Experienced Senior Software Engineer – Cloud Application Development and Technical Leadership for Southwest Airlines

Introduction to Southwest Airlines and Our Mission

Southwest Airlines, a renowned leader in the aviation industry, is seeking highly skilled and motivated Senior Software Engineers to join our team. As a company, we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence, customer satisfaction, and employee development. Our mission is to provide exceptional service, maintain a strong safety record, and foster a culture of innovation and teamwork. If you are passionate about software development, cloud technology, and leadership, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity and be a part of our dynamic team.

Job Overview and Responsibilities

In this role, you will have the opportunity to drive the technical path and function roadmap of large-scale cloud structures, serve as a technical lead, and contribute to the development of our software applications. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Driving the technical direction and function roadmap of large-scale cloud structures
• Serving as a technical lead, contributing to and directing the efforts of development teams, including internal and external team members
• Determining operational feasibility by comparing analysis, problem definition, requirements, solution development, and proposed solutions
• Driving clear definitions of feature requirements through discussions with product managers and customers
• Supporting continuous development by investigating options and new technologies
• Preparing and installing solutions by identifying and designing system specifications, standards, and programming
• Evaluating code to ensure that it is valid, well-structured, meets business standards, and is compatible with browsers, devices, or operating systems
• Mentoring Software Engineers to enable skill/knowledge development through advice, coaching, and education opportunities
• Updating job knowledge by reading current development tools, programming techniques, and computing equipment; participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations
• May perform other job responsibilities as directed by Employee Leaders

Essential Qualifications and Skills

To be successful in this role, you will need to possess the following essential qualifications and skills:

• Advanced knowledge of software development methodologies, practices, principles, and technologies obtained through formal education and/or work experience
• Proactively shares knowledge and skills of software development and testing to solve a variety of problems
• Advanced knowledge of at least one required programming language
• Excellent partnering, communication, negotiation skills, and execution in working with various Technology or partner Teams
• Ability to articulate (verbally/visually) ideas, approaches, concepts, options, risks, impacts, and present guidance to technical, non-technical, and Leadership audiences
• Ability to lead multiple assignments, whether administrative or project-related, while maintaining a successful stage completion in all responsible work
• Ability to mentor others
• Ability to lead ideating, presentations, mentoring, and organization-thinking sessions
• Ability to influence without authority

Preferred Qualifications and Education

While not required, the following preferred qualifications and education will be considered an asset:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Systems, or a related field; or equivalent formal education
• Advanced-level experience, pro, and specialized knowledge in software development and methodologies

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits

At Southwest Airlines, we are committed to the growth and development of our employees. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will have access to a range of career growth opportunities, including:

• Professional development and training programs
• Mentorship and coaching from experienced leaders
• Opportunities to work on high-impact projects and contribute to the development of our software applications
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams and stakeholders

Work Environment and Company Culture

Our company culture is built on a foundation of respect, inclusivity, and teamwork. We value diversity and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. As a remote employee, you will have the flexibility to work from home, with occasional travel required for training, meetings, and conferences. Our remote work policy allows you to work from anywhere in the United States, except for certain states and localities.

Compensation, Perks, and Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package, including:

• A base salary range of $137,250 to $152,500 per year, depending on qualifications and experience
• Additional bonus opportunities for eligible Leadership and individual contributor roles
• A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 401(k) matching program
• Flight privileges, including free flights on any open seat on all Southwest flights for you and your eligible dependents
• Up to a 9.3% 401(k) Company match, dollar for dollar, of your eligible pay, per paycheck
• Potential for annual ProfitSharing contribution towards retirement

Conclusion and Call to Action

If you are a motivated and experienced software engineer looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. As a Senior Software Engineer at Southwest Airlines, you will have the chance to work on high-impact projects, develop your skills and knowledge, and contribute to the success of our company. Don't miss out on this opportunity to join our dynamic team and take your career to the next level. Apply now and become a part of our mission to provide exceptional service and maintain a strong safety record.