Manager, IT Applications - with Growth Opportunities

We are looking to hire an energetic Manager, IT Applications to join our stellar team at American Airlines in Dallas, TX.
Growing your career as a Full Time Manager, IT Applications is an amazing opportunity to develop competitive skills.
If you are strong in adaptability, planning and have the right personality for the job, then apply for the position of Manager, IT Applications at American Airlines today!

Intro

Are you ready to explore a world of possibilities, both at work and during your time off? Join our American Airlines family, and you’ll travel the world, grow your expertise and become the best version of you. As you embark on a new journey, you’ll tackle challenges with flexibility and grace, learning new skills and advancing your career while having the time of your life. Feel free to enrich both your personal and work life and hop on board!

Why youll love this job

• We’re looking for a technology people leader who can enable their team to:
  • Balance priorities across multiple stakeholders staying focused on critical high value efforts aligned to strategic objectives
  • Embark on learning journeys to modernize our team member data integration platform migration to the Azure cloud
• This job is a member of the Employee Technology organization within the Corporate Technology department. The role provides end to end delivery and support within the Team Member Data Services Product.   

What youll do

• Responsible for the end-to-end delivery lifecycle of all solutions including development and operational support of current and future state data integration platforms
• Lead, motivate and cultivate a high performing team environment including squad leads, business technology analysts, testers and developers   
• Drive organizational structure, process, and cultural improvements that result in rapid delivery and consistent execution of IT solutions 
• Liaison between multiple internal and external customers both within IT and the business unit embodying transparency and accountability with a focus on prioritization aligned to strategic objectives
• Servant leader to direct reports who establishes personal relationships, facilitates growth and development and actively engages with the teams 
• Collaborate with peers on leadership team to determine department strategy and vision 
• Collaborate closely with direct manager to partner in carrying out strategic and tactical objectives in the organization
• Ensure that sound agile project management, business analysis, quality assurance  and DevOps principle-based processes are in place and practiced
• Commit to continuous learning and sharing of knowledge

All youll need for success

Minimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required in Computer Science, Information Systems Management, or related field 
• At least 5 years related work experience
• 3 years of experience leading projects or teams, either formally or informally
• 3 years of experience participating in delivery of solutions using agile methodologies

Preferred Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

• Airline industry experience, including business process and supporting technology

Skills, Licenses & Certifications

• Energetic, forward-thinking and creative individual with high ethical standards with the ability to foster a team environment and to build relationships
• Demonstrated ability to solve, and to lead others in solving, complex analytical problems 
• Ability to be self-driven with a natural aptitude for engaging employees in multiple workgroups 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with ability to effectively and clearly communicate a strategic vision; ability explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences 
• Believes in, promotes and embodies in daily actions the American Airlines five leadership attributes: 
  • Caring - We care about all team members 
  • Collaboration - We succeed as a team 
  • Development - We build future leaders 
  • Results - We drive to be the best 
  • Future - We continually challenge the status quo  

What youll get

Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer: 

• Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
• Health Benefits: On day one, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that’s just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more. 
• Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself – that’s why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.
• 401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.
• Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more

Feel free to be yourself at American

From the team members we hire to the customers we serve, inclusion and diversity are the foundation of the dynamic workforce at American Airlines. Our 20+ Employee Business Resource Groups are focused on connecting our team members to our customers, suppliers, communities and shareholders, helping team members reach their full potential and creating an inclusive work environment to meet and exceed the needs of our diverse world. Are you ready to feel a tremendous sense of pride and satisfaction as you do your part to keep the largest airline in the world running smoothly as we care for people on life’s journey? Feel free to be yourself at American.

All you'll need for success

Minimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required in Computer Science, Information Systems Management, or related field 
• At least 5 years related work experience
• 3 years of experience leading projects or teams, either formally or informally
• 3 years of experience participating in delivery of solutions using agile methodologies

Preferred Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

• Airline industry experience, including business process and supporting technology

Skills, Licenses & Certifications

• Energetic, forward-thinking and creative individual with high ethical standards with the ability to foster a team environment and to build relationships
• Demonstrated ability to solve, and to lead others in solving, complex analytical problems 
• Ability to be self-driven with a natural aptitude for engaging employees in multiple workgroups 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with ability to effectively and clearly communicate a strategic vision; ability explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences 
• Believes in, promotes and embodies in daily actions the American Airlines five leadership attributes: 
  • Caring - We care about all team members 
  • Collaboration - We succeed as a team 
  • Development - We build future leaders 
  • Results - We drive to be the best 
  • Future - We continually challenge the status quo  

What you'll get

Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer: 

• Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
• Health Benefits: On day one, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that’s just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more. 
• Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself – that’s why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.
• 401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.
• Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more

Feel free to be yourself at American

From the team members we hire to the customers we serve, inclusion and diversity are the foundation of the dynamic workforce at American Airlines. Our 20+ Employee Business Resource Groups are focused on connecting our team members to our customers, suppliers, communities and shareholders, helping team members reach their full potential and creating an inclusive work environment to meet and exceed the needs of our diverse world. Are you ready to feel a tremendous sense of pride and satisfaction as you do your part to keep the largest airline in the world running smoothly as we care for people on life’s journey? Feel free to be yourself at American.

Additional Locations: None

Benefits of working as a Manager, IT Applications in Dallas, TX:

● Excellent benefits
● Advancement opportunities
● Attractive package