American Airlines

Engineer/Sr Engineer, IT Software

American Airlines • $90K — $120K *
Fort Worth, TX 76137In-Person
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
1 week ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent experience
  • 3+ years in designing and implementing large-scale solutions
  • Proficient in Java, JavaScript/TypeScript, and major frameworks
  • Experience with CI/CD tools like GitHub Actions and Azure DevOps
  • Familiarity with cloud services (Azure, AWS) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
  • Preferred: Master's degree in a relevant field
  • Preferred: Experience in the airline industry

Responsibilities

  • Write, test, and document technical solutions
  • Solve technical issues and create impactful libraries
  • Mentor junior engineers on technical skills
  • Lead root cause analysis and action plans
  • Design systems for cross-functional team collaboration
  • Manage and reduce technical debt
  • Anticipate and guide teams through scaling and performance challenges

Benefits

  • Travel perks for you, family, and friends on global flights
  • Immediate access to health, dental, and vision benefits
  • Wellness programs aimed at personal development
  • 401(k) plan with potential employer contributions
  • Additional perks including employee assistance and travel discounts
Full Job Description
5/21/26

Location: Tech Ops (DFW-SV04)
Cities: Fort Worth - TX
Requisition ID: 84982

Job Description

What you'll do

As noted above, this list is intended to reflect the current job but there may be additional essential functions (and certainly non-essential job functions) that are not referenced. Management will modify the job or require other tasks be performed whenever it is deemed appropriate to do so, observing, of course, any legal obligations including any collective bargaining obligations.
  • Write, test, and document code, scripts, and processes following organizational standards
  • Solve technical problems and build impactful components/libraries
  • Deliver high-quality work and mentor junior engineers in technical skills
  • Conduct root cause analysis to address systemic issues and lead action plans
  • Design integrated systems that enable cross-functional teams to deliver value at scale, speed, and reliability
  • Manage technical debt and drive initiatives to eliminate it
  • Anticipate scaling, latency, and durability challenges, guiding teams in mitigation
  • Collaborate with security teams to implement secure practices early in development
  • Assess technical risks and implement prevention strategies
  • Evaluate squad delivery practices, recommend improvements, and drive change
  • Identify and eliminate duplication of effort, promoting reuse across teams
  • Measure team performance and support individual development
  • Explore emerging technologies, lead prototype development, and incorporate into architectural solutions


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 experience designing, developing, and implementing large-scale solutions in production environments


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
  • Airline Industry experience


Skills, Licenses & Certifications
  • Proficiency with the following technologies:
    • Programming Languages: Java, Javascript/Typescript
    • Frameworks: Spring/SpringBoot, FastAPI
    • Front End Technologies: Angular/React
    • Deployment Technologies: Kubernetes, Docker
    • Source Control: GitHub, Azure DevOps
    • CICD: GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps
    • Data management: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis
    • Integration/APIs Technologies: Kafka, REST, GraphQL
    • Cloud Providers such as Azure and AWS
    • Test Automation: Selenium, TestNG, Postman, SonarQube, Cypress, JUnit/NUnit/PyTest, Cucumber, Playwright, Wiremock/Mockito/Moq
  • Design and implement robust automation solutions using modern languages (Java, Python, C#, JavaScript/TypeScript) and frameworks such as Selenium, Playwright, TestNG, JUnit, and Cucumber
  • Build and maintain scalable test automation frameworks and integrate them seamlessly with CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and Azure DevOps
  • Develop and execute API and integration tests leveraging technologies like REST, GraphQL, Kafka, SOAPUI, Postman, and service virtualization tools (WireMock, Mockito, Moq)
  • Perform performance and load testing using tools such as JMeter while ensuring system reliability, scalability, and resiliency
  • Manage automated test lifecycle including test design, execution, scheduling, maintenance, and detailed analysis of test results and logs using tools like Quality Center
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, validate designs, and ensure adherence to SDLC, Agile (Scrum), and DevOps best practices
  • Validate complex, distributed systems across cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) and containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes)
  • Apply strong knowledge of data validation and backend testing using PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis, and ensure data integrity across systems
  • Optimize system quality and test strategy by applying quality engineering principles, metrics, and continuous improvement practices
  • Demonstrate strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills while managing multiple priorities, adapting to change, and driving high-quality deliverables across teams


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
Aerospace & Defense
Net Income
-$8.8 billion
Founded
1930
5 Year Trend
-5.7%
Revenue
$17.3 billion
NASDAQ
AAL
* Ladders Estimates

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