Developer, Digital Tech — Build Scalable Travel Solutions

United Airlines; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Parental Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Commuter Benefits

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

401(k)

Flight Privileges

Job summary

United Airlines is seeking a Developer to design, develop, and maintain scalable software solutions that align with business needs. You will collaborate across teams, implement secure coding practices, and contribute to documentation and testing to ensure reliable deployments.

The role emphasizes hands-on backend development in Java/Spring Boot within a cloud environment (AWS/Azure), working on cross-functional projects, code reviews, and continuous improvement of development processes and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, with high preference for Computer science, software engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years of related experience or successful completion of United DT Early Career Digital Leadership Program (ECDLP).
• Proficient in Java, Springboot, and building back-end components.
• Knowledge of software development in a Cloud environment such as AWS or Azure.
• Background in RESTful APIs, Event Message processing (like Kafka, Solace, RabbitMQ).
• Knowledge of OAuth.
• Experience with databases like NoSQL (Mongo, DocumentDB, etc.), DynamoDB, RDBS (MySQL, Postgres), Redis.
• Problem solving and attention to detail.
• Effective Communication (verbal + written).
• Demonstrates and eagerness to learn.
• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of SDLC processes, inputs/outputs, standards and best practices.
• Demonstrate advance knowledge of development methodologies, software design and design patterns.
• Demonstrate advance knowledge of the application of development domain areas and specific technologies and tool set.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship.
• Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification.
• Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design, develop and modify software applications/systems
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and deliver solutions
• Provides support to the software development leads (Ex: Senior Developer)
• Works on one or more moderate to complex projects
• Applies security code best practices throughout development cycle
• Contributes to software documentation and user manuals
• Complete comprehensive unit testing on all developed/enhanced software and supports deployment of software applications
• Participates in code reviews to ensure code adheres to standards
• Support and troubleshoot software systems as required, optimizing performance, resolving problems, and providing follow-up on all issues and solutions
• Stays up to date on the latest industry trends and technology

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Backend development

AWS

Azure

RESTful APIs

Kafka

RabbitMQ

OAuth

NoSQL Mongo

PostgreSQL/MySQL

Redis

SDLC

Communication

Problem solving

Learning mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / related field

Tools

GitHub

TFS

Dynatrace

Datadog

CI/CD

Job description

United Airlines is seeking a Developer to design, develop, and maintain scalable software solutions that align with business needs. You will collaborate across teams, implement secure coding practices, and contribute to documentation and testing to ensure reliable deployments.

The role emphasizes hands-on backend development in Java/Spring Boot within a cloud environment (AWS/Azure), working on cross-functional projects, code reviews, and continuous improvement of development processes and