Backend Developer
- Application Deadline: Nov. 1, 2026
- Oslo
- Hybrid
Join Hurtigruten and Help Shape the Future of Travel Technology
At Hurtigruten, we're redefining how people experience some of the world's most spectacular destinations. As part of our ongoing digital transformation, we're looking for a Backend Developer to join our Booking Solutions team in Oslo.
This is an exciting opportunity for an early-career developer who is passionate about backend engineering, APIs, cloud technologies, and modern software development practices. You'll work alongside experienced engineers, contribute to critical booking platforms, and help build reliable systems that support thousands of customer journeys worldwide.
What You'll Do
As a Backend Developer, you will:
- Develop and maintain scalable backend services and APIs.
- Build reliable integrations between internal and external systems.
- Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code.
- Use AI-assisted development tools such as Claude and Claude Code as part of your daily workflow, learning from experienced engineers how to use them effectively and responsibly
- Participate in code reviews and collaborate with senior engineers.
- Support deployment, monitoring, and troubleshooting of production services.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and engineering best practices.
- Work closely with frontend, platform, and DevOps teams to deliver end-to-end solutions.
Work with great people
Skills & Requirements
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Experience with:
- .NET / C#
- RESTful APIs
- System design
- Some experience using AI coding assistants (e.g. Claude, GitHub Copilot)
- Understanding of cloud platforms, preferably Microsoft Azure.
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
- Knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes
Nice to Have
- Experience with GraphQL
- Exposure to Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform
Personal Qualities
We believe successful candidates are:
- Curious and eager to learn.
- Curious about how AI tools can improve the way we build software, while keeping quality and understanding at the core.
- Collaborative team players.
- Quality-focused and detail-oriented.
- Accountable and proactive.
- Strong communicators who enjoy sharing knowledge.
- Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
Why Join Hurtigruten?
At Hurtigruten, you'll be part of a technology organisation driving innovation within one of the world's most iconic travel brands.
We offer:
- The opportunity to work on business-critical digital products.
- A supportive environment with experienced engineers and mentors.
- Modern technology stack and cloud-first architecture.
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- A collaborative and inclusive culture where ideas, innovation, and continuous improvement are valued.
- Mentor programme
- Opportunities for professional and personal development.
- Staff rates on Hurtigruten voyages for you and your family.
Location
This position is based in Oslo, Norway, with flexible hybrid working options available.
Ready to Apply?
If you're excited about backend development and want to be part of a company connecting people with extraordinary travel experiences, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help us build the future of Hurtigruten's digital booking platform.
Great Place to Work
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Our team operates across many different roles all over the world. Each person makes an important contribution to deliver guest-centric and memorable experiences.
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At the heart of Hurtigruten is a passion for exploration and travel. It’s shared by our team who seek out the remarkable in order to inspire guests and each other.
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Our team has an unrelenting quest for improvement — for our business, our guests, the places we visit and their communities, and the planet as a whole.
About the company
Hurtigruten is one of the world’s great journeys, sailing and caring for the Norwegian coast since 1893. We are proud to be a national icon for generations of Norwegians and to have a special place in the hearts of our guests from around the world.
Our Original voyages connect 34 coastal communities. It is the classic way to travel the Norwegian coast as a local and has rightly become known as ‘The World’s Most Beautiful Voyage’.
To mark our 130-year anniversary, we launched an exclusive range of Signature cruises. These premium sailings showcase our favourite places of Norway’s coast with several hours spent in each port.
Important Information
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Inclusion & Diversity
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and believe that diversity makes us stronger.
Quick overviewWe've been caring for our coast for 130 years and want to do whatever we can to help protect it for another 130 years and more. We’re creating sustainable travel experiences, striving to keep our footprint small and impact lasting.
Single-use plastic banHurtigruten was the first major travel company to have removed single-use plastic from its entire fleet and our hotels.
Hurtigruten FoundationThe Foundation specialises in the conservation of endangered species, fighting against marine and plastic pollution.
EmissionsCurbing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions is crucial if we are to keep global warming in check. We know that the travel industry has work to do reducing its impact on the climate, so we’ve set out ways we can make a real difference by focusing on concrete, measurable solutions.
PeopleOur employees are at the heart of who we are. They’re the people who drive our business forward, the faces that guests see on board our ships, and the advocates for our brand.
CommunitySince 1893 we have been a lifeline on the Norwegian coast. The route we founded binds the country together, transporting people and delivering goods. Travel and tourism a catalysts for value creation in the beautiful local communities we are so lucky to visit and cooperate with.
Kato Griff Klæboe | Contact Person
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