American Airlines

Developer/Sr Developer, IT Applications

American Airlines$90K — $120K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent experience
  • 3 years of full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) experience
  • 3 years of professional software design and open-source experience
  • Master's degree preferred
  • Airline industry experience preferred

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with leaders and teams to understand requirements and develop solutions
  • Maintain and enhance existing enterprise services and applications
  • Troubleshoot and debug complex issues, identifying solutions
  • Create detailed project specifications and estimates
  • Research and implement new technologies for process enhancement
  • Support coding standards and best practices
  • Drive enhancements of internal developer platforms and workflows

Benefits

  • Travel perks for you and your family/friends on global flights
  • Health benefits starting day one including dental and vision
  • Wellness programs for personal development
  • 401(k) program with employer contributions after one year
  • Additional benefits like EAP, pet insurance, and discounts on travel
Full Job Description
5/27/26

Location: DFW Headquarters Building 7 (DFW-SV07)
Cities: Fort Worth - TX
Requisition ID: 85923

Job Description

Why you'll love this job

Responsible for leveraging cutting edge technology to solve business problems at American Airlines by participating in all phases of the development process from inception through transition, advocating the agile process and test-driven development, using object-oriented development tools to analyze, model, design, construct and test reusable objects, and making the codebase a better place to live and work

What you'll do

  • Collaborates with leaders, business analysts, project managers, IT architects, technical leads and other developers, along with internal customers, to understand requirements and develop needs according to business requirements
  • Maintains and enhances existing enterprise services, applications, and platforms using domain driven design and test-driven development
  • Troubleshoots and debugs complex issues; identifies and implements solutions
  • Creates detailed project specifications, requirements, and estimates
  • Researches and implements new technologies to enhance current processes, security, and performance
  • Supports the development of coding standards and adheres to best practices and security guidelines
  • Drive ownership and ongoing enhancement of our Backstage-based Internal Developer Platform, including developer portal experiences, service catalog integrations, and self-service workflows
  • Define and establish "golden paths" that enable teams to build, deploy, and operate services with speed, consistency, and safety, reducing cognitive load and scaling best practices across the organization.


All you'll need for success

Minimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Technology, Information Systems (CIS/MIS), Engineering or related technical discipline, or equivalent experience/training
  • 3 years of full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) experience designing, developing, and implementing large-scale applications in hosted production environments
  • 3 years of professional, design, and open-source experience

Preferred Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience
  • Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Technology, Information Systems (CIS/MIS), Engineering or related technical discipline, or equivalent experience/training
  • 5 years of full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) experience
  • Airline Industry experience
  • Experience working in or alongside platform engineering, developer productivity, or internal tooling teams.
  • Exposure to containerized or orchestrated environments (e.g., Kubernetes), with an emphasis on how platforms support developers, not infrastructure ownership.
  • Background in large scale or regulated enterprise environments is a plus.

Skills, Licenses & Certifications
  • Proficiency in one or more of the following languages: TypeScript, Python, Java
  • Practical experience in AI-Augmented Engineering: Hands on experience leveraging AI to accelerate engineering workflows, including code development, test and documentation generation, design prototyping, and reducing operational overhead.
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms Azure and/or AWS; knowledge of CI/CD practices including source control, build automation, testing pipelines, and dependency management, with a focus on enabling developer self-service.
  • Strong experience designing API-centric systems with well-defined contracts, scalable abstractions, and reusable components; understands versioning, backward compatibility, and evolution of developer-facing interfaces.
  • Collaborative team player who contributes ideas, seeks feedback, and values diverse perspectives; able to articulate technical vision, support exploratory innovation, and promote mentorship and shared ownership.


What you'll get

Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer:
  • Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
  • Health Benefits: On day one, you'll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that's just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more.
  • Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself - that's why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.
  • 401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.
  • Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more


About American Airlines

US Airways provides international and domestic air transport in the United States. It is owned by the American Airlines Group. US Airways utilizes a fleet of 343 mainline jet aircrafts, along with 278 regional jet and turbo-prop aircrafts operated by contract and subsidiary airlines under the name US Airways Express. It was originally established as All American Aviation.It operates an airline network with 193 destinations in 24 countries in North America, South America, Europe, and the Middle East. It also operates the US Airways Shuttle, a US Airways brand which provides hourly service between Boston, New York City, and Washington, D.C.As of October 2013, US Airways employed 32,312 people worldwide and operated 3,028 daily flights.US Airways is a member of Oneworld, and it currently operates along with American Airlines as a result of a merge between the two holding companies of these airliners.US Airways was established in 1973. It operates hubs at Charlotte/Douglas International Airport, Philadelphia Inte...

American Airlines Careers

Join the dynamic team at American Airlines, a leader in global aviation and an innovator in the airline industry. With a wide range of job opportunities, American Airlines is the perfect place to advance your career, offering roles that cater to a variety of skills and professional interests. Work You’ll Do At American Airlines, you will be part of a team that is dedicated to providing world-class service and shaping the future of travel. Our employees enjoy a culture of collaboration and respect, where diversity and inclusion are celebrated. With American Airlines, you can contribute to a legacy of innovation and leadership in the skies. Transform Your Career American Airlines is not just a company; it's a community where you can grow your career through a robust suite of professional development and diversity training programs. Our leadership is committed to nurturing talent and recognizes the value of each individual’s growth. Join a team that leads with integrity and a passion for progress. At American Airlines, your career trajectory is bolstered by our commitment to innovation and excellence in the aviation industry. Internship Opportunities Kickstart your career with an internship at American Airlines. Gain invaluable industry experience, build your resume, and make connections that will propel your professional life. Our internships offer hands-on experience in a variety of departments, helping you discover your path in the aviation industry. Benefits of Working With Us American Airlines places immense value on the well-being of its team members. Employees enjoy competitive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, employee discounts, and flexible spending accounts. More than just perks, our benefits are designed to support your life, both at work and at home. Explore Job Opportunities Whether you’re looking to enhance your career in engineering, customer service, or leadership, American Airlines has a position that will match your skills and passions. We are continuously hiring and looking for motivated individuals who are ready to take their careers to new heights. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search open positions that align with your skills and interests. We are looking for passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players. SEARCH AMERICAN AIRLINES JOBS Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. READ CAREERS BLOG Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding opportunities that await at American Airlines.
Learn more about American Airlines
Size
123,400 employees
Market Cap
$8 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$8.8 billion
Founded
1930
5 Year Trend
-5.7%
Revenue
$17.3 billion
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