Senior Frontend Engineer - React/Next.js (f/m/d)

Join Apaleo and Shape the Future of Hospitality Tech!

At Apaleo, we're revolutionizing the hospitality industry with our AI-first property management platform, giving businesses the power to build a tech ecosystem that enhances both guest experiences and staff efficiency. With seamless integrations to hundreds of apps through the Apaleo Store, our platform simplifies operations, elevates the guest journey, and drives revenue growth.

Are you ready to make an impact? We're looking for a Senior Frontend Engineer (React/Next.js) (f/m/d)to join our dynamic team and help shape the future of hospitality technology!

What You'll Be Up To:

• Build and maintain high-performance, scalable web applications with Next.js and React .
• Develop custom, reusable React components , document them in Storybook , and ensure consistent UI patterns.
• Create responsive, accessible interfaces using Tailwind CSS .
• Integrate Contentful (Headless CMS) for dynamic, content-driven experiences.
• Apply Clean Architecture principles to build modular, shared component libraries.
• Connect to REST APIs with robust error handling and efficient data management.
• Write high-quality, maintainable, testable code, including unit and end-to-end tests.
• Collaborate closely with product owners, designers, and engineers to refine features and deliver exceptional user experiences.
• Support CI/CD workflows via Jenkins and assist with deployments to AWS Fargate .

What You'll Bring to the Team:

• 7+ years of professional frontend development experience.
• Expert-level JavaScript/TypeScript skills and deep knowledge of the React ecosystem (Next.js, Hooks, Context, React Query or similar).
• Strong proficiency in HTML , Tailwind CSS , and responsive design best practices.
• Experience using Storybook for component development and documentation (optional) .
• Solid grasp of Clean Architecture principles and their application in frontend projects.
• Experience with Contentful or other headless CMS platforms (optional) .
• Familiarity with Jest , Testing Library , and Playwright (or Cypress) for automated testing.
• Experience using AI-assisted coding tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Cursor AI , ChatGPT, Amazon CodeWhisperer) to accelerate development, troubleshoot code, and generate documentation ;
• A growth mindset toward continuously exploring new AI technologies that can positively impact our engineering culture and delivery pipeline.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging abilities, with a focus on performance optimization.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines (preferably Jenkins) and cloud deployments (AWS).
• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of guiding others toward success.
• Bonus: Experience with .NET and Angular .

What We Offer:

• A Diverse & International Team – Work alongside passionate experts from various disciplines and backgrounds, fostering a truly global perspective.
• Flat Hierarchy & Flexible Structure – Enjoy autonomy and ownership in an environment that values collaboration over rigid hierarchies.
• A Key Role in a Fast-Growing Startup – Be part of one of the most promising international startups in the hospitality industry, right in the heart of Munich.
• Fair & Transparent Compensation – Benefit from a clear peer review system and career progression plan designed to reward your growth.
• Flexible Working Style – We support flexible hours and remote work, depending on the role.
• Engaging Team Events – Join us for cocktail club nights, team dinners, meet-ups, and the legendary Oktoberfest celebrations!
• 30 Days of Vacation – Recharge and enjoy a generous annual leave policy.
• Free Public Transportation in Munich – We've got your commute covered!
• Access to EGYM Wellness Pass – enjoy a variety of fitness and wellness studios to support your physical and mental well-being.

How you make an impact joining Apaleo: Joining Apaleo means more than just taking on a role it's about driving real change in the hospitality industry. Your contributions will directly shape our innovative platform, influence company-wide decisions, and help redefine the future of hospitality tech. At Apaleo, your voice matters, your ideas are valued, and your impact is tangible. Be part of a team where your work fuels progress, collaboration sparks innovation, and growth is a shared journey.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Your personal data will be handled with the utmost care and in compliance with GDPR and relevant data protection regulations. We celebrate differences and believe that diversity enriches our team and drives innovation.