Job Title
API Product Manager, DGE
Summary
The API Product Manager will lead, in collaboration with R&D, the development, publication, documentation, implementation, and maintenance of our Amadeus Hospitality Digital APIs. Reporting to the Director of Digital Guest Experiences, the chosen candidate will be in charge of formulating and executing the overall Digital API product vision and strategy, promoting adoption and overseeing the entire product lifecycle.
Key responsibilities
- Define the overall vision and execute the API product strategy and roadmap for all Amadeus Hospitality. This will include working closely with key internal and external stakeholders to understand their needs and translate them into product requirements and overseeing the end to end lifecycle to deliver a comprehensive API Product suite into market;
- Oversee the lifecycle of the API products, from inception to launch and ongoing performance optimization, collaborate with cross-functional teams, including commercial, product, operations and engineering teams to drive the product development lifecycle;
- Develop and maintain comprehensive product documentation;
- Bridge between the business and engineering teams, effectively communicating the value and capabilities of the APIs to non-technical stakeholders, as well as helping translate the business needs to the engineering teams;
- Ensure the API products meet the highest standards of usability, functionality, and reliability. Monitor the performance of the APIs, gather and analyze data, and use these insights to improve the APIs’ functionality, usability, and reliability;
- Conduct regular market research to stay updated on the latest industry trends and competitive landscape. Collaborate with other Amadeus business units to leverage collective insights and align on strategy and approach.
About the Ideal Candidate
- BSc degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering or other relevant degrees in Business, ecommerce/travel with focus on technology will also be considered;
- 3+ years proven experience as an API Product Manager or/and overall, more than 10 years in similar product management, particularly in the realm of digital products and technologies;
- Strong knowledge of e-commerce or travel API design and development, preferably with some knowledge and experience in programming languages such as Python, Ruby, Java, or C#;
- Understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies;
- Tools: MS 365 Suite, Copilot, JIRA, Confluence (or similar platforms);
- Strong understanding of API technologies, including REST, SOAP, and GraphQL protocols (Understanding of Python, Ruby, Java, or C# preferred but not essential);
- English is a must. French and Spanish will be a plus.
What we can offer you:
- 💰 A complete rewards offer - Amadeus provides attractive remuneration packages, covering all essential components of a competitive reward offer, including bonus, equity, pension plan, travel, life and healthcare insurance, as well as lunch and transport allowance and other benefits.
- 🌎 A truly global DNA - Everything at Amadeus is global, from our people to our business, which translates into our footprint, processes, and culture.
- 🎓 Great opportunities to learn - Learning happens all the time and in many ways at Amadeus, through on-the-job training, formal learning activities, and day-to-day interactions with colleagues.
- 🤗 A caring environment - Amadeus fosters a caring environment, nurturing both a fulfilling career and personal and family life. We care about our employees and strive to provide a supportive work environment.
- 🌟 A flexible working model - We want our employees to do their best work, wherever and however it works best for them.
- 🌈 A diverse and inclusive community - We are committed to leveraging our uniquely diverse population to drive innovation, creativity, and collaboration across our organization.
- 📈 A Reliable Company - Trust and reliability are fundamental values that drive our actions and shape long-lasting relationships with our customers, partners, and employees.
- 🎯 A critical mission and purpose - At Amadeus, you will be powering the future of travel and pursuing a critical mission and extraordinary purpose.
Diversity & Inclusion
Amadeus aspires to be a leader in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the tech industry, enabling every employee to reach their full potential by fostering a culture of belonging and fair treatment, attracting the best talent from all backgrounds, and as a role model for an inclusive employee experience.
Amadeus is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, beliefs, disability or any other characteristics protected by law.
Top Skills
What We Do
Travel powers progress. Amadeus powers travel. Amadeus’ solutions connect travelers to the journeys they want, linking them via travel agents, search engines and tour operators to airlines, airports, hotels, cars and railways.
Technology has always been critical to developing global travel, increasing scale, choice and access. We have developed our technology in partnership with the travel industry for 30 years.
We combine a deep understanding of how people travel with the ability to design and deliver the most complex, trusted, and critical systems our customers need.
