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Principal Architect - United Airlines Chicago - Full-Time Remote Position with Competitive Salary and Comprehensive Training

Remote, USA Full-time Posted 2025-11-02

Join the United Airlines Team as a Principal Architect and Be Part of a Global Innovation Leader

United Airlines is a leading global airline that has been at the forefront of aviation innovation for decades. Our Advanced Technology team is a diverse group of individuals working together to pioneer cutting-edge technology and make United the best airline in the history of aviation. We are now seeking a highly skilled Principal Architect to join our team in Chicago, with a flexible, hybrid remote arrangement available for the right candidate.

About United Airlines

At United Airlines, we believe that innovation drives progress and is the foundation of everything we do. Our Advanced Technology team is a global team of diverse individuals working together with pioneering technology to make United the best airline in the history of aviation. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we are committed to creating a work environment that is welcoming and inclusive for all employees.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Architect to lead the development of long-term plans in alignment with business and IT strategy. The successful candidate will provide industry-leading thought leadership and work with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and excellence. This is a full-time position with a competitive salary of $20-$30 per hour, and we offer comprehensive training to ensure your success in this role.

Key Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the development of long-term plans in alignment with business and IT strategy
  • Provide industry-leading thought leadership and work with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and excellence
  • Develop and maintain architectural patterns and standards
  • Lead enterprise architecture models and documentation
  • Establish communities of practice in technical topics
  • Mentor and tutor other IT staff in technical topics
  • Provide a project-wide view inside the United IT division
  • Lead design procedures and forecasting for large projects, and provide guidance to technical staff across various projects

Requirements

Essential Qualifications

  • Minimum 10 years of programming development experience with front-end and .NET technologies in enterprise systems with high availability and performance requirements
  • Strong proficiency in React, Javascript, .NET Core, CI/CD, and SQL
  • 2 years of hands-on experience with core AWS Services (EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, CloudTrail, CloudFront, Lambda, EKS, ECS, etc.)
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent
  • Understanding of serverless technologies, services, and container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Graduate degree
  • Experience in a retail environment

What We Offer

Competitive Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary of $20-$30 per hour, as well as a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • Flexible, hybrid remote arrangement
  • Opportunities for career growth and professional development
  • Comprehensive training and support
  • Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance

Work Environment and Culture

At United Airlines, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we are committed to creating a work environment that is welcoming and inclusive for all employees. Our culture is built on the principles of innovation, teamwork, and customer focus.

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits

We are committed to the growth and development of our employees, and we offer a range of opportunities for career advancement and professional development. Our employees have access to:

  • Training and development programs
  • Mentorship and coaching
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Industry-leading technology and tools

Why Join United Airlines?

At United Airlines, we are passionate about innovation, customer focus, and teamwork. We are committed to creating a work environment that is welcoming and inclusive for all employees, and we offer a range of opportunities for career growth and professional development. If you are a motivated and talented individual who is looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter, to our website. We look forward to hearing from you!

United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. We initiate, utilize, train, promote, and advance 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.

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