Manager, IT Applications (Dallas, TX, US)

American Airlines • Dallas, TX

75d

About The Position

This job is a member of the Information Technology Team within the Information Technology Division. Responsible for creating an environment where Agile software development team(s) can deliver platform application solutions on time, with high quality, and that meet customer expectations utilizing Agile methodologies. This leader will foster an environment conducive to innovation, process maturity, continuous learning, and career development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Technology, Information Systems, Finance, or Accounting, or related technical discipline, or equivalent experience/training
• 5 years of experience participating in delivery of solutions using ITIL / Agile / XP, or similar methodologies
• 3 years of experience leading projects or teams, either formally or informally

Nice To Haves

• Airline industry experience, including business process and supporting technology

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with Business and IT leadership to determine and communicate organization vision, direction, and work priorities, and drives progress towards technology target roadmaps
• Ensures that sound agile project management, business analysis, and quality assurance processes are in place and practiced
• Creates environment for delivery teams to be self-governing organizations who are accountable for their own performance and delivery commitments
• Exhibits a desire for continuous learning and sharing of new knowledge within the organization
• Removes roadblocks, cultivates relationships, and effectively communicates across Enterprise at various levels of leadership
• Manages and tracks project/program schedules and budgets with controller(s), as appropriate
• Manages and leads adoption and migration of new and emerging technologies
• Leads, develops, and mentors a high performing team of individuals with a diverse range of skills and experiences
• Maintains an effective approach on problem solving, multi-tasking, coordinating and scheduling
• Leads, influences, and upholds technology standards and goals to ensure visibility and predictability
• Manages production issues and off-hours support, communication, and coordination, as needed
• Works extended hours occasionally, based on the needs of the project and the operation
• Travels, as required

Benefits

• Travel Perks: You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
• Health Benefits: Access to health, dental, prescription and vision benefits from day one.
• Wellness Programs: Programs providing tools, resources and support for personal wellness.
• 401(k) Program: Available upon hire with employer contributions after one year.
• Additional Benefits: Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance, and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Air Transportation
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees