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# Sr Manager - IT Application Development

- **Company:** United Continental Holdings, Inc.
- **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $140,600.0 - $183,108.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Software as a Service, Information Systems, IT Management, Requirements Management, Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, Software Application Programming, AngularJS, Information Technology
- **Published:** August 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=20db112b37a3c6e1

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or other related field
 * 5+ years of relevant experience
 * 3+ years of Application development (.Net, Java, Spring Boot, Angular, or other modern language)
 * Proven experience leading and developing IT teams, with a strong focus on leadership, mentorship, and team development
 * Experience building applications using AWS cloud: ECS, Lambda, Document DB, MSK
 * Demonstrates an understanding of the capabilities and limitations of generative AI tools and effectively leverages them to support research, analysis, content creation, and problem-solving. Apply critical thinking to validate AI-generated outputs while adhering to organizational policies for responsible AI use, data privacy, and security.
 * Well-versed in Agile development and requirements management processes
 * Leadership experience managing multiple cross-functional teams or projects and influencing senior-level management and key stakeholders
 * Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization
 * A mindset for continuous learning and staying updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices
 * Advanced technical and business knowledge in software development life cycle, quality assurance, project management, and other related disciplines/processes
 * 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):

 * Master's degree
 * Understanding of system architecture principles, including the ability to design scalable and reliable solutions
 * Experience managing applications for crew

## Description

The Senior Manager of IT Application Development will be pivotal in leading a team dedicated to developing innovative solutions for our Crew Scheduling business unit. This position will drive technological advancements and shape our company's future amid ongoing transformations. As a leader, you will have exceptional leadership and communication skills and a deep understanding of driving organizational change, Agile development, and solutions architecture.

 * Leadership and Team Management
 + Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning
 + Provide strategic direction and oversight to ensure the successful execution of programs, resource management, and day-to-day operations
 + Establish goals for the team and individuals, including performance reviews and career and performance plans
 + Plan for short and long-term resource needs (internally and externally) to ensure the right number of resources and skills are available to meet project goals and deadlines
 + Evaluate and suggest improvements to the organizational structure, roles, and responsibilities
 * Communication and Stakeholder Management
 + Engage, collaborate, and partner with technical and business stakeholders to understand business requirements and user expectations and lead the development of solutions that meet functional and technical requirements
 + Collaborate with United's business and IT leadership teams and product subject matter experts to establish the product's long-term vision, goals, and strategy
 + Develop multi-year product development strategies and tactical plans
 + Share knowledge and work together to generate innovative solutions to problems
 + Align with business partners on delivery success criteria and ensure technology solutions follow architectural standards
 + Provide delivery estimates and business case updates to support overall IT performance metrics, monthly project status reporting, and quarterly resource planning review
 + Foster open communication within the IT team and across departments to ensure alignment and the successful delivery of cross-functional initiatives
 * Budgeting and Resource Management
 + Develop and manage the program budget, ensuring efficient resource allocation to support strategic initiatives and operational need
 + Track and report on key performance metrics, making data-driving decisions to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the team
 * Strategic IT Planning and Execution
 + Evaluate, implement, and manage SaaS-based solutions and develop in-house cloud-based solutions
 + Identify technical obstacles early and collaborate closely with the team to find innovative solutions
 + Responsible for escalating, assisting, and following up on resolving issues related to the delivery of technology solutions
 + Ensure that Agile methodologies are implemented following best practices and that continuous improvements are made as needed
 + Also, ensure compliance with code scanning and other security protocols during development and release


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