Senior Developer - Ancillary Products

United Airlines; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 112,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Parental leave

Employee assistance program

Commuter benefits

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401(k)

Flight privileges

Job summary

United Airlines is seeking a Senior Software Developer to design, develop, and deliver critical cloud-based applications. You will work with a team of developers to build scalable solutions, document code, and participate in architectural decisions.

The role requires strong backend API development skills, experience with AWS services, and proficiency in Node.js, Java, Python, and .NET. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and adherence to Agile practices are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• 4+ years in design, development, testing, and debugging of software systems.
• Experience implementing AWS technologies (Lambda, API Gateway, etc.).
• Strong backend API development experience in Node.js/Java/.NET Stack.
• Proficient in SQL and NoSQL databases; solid OO design skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop critical applications and deliver cloud-based solutions.
• Lead and collaborate with internal and vendor teams on projects.
• Write technical specifications and document software functionality.
• Analyze issues and revise programs; participate in design reviews.

Skills

AWS technologies

Back-end API development

Node.js

Java

Python

.NET Framework/.NET Core

SQL / NoSQL databases

Object-Oriented design

Agile methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree

Computer Science / Engineering / MIS related field

Tools

Git

Cloud deployment tooling

Scripting: Bash/PowerShell

Job description

Location Chicago, Illinois, United States This job is associated with 2 categories Job Id WHQ00026969 Information Technology Job Type Full-Time Posted Date 10/12/2026

Achieving our goals starts with supporting yours. Grow your career, access top-tier health and wellness benefits, build lasting connections with your team and our customers, and travel the world using our extensive route network.

Come join us to create what’s next. Let’s define tomorrow, together.

Description

United's Digital Technology team is comprised of many talented individuals all working together with cutting-edge technology to build the best airline in the history of aviation. Our team designs, develops and maintains massively scaling technology solutions brought to life with innovative architectures, data analytics, and digital solutions.

Job overview and responsibilities

The Senior Software Developer will be responsible for the development of critical applications, while working with a team of developers. This role will design, develop, document, test and debug new and existing applications. Additionally, this role will build these applications with a focus on delivering cloud-based solutions. The individual will use groundbreaking technologies and enterprise grade integration software daily and will be relied upon to help take the team to the next level from a technological standpoint.

• Manages and participates in full development life cycle including requirements analysis and design using Agile methodologies


• Serve as technical expert on development projects


• Write technical specifications based on conceptual design and stated business requirements


• Support, maintain, and document software functionality


• Identify and evaluate new technologies for implementation


• Analyze code to find causes of errors and revise programs as needed


• Managers and participates in software design meetings and analyze user needs to determine technical requirements


• Collaborate & lead tech teams consisting of employees & vendor company contractors in planning and execution, serving as an technology leader


• Collaborate with end user to prototype, refine, test, and debug programs to meet needs

Qualifications

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

• Bachelor's degree


• Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Management Information Systems or related field preferred


• 4+ years of experience in design, development, documenting, testing, and debugging of new and existing software systems and/or applications for market sale or large-scale proprietary software for internal use in an agile environment


• Experience implementing AWS technologies (Lambda, Step Functions, CloudWatch, CloudFront, Cognito, route53, Dynamo DB, ECS, EC2, S3, RDS, API Gateway)


• Experience with Cloud Automation Development Tool such as Git, Python/Bash/PowerShell Scripting


• Hands‑on development and proficient excellence in backend API development using Node.js Java and Python (nice to have)


• Strong knowledge of Microsoft .NET Framework, Microsoft NET Core, SQL, NoSQL and Design Patterns


• Excellent knowledge of Object‑Oriented systems design and Application Development


• 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

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

• Airlines industry experience is a plus


• AWS highly preferred

The base pay range for this role is $112,480.00 to $146,540.00.

The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long‑term incentive compensation awards.

You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges.

United Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation, contact [e-mail]