About the role
Senior .NET Developer - Information Technology
Location Chicago, Illinois, United States This job is associated with 2 categories See allJob IdWHQ00026660Information TechnologyJob TypeFull-TimePosted Date 08/05/2026
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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 Senior Developer - IT is an experienced software development professional who leads the design, development, and deployment of high-quality software solutions that support business goals and user experiences. This role requires deep technical expertise, strong problem-solving skills, and a commitment to driving engineering best practices. Collaborate across functional teams to deliver scalable, secure, and maintainable applications across web, mobile, and cloud platforms.
Software Design and Development:
Manages and participates in the full development life cycle, including concept, design, build, deployment, testing, production release, and support
Code Review and Quality Assurance:
Review code for accuracy, functionality, and adherence to coding standards, and participate in testing and debugging to ensure software quality
Utilize source control and bug-tracking systems effectively
Review estimates for software development and delivery to ensure they meet quality and accuracy standards
Perform unit testing on code to ensure robustness, including testing for edge cases, usability, and overall reliability
Staying Up-to-Date:
Stay current with the latest technologies, tools, and best practices in the software development field
Conduct research and development to assess emerging technologies and their potential to enhance the platform
Evaluate, recommend, and implement third-party software as necessary
Troubleshooting & Optimization:
Proactively identify performance issues, bottlenecks, and bugs; implement solutions that improve application reliability and user experience
Conduct performance tuning and root cause analysis of production issues
Project Leadership and Mentorship:
Guide the technical direction of projects, mentor junior developers, and may manage a team or oversee project-related tasks
Manages and participates in design meetings, analyzing user needs to determine technical requirements
Collaborates with and leads tech teams consisting of employees and contractor personnel from vendor companies in planning and execution, serving as a technology leader
Qualifications
What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):
Bachelor's degree
Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Management Information Systems or related field
3+ years of hands-on experience in software development in an Agile environment
Proficient in .NET or other modern programming languages (Java, etc.)
Strong experience with front-end and/or backend frameworks
Solid understanding of databases and system integration
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, etc.) and CI/CD pipelines
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required
Able to manage multiple priorities and deliverables, both short and long-term, in a busy and aggressive environment required
Must be self-motivated, possess strong communication skills, and be able to work in a team-oriented environment
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):
Familiarity with DevOps
Knowledge of automated testing, security best practices, and observability tools
The base pay range for this role is $112,480.00 to $146,540.00.
Minimum requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, MIS, or related field with 3+ years Agile software development experience
- Proficiency in .NET or modern programming languages, front-end/backend frameworks, databases, system integration, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication skills, self-motivated, able to manage multiple priorities, and authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
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