Associate Engineer Digital Technology

As an Associate Engineer in Digital Technology at United Airlines, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable technology platforms, including United.com and the mobile app. The position requires at least one year of experience, a B.E./B.Tech. in a related field, and hands-on expertise with Generative AI, programming (Swift and SwiftUI), and agile methodologies. Responsibilities include participating in software architecture, troubleshooting, code reviews, and collaborating within an Agile team. Proficiency with iOS SDK, Xcode, Git, REST API integration, and local storage is essential. The role offers a hybrid work arrangement and requires strong communication and problem-solving skills. Preferred qualifications include experience with Combine, Swift Concurrency, offline/cache concepts, and DevOps best practices. As an Associate Engineer – Digital Technology at United Airlines, you will join a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing and building industry-leading platforms using innovative architecture, data analytics, and digital solutions. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge software applications, collaborate with fellow developers, and contribute to the transformation of customer travel experiences. You will participate in the design, development, and modernisation of United’s technology platforms, including United.com and the United mobile App. The position provides a hybrid work environment, annual base salary/bonus incentives, and free employee flight travel, along with world-class benefits such as health insurance, parental leave, and unlimited space-available travel. 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

Are you a Developer looking for a new technical hands-on role? Do you want to join a growing Software Development team?

Are you interested in cutting edge technologies, with the ability to collaborate with your fellow software developers?

Are you thrilled by having an opportunity to fly around the world on employee pass while working on innovative and critical software applications?

If you answered yes to any of the above, we have an exciting role for you within our Digital Technology practice to enhance and build industry-leading platforms while transforming our customer’s travel journey as a software leader. United’s Digital Technology team designs, develops, and maintains massive-scaling technology solutions brought to life with innovative architecture, data analytics, and digital solutions.

United Airlines is growing faster than ever, and we need talented software engineers / developers like you to fill the critical openings across our business. This is a hybrid position with ample flexibility working from home or at the office. Annual base salary/bonus incentives, along with exciting travel opportunities with free flight travel (on employee pass) benefits.

Our Values

At United Airlines, we believe that inclusion propels innovation and is the foundation of all that we do. Our Shared Purpose: "Connecting people, Uniting the world" drives us to be the best airline for our employees, customers, and everyone we serve. We can only do that with a truly diverse and inclusive workforce. Our team spans the globe and is made up of diverse individuals all working together with cutting edge technology to build the best airline in the history of aviation.

With multiple employee-run "Business Resource Group" communities and world-class benefits like health insurance, parental leave, and unlimited space-available travel, United is truly a one-of-a-kind place to work making you feel welcome, accepted, and like you truly belong. Be part of our team and help us make a positive impact on the world. Diverse candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Job overview and responsibilities

As the Software Developer, you will participate in the modernization and architecture of United’s technology platforms including United.com, United mobile App. In this role, you will be part of a team that designs, develops and launches efficient quality systems and solutions in support of core organizational functions. This individual will apply proven communication, analytical and problem-solving skills to help identify, communicate and resolve issues, opportunities or problems in order to maximize the benefit of IT and Business investments. The Developer is experienced and self – sufficient in performing his/her responsibilities requiring little supervision, but general guidance and direction.

• Participate in the design, development, and planning for the software architecture for United’s technology platforms
• Solve complex performance problems and architectural challenges
• Participate in code reviews
• Serve as an integral member of the development team to create practical solutions in Agile/DevOps environment
• Ensure consistency with an established software development architecture
• Analyze and interpret requirements from Business and UX Design Team
• Introduce new technologies and best practices as needed to solve business problems
• Help to troubleshoot, test, and maintain the quality and security of the platform
• Work in an Agile environment
• Strong team player and good communicator

Experience: 1+ year

This position is offered on local terms and conditions. Expatriate assignments and sponsorship for employment visas, even on a time-limited visa status, will not be awarded. This position is for United Airlines Business Services Pvt. Ltd - a wholly owned subsidiary of United Airlines Inc.

Qualifications

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

• B.E./B.Tech. in a related technical field, or equivalent experience, education, or training.
• Must be hands-on with Generative AI (GenAI) and Agentic AI, with demonstrated daily use of AI-powered tools to enhance productivity, automate workflows, and solve business problems.
• Strong foundation in programming paradigms and architectural concepts, including object-oriented programming, data structures and algorithms, and database systems.
• Proficient in writing clean, maintainable, modular, and robust code using Swift and SwiftUI.
• Hands-on experience with the iOS SDK, Xcode, Git, REST API integration, local storage (e.g., User Defaults, Core Data, SQLite) and Swift Package Manager(SPM).
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with a strong team-player mindset.
• Good understanding of the software development lifecycle and Agile methodology.

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

• Ability to troubleshoot software applications, diagnose issues, and implement effective solutions.
• Exposure to Combine, Swift Concurrency basics, offline/cache concepts, XCText(unit testing).
• Familiarity with software engineering best practices that drive enterprise-wide improvement, including DevOps and Observability.
• Experience working with Git/GitHub code repositories

Are you a Developer looking for a new technical hands-on role? Do you want to join a growing Software Development team?

Are you interested in cutting edge technologies, with the ability to collaborate with your fellow software developers?

