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# Associate Developer/Developer, IT Applications

- **Company:** American Airlines Inc
- **Location:** Fort Worth, TX, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** HTML, JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Software Applications, Automation of Tests, Software Bug Management, C Sharp (Programming Language), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Code Review, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Data Structures, Relational Databases, Software Design Patterns, Web Development, Fiddler (Software), Github, JQuery, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Visual Studio, Microsoft SQL Server, Team Foundation Server, Object-Oriented Software Development, Oracle (Applications), Open Web Application Security, PCI Data Security Standards, Performance Tuning, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), SoapUI, TCP/IP, Web Applications, Web Services, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Diagnostic Tools, Java Application Server, Computer Network Technologies, Git, AngularJS, Information Technology, Dynatrace
- **Published:** October 20, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/21C987747C74407896C7B237802FE5D8/job/

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Technology, Information Systems (CIS/MIS), Engineering or related technical discipline, or equivalent experience/training
 * 2 years total development experience
 * 1 year web application or services experience, * 2+ years of total development experience
 * 2+ years of web application experience
 * Airline Industry experience

Skills, Licenses & Certifications

 * Basic to intermediate knowledge of object oriented programming, common data structures and algorithms, design patterns and best practices
 * Basic to intermediate development skills with Python, C#, XML, HTML, JavaScript, CSS, GIT, JQuery, Angular, SOAP/REST and other web development technologies
 * Experience with Visual Studio and Microsoft Team Foundation Server (TFS) or GitHUB
 * Knowledge of relational databases (MSSQL Server, Oracle)
 * Ability to scrutinize applications and services to ensure they adhere to security standards
 * Networking knowledge (Sockets, TCP/IP, UDP)
 * Excellent prioritization and time management skills
 * Excellent analytical thinking and problem solving abilities
 * Personal commitment to Agile principles and a continuous improvement mindset
 * Knowledge of TDD and automated testing
 * Knowledge of PCI Compliance / OWASP standards
 * Knowledge of diagnostics tools (SOAPUI, Fiddler, IE Inspector, HTTP Analyzer, Dynatrace)

## Description

* Responsible for developing and supporting web based, mobile-aware, Java applications and web services. As a member of an agile team , the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with internal customers, management, business analysts, project managers, IT architects and other developers to understand requirements and development needs while gaining valuable experience and skills.

What you'll do

 * With guidance of senior developers, creates new and maintains current applications, including, but not limited to, bug fixes, feature enhancements, and performance tuning in the Corporate Security, Emergency Planning & Response, Environmental and Safety IT portfolios.
 * Researches and implements new technology to enhance current processes, security, and performance
 * Troubleshoots and debugs complex issues; identifies and implements solutions
 * Works with a team to create detailed project specifications, requirements, and estimates, and ensures tasks/projects are completed on time and within scope
 * Works with production operations department to ensure deployments roll out smoothly and customer groups receive appropriate support
 * Documents validation of design decisions
 * Supports the enforcement of policy and procedural changes within the development group
 * Supports the development of coding standards and adhere to best practices and security guidelines set forth by the development team
 * Participates in code reviews
 * Provides on-call production support (24 x 7 x 365), as required