JetBlue Airways

Lead Engineer Full Stack

JetBlue Airways$105K — $150K *
Enterprise Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent experience
  • 4 years of software engineering experience, focused on web applications and APIs
  • 4 years of full stack development experience with NodeJs, Java, Angular
  • 4 years of experience in agile practices, specifically Scrum
  • 2 years of experience with Magnolia CMS in headless mode
  • Experience with CI/CD tools like Jenkins, Sonarqube
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms such as Azure, GCP, or AWS

Responsibilities

  • Develop, design, and document high-traffic web applications
  • Provide technical leadership in component design and development
  • Evaluate and implement new technologies based on solutions
  • Analyze requirements and create task-specific estimates
  • Mentor junior engineers on best coding practices
  • Participate in code reviews for maintaining high-quality standards
  • Lead scrum teams in agile processes, including sprint planning and backlog grooming

Benefits

  • Access to healthcare benefits
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Crewmember stock purchase plan
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • Basic life insurance
  • Free space-available travel on JetBlue
Full Job Description
Position Summary

The Lead Engineer Full Stack leads development teams in designing, testing, and implementing responsive web applications. In addition to leading and delegating work to other developers, the Lead Engineer will be responsible for standardization of documentation, code reviews, promoting industry standard best practices, performing detailed estimates and completing finalized solution designs/diagrams. The Lead Engineer role requires excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate complex technology related terminology and capabilities to business and non-technical professionals. The Lead Full Stack Engineer will maintain innovative, scalable solutions that provide value to JetBlue business initiatives.

Essential Responsibilities
  • Develop, design, code, debug and document high traffic web applications and services running from cloud platforms.
  • Provide technical leadership around the delivery of component designs and development.
  • Evaluate new technologies and determine viability per solution.
  • Analyze requirements and solution architecture and provide task specific estimates.
  • Mentor junior engineers on coding practices and design decisions.
  • Participate in code reviews to ensure high quality and consistent coding practices.
  • Lead scrum teams in agile methodology, sprint planning, backlog grooming.
  • Break down architecture solutions into tasks for team members.
  • Collaborate closely with other IT teams globally from Product Management, Architecture, DevOps, Quality Assurance (QA), Infrastructure.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Experience and Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field; OR demonstrated capability to perform job responsibilities with a combination of a High School Diploma/GED and at least four (4) years of previous relevant work experience
  • Four (4) years of software engineering experience, building responsive web applications and Application Program Interfaces (APIs)
  • Four (4) years of professional full stack development using NodeJs, Java, Angular
  • Four (4) years of experience in agile practices in Scrum teams
  • Two (2) years of experience with Magnolia CMS, particularly in headless mode
  • Experience with Continuous Integration (CI)/Continuous Delivery (CD) pipeline and tools like Jenkins, Sonarqube
  • Experience with developing software applications in at least one of the major Cloud platforms - Azure, GCP or AWS
  • Available for moderate overnight travel (up to 15%)
  • In possession of valid travel documents with the ability to travel in and out of the United States
  • Able to work flexible hours and be available for emergency response on short notice
  • Must pass a pre-employment drug test
  • Must be legally eligible to work in the country in which the position is located
  • Authorization to work in the US is required. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Preferred Experience and Qualifications
  • Three (3) years of experience leading/mentoring team of software engineers
  • Experience with high traffic, consumer-facing websites
  • Experience with Magnolia Content Management Systems (CMS) and Fastly Content Delivery Networks (CDN)
  • Knowledge of Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
  • Knowledge of modern software architecture, microservices, micro-frontends, serverless applications and frameworks
  • Keen interest in application security and knowledge of security best practices
  • Knowledge of DevOps practices
  • Experience with Yarn, Gradle, WebPack, CSS
  • Azure certifications (Developer associate or Solutions Architect)

Crewmember Expectations:
  • Regular attendance and punctuality
  • Potential need to work flexible hours and be available to respond on short-notice
  • Able to maintain a professional appearance
  • When working or traveling on JetBlue flights, and if time permits, all capable crewmembers are asked to assist with light cleaning of the aircraft
  • Must be an appropriate organizational fit for the JetBlue culture, that is, exhibit the JetBlue values of Safety, Caring, Integrity, Passion and Fun
  • Promote JetBlue's #1 value of safety as a Safety Ambassador, supporting JetBlue's Safety Management System (SMS) components, Safety Policy and behavioral standards
  • Identify safety and security concerns, issues, incidents or hazards that should be reported and report them whenever possible and by any means necessary including JetBlue's confidential reporting systems (Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP) or Safety Action Report (SAR))
  • The use of ChatGPT or any other automated tool during the interview process will disqualify a candidate from being considered for the position.