Are you thrilled by having an opportunity to fly around the world on employee pass while working on innovative and critical software applications?

If you answered yes to any of the above, we have an exciting role for you within our Digital Technology practice to enhance and build industry-leading platforms while transforming our customer’s travel journey as a software leader. United’s Digital Technology team designs, develops, and maintains massive-scaling technology solutions brought to life with innovative architecture, data analytics, and digital solutions.

United Airlines is growing faster than ever, and we need talented software engineers / developers like you to fill the critical openings across our business. This is a hybrid position with ample flexibility working from home or at the office. Annual base salary/bonus incentives, along with exciting travel opportunities with free flight travel (on employee pass) benefits.

Our Values

At United Airlines, we believe that inclusion propels innovation and is the foundation of all that we do. Our Shared Purpose: "Connecting people, Uniting the world" drives us to be the best airline for our employees, customers, and everyone we serve. We can only do that with a truly diverse and inclusive workforce. Our team spans the globe and is made up of diverse individuals all working together with cutting edge technology to build the best airline in the history of aviation.

With multiple employee-run "Business Resource Group" communities and world-class benefits like health insurance, parental leave, and unlimited space-available travel, United is truly a one-of-a-kind place to work making you feel welcome, accepted, and like you truly belong. Be part of our team and help us make a positive impact on the world. Diverse candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Job overview and responsibilities

As the Software Developer, you will participate in the modernization and architecture of United’s technology platforms including United.com, United mobile App. In this role, you will be part of a team that designs, develops and launches efficient quality systems and solutions in support of core organizational functions. This individual will apply proven communication, analytical and problem-solving skills to help identify, communicate and resolve issues, opportunities or problems in order to maximize the benefit of IT and Business investments. The Developer is experienced and self – sufficient in performing his/her responsibilities requiring little supervision, but general guidance and direction.

• Participate in the design, development, and planning for the software architecture for United’s technology platforms
• Solve complex performance problems and architectural challenges
• Participate in code reviews
• Serve as an integral member of the development team to create practical solutions in Agile/DevOps environment
• Ensure consistency with an established software development architecture
• Analyze and interpret requirements from Business and UX Design Team
• Introduce new technologies and best practices as needed to solve business problems
• Help to troubleshoot, test, and maintain the quality and security of the platform
• Work in an Agile environment
• Strong team player and good communicator

Experience: 1+ year

This position is offered on local terms and conditions. Expatriate assignments and sponsorship for employment visas, even on a time-limited visa status, will not be awarded. This position is for United Airlines Business Services Pvt. Ltd - a wholly owned subsidiary of United Airlines Inc.

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

• B.E./B.Tech. in a related technical field, or equivalent experience, education, or training.
• Must be hands-on with Generative AI (GenAI) and Agentic AI, with demonstrated daily use of AI-powered tools to enhance productivity, automate workflows, and solve business problems.
• Strong foundation in programming paradigms and architectural concepts, including object-oriented programming, data structures and algorithms, and database systems.
• Proficient in writing clean, maintainable, modular, and robust code using Swift and SwiftUI.
• Hands-on experience with the iOS SDK, Xcode, Git, REST API integration, local storage (e.g., User Defaults, Core Data, SQLite) and Swift Package Manager(SPM).
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with a strong team-player mindset.
• Good understanding of the software development lifecycle and Agile methodology.

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

• Ability to troubleshoot software applications, diagnose issues, and implement effective solutions.
• Exposure to Combine, Swift Concurrency basics, offline/cache concepts, XCText(unit testing).
• Familiarity with software engineering best practices that drive enterprise-wide improvement, including DevOps and Observability.
• Experience working with Git/GitHub code repositories

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• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. 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 Responsibilities
• Participate in the design, development, and planning for the software architecture for United’s technology platforms.
• Solve complex performance problems and architectural challenges.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and maintainability.
• Serve as an integral member of the development team to create practical solutions in an Agile/DevOps environment.
• Ensure consistency with an established software development architecture.
• Analyze and interpret requirements from the Business and UX Design Team.
• Introduce new technologies and best practices as needed to solve business problems.
• Help to troubleshoot, test, and maintain the quality and security of the platform.
• Work in an Agile environment to deliver high-quality software solutions. Skills
• Hands-on experience with Generative AI (GenAI) and Agentic AI, including daily use of AI-powered tools to enhance productivity, automate workflows, and solve business problems.
• Strong foundation in programming paradigms and architectural concepts, including object-oriented programming, data structures and algorithms, and database systems.
• Proficiency in writing clean, maintainable, modular, and robust code using Swift and SwiftUI.
• Hands-on experience with the iOS SDK, Xcode, Git, REST API integration, local storage (e.g., User Defaults, Core Data, SQLite), and Swift Package Manager (SPM).
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with a strong team-player mindset.
• Good understanding of the software development lifecycle and Agile methodology.
• Ability to troubleshoot software applications, diagnose issues, and implement effective solutions.
• Exposure to Combine, Swift Concurrency basics, offline/cache concepts, and XCText (unit testing).
• Familiarity with software engineering best practices that drive enterprise-wide improvement, including DevOps and Observability.
• Experience working with Git/GitHub code repositories. Education
• A B.E. or B.Tech. in a related technical field, or equivalent experience, education, or training is required.