American Airlines

Sr Principal Solution Architect, IT Infrastructure

American Airlines • $150K — $180K *
Fort Worth, TX 76137In-Person
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent experience
  • 12+ years of experience in IT Architecture, including senior architecture roles
  • Master's degree in a related technical discipline is preferred
  • Leadership experience in the Airline Industry is a plus
  • Expertise with the Azure Technology stack and strong knowledge of emerging technologies like AI and cybersecurity.

Responsibilities

  • Define and drive the architectural vision and strategy aligned with business goals.
  • Lead and mentor a team of architects and engineers for improved innovation and collaboration.
  • Oversee the implementation of complex architectural projects adhering to quality and security standards.
  • Collaborate with executives and stakeholders to translate business needs into architectural solutions.
  • Evaluate and recommend new technologies to enhance architectural capabilities.
  • Establish and enforce architectural standards and best practices across the organization.
  • Identify and mitigate architectural risks to ensure stable IT systems.

Benefits

  • Travel perks allowing access to 365 destinations on over 6,800 daily flights for you and your family and friends.
  • Immediate access to health, dental, prescription, and vision benefits, plus virtual doctor visits and flexible spending accounts.
  • Wellness programs support personal well-being with resources and tools to improve health.
  • 401(k) program available from day one, with employer contributions after one year.
  • Other benefits include an Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance, and discounts on hotels and travel services.
Full Job Description
9/15/26

Location: DFW Headquarters Building 8 (DFW-SV08)
Cities: Fort Worth - TX
Requisition ID: 88059

Job Description

What you'll do

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.
  • Define and drive the architectural vision and strategy for the organization, ensuring alignment with business goals and technological advancements.
  • Lead and mentor a team of architects and engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Oversee the design and implementation of complex architectural projects, ensuring they meet quality, performance, and security standards.
  • Collaborate with senior executives, business leaders, and other stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into architectural solutions.
  • Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, and methodologies to enhance the organization's architectural capabilities.
  • Establish and enforce architectural standards, guidelines, and best practices across the organization.
  • Identify and mitigate architectural risks, ensuring the stability and scalability of IT systems.
  • Lead the architecture and strategic direction for observability, resiliency, and operational intelligence capabilities across the enterprise.
  • Establish measurable standards and metrics for service health and reliability, including availability, MTTD, MTTR, and business impact reduction.
  • Partner across infrastructure, software, security, and business domains to improve operational resilience and accelerate incident detection and recovery.


All you'll need for success

Minimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related technical discipline, or equivalent experience/training
  • 12+ years of experience in IT Architecture including time in senior Architecture roles


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 leadership experience


Skills, Licenses & Certifications
  • Expertise with the Azure Technology stack for data management, data ingestion, capture, processing, curation and creating Deep knowledge of enterprise architecture, cloud computing, software development, and IT infrastructure.
  • Strong leadership skills to guide and inspire a team of engineers.
  • Strong knowledge of emerging technologies like Al, machine learning, and cybersecurity.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Ability to align architectural solutions with business strategies and goals.
  • Expertise in enterprise observability platforms, event management, telemetry strategy, and operational analytics.
  • Strong understanding of IT Service Management (ITSM), resiliency engineering, incident management, and service reliability practices.


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


Are you ready to feel a tremendous sense of pride and satisfaction as you do your part to keep the largest airline in the world running smoothly as we care for people on life's journey? Feel free to be yourself at American.

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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