Pros
1. International Environment
• Diverse teams from all over the world
• English-speaking office, very inclusive culture
2. Competitive Benefits
• Strong relocation package
• Discounts on travel and accommodation
• Generous holiday allowance
• Pension and parental leave support
3. Work-Life Balance
• Generally respectful of personal time
• Hybrid/flexible working options (team dependent)
4. Learning & Development
• Access to courses, workshops, and internal mobility
• Encouragement of career growth and role changes across teams
5. Amsterdam HQ Perks
• Central office with lunch, snacks, barista coffee
• Wellness perks like yoga, bike scheme, and on-site health support
6. Tech + Product Culture
• Data-driven decision-making
• Opportunity to work on products used by millions globally
• Good engineering and design infrastructure
7. Job Stability
• Booking is a highly profitable company with a strong market position
Cons
1. Bureaucracy / Slower Decision-Making
• Large-company processes can slow down innovation
• Many layers of approvals in some teams
2. Limited Upward Mobility in Some Departments
• Career growth can feel slow in non-technical roles
• Promotions may take time or be unclear
3. Varying Team Cultures
• Experience can differ dramatically between teams or managers
• Some teams are more traditional or rigid
4. Recent Restructures
• Layoffs and reorganizations in recent years have affected morale in pockets
• Some teams still recovering from pandemic-era shifts
