How You'll Help Us Keep Climbing (Overview & Key Responsibilities)
Role Summary
Senior Software Development Engineers build code by using core agile practices such as keep it simple, test-driven development (TDD), continuous integration, polyglot programming, and microservice design. A Senior SDE focuses on developing and implementing modernized specialized business applications, deploying to development, test, staging, and production.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop business, application, data, and infrastructure solutions, seek opportunities to optimize performance, maintain and troubleshoot application components as required in the cloud.
- Play an active role in the architecture and be a key voice in technical initiatives and projects requiring integration of cross-functional systems.
- Design and develop with consideration for Non-Functional Requirements (Scalability, Reliability, Availability, Observability, Fault Tolerance, Security, and Maintainability).
- Create system documentation/playbook(s) and serve as technical reviewer and contributor in requirements, design, and code review
- Develop test case design, perform test case execution, and work with product teams to resolve identified issues
- Have the continuous improvement mindset on all areas of development and deployment.
- Use and contribute to the Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery process
- Write well designed, non-complex, testable, efficient code.
- Collaborate with developers across multiple products to build consensus on creation of reusable application components.
- Aid and cover for other team members where required, including troubleshooting and maintenance of production systems/programs/applications.
What You Need To Succeed (Minimum Qualifications)
- Bachelor of Engineering Degree (aerospace or mechanical preferred) or comparable experience in an engineering related field.
- Ability to work with a high sense of urgency in a fast-paced area.
- 3-6yrs of expertise in Java/J2EE development with strong troubleshooting skills.
- Hands-on experience in full-stack cloud-native development, including RESTful APIs and microservices using Spring Boot.
- Proficiency in DevOps practices and tools such as Git, Jenkins, and Ansible.
- Extensive experience deploying applications in AWS with deep knowledge of AWS services and Infra Deployment and CFT exposure.
- Practical experience working with Kubernetes and ROSA container environments.
- Familiarity with data streaming and processing technologies, including Apache Kafka, Apache Spark, and Apache NiFi.
- Consistently prioritizes safety and security of self, others, and personal data.
- Embraces diverse people, thinking, and styles.
Behavioral Competencies:
- Ability to produce high quality results, work in a collaborative environment by embracing diverse perspectives and with a solution-based approach.
- Adapt communication clearly and concisely based on team dynamics and expresses thoughts & ideas effectively.
- Ability to engage effectively with peers and stakeholders to build trust and reliable working relationships.
- Ability to understand business processes, implement innovative solutions, guide juniors on continuous improvement by constantly updating oneself on current technology & trends.
- Inquisitive to understand customer and business expectations while creating value addition on technical solution
What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
- Experience in Containers, Kubernetes, Docker and frameworks like OpenShift.
- Experience with automation and test tools (Postman, Mockito, SonarQube)
- Experience in Cloud Technologies (preferably AWS) and application migration to cloud
- Experience with test driven development
- Able to communicate details to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Bachelor's degree in a Computer Science/Engineering related discipline
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate
About The Company
Delta Air Lines (NYSE: DAL) is the U.S. global airline leader in safety, innovation, reliability and customer experience. Powered by our employees around the world, Delta has for a decade led the airline industry in operational excellence while maintaining our reputation for award-winning customer service. With our mission of connecting the people and cultures of the globe, Delta strives to foster understanding across a diverse world and serve as a force for social good.
In 2024, Delta was recognized by Fortune with a No. 11 placement on
Fortune's Top 50 Most Admired Companies list. The company's strong management and commitment to providing elevated experiences and premium products also secured a No. 1 ranking out of the eight airlines on the list. Delta landed on
TIME's inaugural list of the
World's Best Companies, coming in at No. 12 – the only U.S. airline in the top 155. TIME's award is based on three criteria: employee satisfaction, revenue growth and sustainability.
Delta's people-first culture continues to be recognized, earning the airline a spot on
Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for the fifth year. Delta is the only airline included on the 2024 list.
Additionally, Delta earned a coveted spot, on
Fast Companys list of the
Most Innovative Companies, climbing from its No. 8 spot in 2023 to No. 2 in the travel category. The airline was recognized for its Wi-Fi revolution that is working to ensure the future of travel is connected.
About The Delta Technology Hub (DTH), Bangalore
Delta has fast emerged as a customer-focused, innovation-led, technology-enabled business. The Delta Technology Hub will contribute directly to these objectives. It will sustain our long-term aspirations of delivering niche, IP-intensive, high-value, and innovative solutions. It supports various teams and functions across Delta and is an integral part of our transformation agenda, working seamlessly with a distributed team to create memorable experiences for customers.
Why join:
- Technology is a key enabler of the differentiated services that Delta provides. At the DTH, you get the opportunity to work on projects with a significant impact on business outcomes and customer experience.
- Deepen your knowledge by taking part in multifaceted learning and development programs –exposure to extensive internal and partner repositories, institutional affiliations, and industry SIG (Special Interest Groups) partnerships.
- Collaborate with research, innovation and IP co-development partners.
- Immerse yourself in an employee-centric culture.
- Develop deep and broad business acumen on airline operations while retaining focus on cutting-edge technology driven solutions.
- Avail a full range of benefits that support you and your family: Insurance, Commute, Meals, Retirement, and Special Travel opportunities.
- Avail yourself of a full range of benefits that support you and your family: Insurance, Commute, Meals, Retirement, and special travel opportunities.