Equipment:
  • Computer and other office equipment

Work Environment:
  • Traditional office environment

Physical Effort:
  • Generally not required, or up to 10 pounds occasionally, 0 pounds frequently. (Sedentary)

Compensation:
  • The base pay range for this position is between $105,600.00 and $150,400.00 per year. Base pay is one component of JetBlue's total compensation package, which may also include access to healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan and company match, crewmember stock purchase plan, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, free space available travel on JetBlue, and more.

#LI-AC1

#LI-Hybrid

About JetBlue Airways

JetBlue is a customer service channel for Major United States Airline based in Queens, New York. It is a passenger airline that operates primarily on point-to-point routes with its fleet of 120 Airbus A320 aircraft and 49 EMBRAER 190 aircraft. As of December 31, 2011, it served 70 destinations in 22 states, Puerto Rico, Mexico and 12 countries in the Caribbean and Latin America. Most of JetBlue flights have as an origin or destination New York or one of its other focus cities: Boston, Fort Lauderdale, Los Angeles, Orlando or San Juan, Puerto Rico. As of December 31, 2011, the Company operated an average of 700 daily flights. During the year ended December 31, 2011, the Company acquired eight take-off and landing slots at each of New York’s LaGuardia Airport and Washington D.C.’s Ronald Reagan National Airport. The Company’s operations primarily consist of transporting passengers on its aircraft with domestic United States operations, including Puerto Rico, which accounted for 85% of its capacity in 2011.

JetBlue Airways Careers

There has never been a more exciting time to explore job opportunities at JetBlue Airways, a leading company in the aviation industry known for its innovation, strong culture, and commitment to diversity and leadership development. Work You’ll Do Join JetBlue Airways' dynamic team to help redefine the future of air travel with a focus on customer service excellence and operational efficiency. At JetBlue, you will be part of a culture that values diversity, leadership, and professional growth. Transform your career and the airline industry with JetBlue’s commitment to innovation and excellence. Lead from a unique position in the marketplace, where your skills in technology, customer service, and team collaboration are highly valued. Work with a dedicated team of professionals who are passionate about creating an outstanding travel experience. Collaborate with industry leaders and benefit from a culture that supports career advancement and professional development. Introducing the JetBlue Professional Growth and Development Initiative We are building a market-leading team to master the challenges of the modern aviation industry. At JetBlue, you will find a supportive environment where career growth and learning are encouraged through comprehensive training and leadership development programs. Do Innovative Work Join a team that is at the forefront of the aviation industry, where you can apply your skills in a variety of roles, from pilot and cabin crew positions to engineering and customer support. JetBlue offers a wide range of job opportunities that allow you to innovate and excel. Be Part of a Great Team Work on a wide range of projects and utilize the latest technology in aviation. Harness the unparalleled capabilities of a team that values integrity, teamwork, and mutual respect. Future-Proof Your Career Advance your career with JetBlue Airways, where your ambition can take you to new heights. Enjoy near-limitless opportunities to grow professionally, supported by unmatched training, development, and certification support. Explore JetBlue’s internship programs offer a unique insight into the workings of one of the most innovative airlines in the industry. These programs provide hands-on experience and are a stepping stone to full-time employment. The JetBlue Experience Our combined service capabilities, commitment to innovation, and a diverse and inclusive workplace help employees thrive and lead in their careers. At JetBlue, we are dedicated to nurturing a professional environment where every team member can succeed. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We look for passionate, curious, creative, and solution-driven team players. Explore the various employment paths JetBlue Airways offers, from customer service to pilot positions. SEARCH JETBLUE 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 Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at JetBlue Airways.
Learn more about JetBlue Airways
Size
19,304 employees
Market Cap
$2 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$1.3 billion
Founded
1999
5 Year Trend
-1.7%
Revenue
$2.9 billion
NASDAQ

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at JetBlue Airways

More Enterprise Technology Jobs

Find similar Lead Engineer Full Stack jobs: