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Find your future at United! We’re reinventing what our industry looks like, and what an airline can be – from the planes we fly to the people who fly them. When you join us, you’re joining a global team of 100,000+ connected by a shared passion with a wide spectrum of experience and skills to lead the way forward.

 

Achieving our ambitions starts with supporting yours. Evolve your career and find your next opportunity. Get the care you need with industry-leading health plans and best-in-class programs to support your emotional, physical, and financial wellness. Expand your horizons with travel across the world’s biggest route network. Connect outside your team through employee-led Business Resource Groups.

 

Create what’s next with us. Let’s define tomorrow together.

 

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 Principal Architect will be responsible for leading the architectural design and strategy of enterprise applications, including SIRAX, PRA, Refunds, Data Hub, and various integrations. The role will lead on the design, Implementation, Deployment, and maintenance. Work with other architects across the organization and at the enterprise level to build resilient, performant, which can handle multiple business capabilities and delivering value. Guide the team on best practices in building large scale systems.

Collaborate with domain architects, engineers, and leaders to develop technical standards, reference architectures, design patterns, opinion papers, and architecture decision frameworks that guide the design of technology solutions, especially those requiring integration of applicationsDevelop and manage a technical strategy and coordinates adoptionThis role will be responsible to architect guidance that conveys best practices and common pitfalls for system design, infrastructure integrations, application development practices, and application runtime principlesManage the architecture review process by creating validation checklists, reviewing architectural artifacts, and providing domain specific guidance to drive architectural alignment across the enterpriseApply architectural and engineering concepts to design solutions that meet operational requirements, such as scalability, maintainability, security, reliability, extensibility, flexibility, availability, and manageabilityImplement and maintain CI/CD pipelines and observability tools (Dynatrace, DataDog, Splunk) to ensure efficient software delivery and application reliabilityConduct research and develop Proof of Concepts on emerging technologies and implementation toolkits in support of anticipated development efforts and recommend technologies that functionally robust and cost effectiveResearch, enforce, and drive the adoption of design patterns throughout the enterprise and evangelizes best practices for solution design and developmentIdentify new technologies, industry trends, and best practices, which should be incorporated into BFS policies & roadmapPlays a critical role in translating business strategy into technical strategy and20 defines end-to-end technology architectures that support the strategyQualificationsWhat’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, other computer related field required+7 years of relevant experienceExperience with enterprise architecture, with a strong background in managing complex enterprise applications and infrastructureEnterprise Applications:In-depth experience with applications such as SIRAX, PRA, Refunds, Data Hub, and integration platformsCloud and On-Premise Infrastructure:Expertise in on-premise server provisioning, with a focus on hybrid cloud environmentsDevOps and CI/CD: Strong knowledge of DevOps practices, including CI/CD, automation, and observability tools (Dynatrace, DataDog, Splunk)PCI Compliance:Proven experience in implementing and maintaining PCI compliance for enterprise applicationsSecurity and Vulnerability Management: Solid understanding of security best practices, including vulnerability management and mitigationData Management:Proficient in data architecture, governance, and security, with experience in both relational and non-relational databasesMust be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorshipSuccessful completion of interview required to meet job qualificationReliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):Master's degree in Computer Science3-5+ years of AWS experience
The base pay range for this role is $137,275.00 to $187,000.00.
The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory 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. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact JobAccommodations@united.com to request accommodation.