Associate Developer, IT Applications

American Airlines Group - Dallas, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Dallas, TX

Air Transportation

About the position

The Associate Developer, IT Applications role at American Airlines is part of the Information Technology Team, focusing on developing and supporting web-based, mobile-aware Java applications and web services. The position offers the opportunity to work collaboratively within an agile team, engaging with various stakeholders to understand requirements and enhance development processes while gaining valuable experience in the IT field.

Responsibilities

• Creates new and maintains current applications, including bug fixes, feature enhancements, and performance tuning.
• Researches and implements new technology to enhance current processes, security, and performance.
• Troubleshoots and debugs complex issues; identifies and implements solutions.
• Works with a team to create detailed project specifications, requirements, and estimates, ensuring tasks/projects are completed on time and within scope.
• Collaborates with production operations to ensure smooth deployments and appropriate support for customer groups.
• Documents validation of design decisions.
• Supports the enforcement of policy and procedural changes within the development group.
• Contributes to the development of coding standards and adheres to best practices and security guidelines.
• Participates in code reviews.
• Provides on-call production support (24 x 7 x 365), as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Technology, Information Systems (CIS/MIS), Engineering or related technical discipline, or equivalent experience/training.
• 2 years total development experience.
• 1 year web application or services experience.
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of object-oriented programming, common data structures and algorithms, design patterns and best practices.
• Basic to intermediate development skills with Python, C#, XML, HTML, JavaScript, CSS, GIT, JQuery, Angular, SOAP/REST, NoSQL databases and other web development technologies.
• Experience with Visual Studio and Microsoft Team Foundation Server (TFS) or GitHUB.
• Knowledge of relational databases (MSSQL Server, Oracle).
• Ability to scrutinize applications and services to ensure they adhere to security standards.
• Networking knowledge (Sockets, TCP/IP, UDP).
• Excellent prioritization and time management skills.
• Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Personal commitment to Agile principles and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Knowledge of TDD and automated testing.
• Knowledge of PCI Compliance / OWASP standards.
• Knowledge of diagnostics tools (SOAPUI, Fiddler, IE Inspector, HTTP Analyzer, Dynatrace).

Nice-to-haves

• 2+ years of total development experience.
• 2+ years of web application experience.
• Airline Industry experience.

Benefits

• Travel Perks: Access to 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights.
• Health Benefits: Health, dental, prescription, and vision benefits from day one.
• Wellness Programs: Tools and resources for personal wellness.
• 401(k) Program: Available upon hire with employer contributions after one year.
• Additional Benefits: Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance, and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises, and more.