of products, and a subsidized company pension plan
* Flexible Work Options: Choose the work model that suits you best—either work on-site throughout the week or enjoy the flexibility of working from home on Fridays
* Work-Life Balance: Take advantage of workations (up to 2 weeks of mobile working from abroad), sabbaticals, and additional vacation days
* Personal Growth: Access a variety of training and development programs tailored to your career path
* Daily Perks: Enjoy a free lunch every day, a selection of drinks, a cereal bar, and fresh fruit to stay energized
* Health & Wellness: Benefit from a 50% subsidy for fitness and wellness services through the EGYM Wellpass
* Top Equipment: Start with a fully equipped workplace, including a MacBook, two screens, and a height-adjustable desk
* Convenient Location: Take advantage of a subsidized job bike/eBike or the Germany ticket, along with excellent transport connections to the central locations
* Team Spirit: Participate in shared sporting activities and company events that promote team bonding and a positive work environment
Requirements
Design and develop backend systems to automate processes and introduce innovative features for the client’s customers Ensure high-quality, reliable implementation through careful planning Collaborate with IT teams, analysts, and management to meet technical and business goals Improve the comparison platform’s data quality and pricing competitiveness Contribute to product strategy and technical roadmap development Manage quality assurance, testing, and product functionality Work with external partners, such as integrators and airlines, to support integrations and product development