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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 Front-End Developer plays an important role in creating and maintaining the strategic partnership between business needs and technology delivery. The Developer's role is to plan, design, develop and launch efficient systems and solutions in support of core Contact Center applications and organizational functions. This individual will utilize effective communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills to help identify, communicate / resolve issues, opportunities, or problems to maximize the benefit of IT and Business investments. The Developer is experienced and self - sufficient in performing their responsibilities requiring little supervision, but general guidance and direction.

Develop, maintain, and optimize web applications using Angular, TypeScript, HTML5, and CSS3.
Implement clean, modular, and maintainable code following established standards and best practices.
Collaborate with backend developers to integrate RESTful APIs built with .NET Core and C#.
Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and architectural decision-making.
Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve issues in both front-end and API layers.
Contribute to UI/UX improvements, focusing on scalability, accessibility, and performance.
Assist in deployment and continuous integration activities, with exposure to DevOps pipelines and tools.
Stay current with emerging technologies, frameworks, and tools in web development.
Use AI-assisted tools (e.g., for code completion, documentation, or testing) thoughtfully to enhance productivity while maintaining code integrity and accuracy.

Qualifications

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

Bachelor's degree in Computer science, software engineering, or related field of study
3+ years of professional experience in web application development or successful completion of United DT Early Career Digital Leadership Program (ECDLP)
Experience in JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, HTML5, and CSS3/SASS or similar.
Hands-on experience with modern Angular (v12 or newer).
Understanding of cloud platforms (AWS preferred).
Solid understanding of core web concepts such as (or similar):
Component-based architecture
Reactive programming (RxJS)
State management and routing
Routing and lazy loading
Reusable UI patterns
Experience consuming and integrating RESTful APIs.
Understanding of source control systems (Git).
Familiarity with Agile/Scrum or Waterfall development practices.
Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
Effective communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Self-motivated with a proactive approach to learning and skill growth.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship

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

Exposure to or interest in .NET Core and C# backend development.
Collaborative mindset and ability to mentor junior developers when needed.
Awareness of AI-powered developer tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, etc.) and how to use them responsibly.
Knowledge of DevOps practices — CI/CD pipelines, build automation, containerization (Docker).
Experience with solution design or contributing to architectural discussions.
Familiarity with testing frameworks (Cypress, Jasmine, Karma, Jest, or similar).
Awareness of AI ethics, data privacy, and security considerations in code generation.

The base pay range for this role is $87,780.00 to $114,376.00.

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. 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.

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