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# Senior Software Engineer - Search

- **Company:** OpenTable, Inc.
- **Location:** San Francisco, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Automation of Tests, Data Structures, Github, Java Virtual Machine (JVM), Node.Js, Object-Oriented Software Development, Open Source Technology, Pair Programming, Software Engineering
- **Published:** August 6, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.wayup.com/i-j-opentable-492432948989739/

## About the Role

5+ years in software engineering
Strong CS fundamentals
Experience building highly scalable and highly available systems
Solid understanding of data structures and OO design
Discipline at unit, integration, and acceptance testing
Pair Programming Desire and/or Experience
Either:

 * 3+ years in Java
 * Understanding of the JVM
Or:

 * 3+ years in JS
 * Understanding of Node.js
 * Experience with a server framework like Express or Hapi

## Description

We move fast, release frequently, and believe strongly in automated testing to help maintain our quality and velocity. We break things sometimes - and that's fine. We learn from it. We open source as much of our work as possible. Your Github profile a little thin? You'll have a chance to improve it.
RESPONSIBILITIES;
Our Search team is looking for someone exceptional to fill our Senior Engineer role. As a member of this team, you will be responsible for building the key systems that power the OpenTable search experience.
Your responsibilities will range from:

 * Problem-solving with our data science team
 * Creating new systems and APIs


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