🚀 Software Engineer – Travel Portfolio at Costco Travel (Issaquah, WA)
Company: Costco Wholesale
Location: Issaquah (Greater Seattle Area), Washington
Job Type: Full-Time | Hybrid/On-site
Order Number: 9876~
Openings: 1
Seniority Level: Mid-Level to Senior
Industry: Retail, Travel, IT & Software Development
Salary Range:
- Level 1: $85,000 – $110,000
- Level 2: $105,000 – $135,000
- Level 3: $130,000 – $160,000
🌟 Join Costco – A Global Leader in Retail and Technology
Costco Wholesale, the third-largest global retailer, is known not only for its exceptional service and unbeatable member value but also for its unwavering commitment to its employees and communities. With operations across 14 countries and a rapidly growing international footprint, Costco continues to combine cutting-edge technology with a deeply rooted, employee-centric culture.
Now, Costco Travel, a proud extension of Costco’s excellence, is hiring a Software Engineer to support its next-generation travel portfolio system. This opportunity is based at our Issaquah (Seattle area) headquarters, a dynamic hub for technology innovation and growth.
💡 Why Costco IT?
Costco IT isn’t just about code — it’s about community, collaboration, and continuous innovation. As part of our IT team, you’ll:
- Work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with some of the brightest minds in retail technology.
- Be at the forefront of transformation, helping build the future of digital travel experiences.
- Thrive in a family-like, employee-focused culture praised by Bloomberg, Forbes, and others.
- Participate in Costco’s renowned volunteer and philanthropic programs.
🧑💻 About the Role: Software Engineer – Travel Portfolio
As a Software Engineer at Costco Travel, you will be a key technical contributor and leader in the design, development, and optimization of software that supports our travel services platform. You will work across the entire technology stack, including front-end interfaces, middleware services, and back-end systems.
This role goes beyond coding. You’ll coach and mentor fellow engineers, guide architecture decisions, ensure secure and scalable systems, and help shape the future of digital travel at Costco.
🛠️ Key Responsibilities
🔧 Engineering & Development
- Design, develop, and maintain client/server and web-based applications using Java and related technologies.
- Work across front-end, middleware, and back-end systems to deliver high-quality software solutions.
- Use Spring, Spring Boot, and other frameworks to build robust and maintainable applications.
- Optimize databases (preferably MS SQL Server) and write performant T-SQL queries.
- Develop and consume RESTful and SOAP APIs to integrate systems.
📈 Planning & Execution
- Participate in sprint planning, retrospectives, demos, and backlog grooming.
- Estimate development efforts and manage delivery timelines across cross-functional teams.
- Apply Agile/Scrum methodologies to ensure iterative and efficient development cycles.
🧠 Leadership & Mentorship
- Act as a technical lead for one or more development teams.
- Conduct code reviews, enforce coding standards, and share best practices.
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to knowledge sharing via documentation and workshops.
🔍 Quality & Optimization
- Ensure applications are secure, scalable, durable, and accessible.
- Follow strict software development lifecycle (SDLC) best practices.
- Proactively identify and resolve performance bottlenecks and support issues.
✅ Required Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you must bring:
- ✅ 3+ years of commercial software development experience using Java.
- ✅ Hands-on experience in designing and building full-stack applications.
- ✅ Proficiency in relational databases (preferably MS SQL Server).
- ✅ Experience with Java EE technologies (Servlet, JSP).
- ✅ Experience in working with Spring and/or Spring Boot frameworks.
- ✅ Strong knowledge of JDBC or other database connection tools.
- ✅ Experience working with SOAP and/or RESTful APIs.
- ✅ Working knowledge of software testing, debugging, and troubleshooting.
- ✅ Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
- ✅ Ability to learn quickly, adapt to shifting priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
🌱 Recommended Skills & Experience
While not mandatory, the following qualifications are highly desirable:
- 🎓 Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
- 📌 Familiarity with Agile and Scrum project methodologies.
- 📊 Strong organizational and documentation skills.
- 🌍 Experience in the travel industry is a big plus.
- 🧩 Knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 tools, including Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
💼 What You’ll Get at Costco
🏖️ Competitive Compensation
Costco offers one of the most transparent and generous pay structures in the industry.
- Level 1: $85,000 – $110,000
- Level 2: $105,000 – $135,000
- Level 3: $130,000 – $160,000
Your level will be determined based on your experience, skills, and responsibilities.
🎁 Comprehensive Benefits Package
At Costco, your well-being is a top priority. Eligible employees enjoy:
- Paid Time Off (vacation, sick leave, holidays)
- Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Pharmacy, Hearing Aid)
- Mental Health & EAP Support
- Health & Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
- Short-term & Long-term Disability
- Life Insurance & AD&D Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Program
🌍 A Culture of Inclusion & Equity
Costco is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of:
- Race or ethnicity
- Gender or gender identity
- Sexual orientation
- Veteran status
- Disability
- Age or any other protected characteristic
If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruitment process due to a disability, please contact:
📧 IT-Recruiting@costco.com
🇺🇸 Employment Eligibility
To be hired, you must:
- Be legally authorized to work in the United States
- Be able to provide proof of work eligibility upon request
Please note: Costco does not sponsor work authorization (e.g., H1-B visas) for some selected positions, including this one.
📝 Required Application Documents
Please include the following:
- ✅ Updated Resume
- ✅ Cover Letter highlighting your relevant experience and motivation
📍 Location Details
Work Location:
Costco Travel Headquarters
Issaquah, WA (Greater Seattle Metropolitan Area)
Flexible on-site/hybrid work schedules may be available depending on team needs.
🌐 How to Apply
Ready to take your career to the next level at one of the world’s best employers?
👉 Apply Now via Costco’s official career portal or submit your application directly through the link below:
🔗 Costco IT Careers – Software Engineer Travel Portfolio
🔔 Don’t Miss This Opportunity!
Costco doesn’t just offer a job — it offers a career, a community, and a mission to make both employees and customers feel like they’re family.
Be part of something bigger. Join Costco Travel IT today.
