Technology Analyst Job at Southwest Airlines
Department: Technology
Our Company Promise
We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.
Job Description:
The People of Southwest Airlines come together to deliver on our Purpose, which is to connect People to what’s important in their lives through friendly, reliable, and low-cost air travel. The Technology Analyst invests in the future of Southwest’s People by contributing to the Omnichannel Team and supporting the Southwest Business Department with Global Distribution Systems (GDS) and Omnichannel D ata F eed. This role will conduct data analysis and collaborate with various stakeholders and Leaders, to provide ef fective solutions that align with strategic priorities and standards and within specified timelines and budget s . The Technology Analyst is a strong communicator (written and verbal) with an agile mindset who can effectively manage competing priorities to drive the future of Technology at Southwest.
Additional details:
This role is offered as a remote workplace position, which may require travel for training, meetings, conferences, etc. Outside of those required visits, the majority of your working time may be spent in a remote location, away from our Corporate Campus. Please note, while this is a remote position, there is a limited group of states or localities ineligible for Employees to regularly perform their work. Those ineligible locations are: Alaska, California, Colorado, Delaware, Illinois, Iowa, Maryland, Massachusetts, Montana, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Vermont, West Virginia, Washington and Wyoming
U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. is required , and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available. ( omit if eligible for sponsorship)
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We continue to look for opportunities to reflect the communities we serve, and welcome applicants with diverse thoughts, backgrounds, and experiences.
Responsibilities
Apply knowledge and skills of analysis, business processes, tools, domains, project methodologies, requirements definitions, and testing to solve a range of problems
Partner with other Technology Team members to provide advice or solutions within his or her area of expertise
Stay informed about current developments within his or her expertise
Identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
Estimate effort and value for solutions
Apply business solutions with broad level knowledge about technology platforms/architectures
Verify information and carefully review and check the accuracy of own work using dependency identification processes in technology work
Establish or follow prioritization process to drive work, completing work with a sense of urgency
Express ideas, business or technical requirements clearly and concisely in writing using appropriate levels of summary and synthesis
Monitor program risks, issues, and scope proactively, ensuring the appropriate level of priority, visibility and escalation
May perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leaders
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Proficient knowledge of business analysis, process modeling and redesign
Proficient knowledge of technical environments
Proficient knowledge of software development methodologies
Skilled in partnering, communication, and negotiation in working with various Teams and/or external partners
Ability to analyze medium to large Business or technical problems, articulating the problem or root cause, and translating the analysis into viable solution recommendations
Ability to work effectively in a strong Customer service/team oriented environment
Ability to research, create, and document requirements, processes, and technical specifications
Ability to manage and prioritize effectively multiple and widely varied work streams/tasks
Ability to take on multiple assignments, whether administrative or project related, while maintaining a successful level of completion in all responsible work; able to mentor others to do the same
Ability to teach and mentor others concerning technical and business subjects
Education
Required: High School Diploma or GED
Required: Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Systems, or related field; or equivalent formal training
Experience
Required: Intermediate-level experience, fully functioning broad knowledge in information technology (IT) operations, programming, systems/software development or another IT related field
Licensing/Certification
N/A
Physical Abilities
Ability to perform work duties from [limited space work station/desk/office area] for extended periods of time
Ability to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the job
Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the demands of the job
Other Qualifications
Competitive market salary from $97,750 per year to $108,600 per year * depending on qualifications and experience. For eligible Leadership and individual contributor roles, additional bonus opportunities are available and awarded at the discretion of the Company. *
Benefits you’ll love: Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too) Up to a 9.3% 401(k) Company match, dollar for dollar, of your eligible pay, per paycheck**
Explore more Benefits you’ll love: https://careers.southwestair.com/benefits*Pay amount doesn’t guarantee employment for any particular period of time **401(k) match contributions are subject to the plan’s vesting schedule and applicable IRS limits ***Profit-sharing contributions are subject to plan’s vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Company
Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines
Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines
Limited travel with potential for increased/decreased travel based upon Technology Department needs
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Our Company Promise
We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.
Job Description:
The People of Southwest Airlines come together to deliver on our Purpose, which is to connect People to what’s important in their lives through friendly, reliable, and low-cost air travel. The Technology Analyst invests in the future of Southwest’s People by contributing to the Omnichannel Team and supporting the Southwest Business Department with Global Distribution Systems (GDS) and Omnichannel D ata F eed. This role will conduct data analysis and collaborate with various stakeholders and Leaders, to provide ef fective solutions that align with strategic priorities and standards and within specified timelines and budget s . The Technology Analyst is a strong communicator (written and verbal) with an agile mindset who can effectively manage competing priorities to drive the future of Technology at Southwest.
Additional details:
This role is offered as a remote workplace position, which may require travel for training, meetings, conferences, etc. Outside of those required visits, the majority of your working time may be spent in a remote location, away from our Corporate Campus. Please note, while this is a remote position, there is a limited group of states or localities ineligible for Employees to regularly perform their work. Those ineligible locations are: Alaska, California, Colorado, Delaware, Illinois, Iowa, Maryland, Massachusetts, Montana, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Vermont, West Virginia, Washington and Wyoming
U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. is required , and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available. ( omit if eligible for sponsorship)
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We continue to look for opportunities to reflect the communities we serve, and welcome applicants with diverse thoughts, backgrounds, and experiences.
Responsibilities
Apply knowledge and skills of analysis, business processes, tools, domains, project methodologies, requirements definitions, and testing to solve a range of problems
Partner with other Technology Team members to provide advice or solutions within his or her area of expertise
Stay informed about current developments within his or her expertise
Identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
Estimate effort and value for solutions
Apply business solutions with broad level knowledge about technology platforms/architectures
Verify information and carefully review and check the accuracy of own work using dependency identification processes in technology work
Establish or follow prioritization process to drive work, completing work with a sense of urgency
Express ideas, business or technical requirements clearly and concisely in writing using appropriate levels of summary and synthesis
Monitor program risks, issues, and scope proactively, ensuring the appropriate level of priority, visibility and escalation
May perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leaders
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Proficient knowledge of business analysis, process modeling and redesign
Proficient knowledge of technical environments
Proficient knowledge of software development methodologies
Skilled in partnering, communication, and negotiation in working with various Teams and/or external partners
Ability to analyze medium to large Business or technical problems, articulating the problem or root cause, and translating the analysis into viable solution recommendations
Ability to work effectively in a strong Customer service/team oriented environment
Ability to research, create, and document requirements, processes, and technical specifications
Ability to manage and prioritize effectively multiple and widely varied work streams/tasks
Ability to take on multiple assignments, whether administrative or project related, while maintaining a successful level of completion in all responsible work; able to mentor others to do the same
Ability to teach and mentor others concerning technical and business subjects
Education
Required: High School Diploma or GED
Required: Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Systems, or related field; or equivalent formal training
Experience
Required: Intermediate-level experience, fully functioning broad knowledge in information technology (IT) operations, programming, systems/software development or another IT related field
Licensing/Certification
N/A
Physical Abilities
Ability to perform work duties from [limited space work station/desk/office area] for extended periods of time
Ability to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the job
Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the demands of the job
Other Qualifications
Competitive market salary from $97,750 per year to $108,600 per year * depending on qualifications and experience. For eligible Leadership and individual contributor roles, additional bonus opportunities are available and awarded at the discretion of the Company. *
Benefits you’ll love: Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too) Up to a 9.3% 401(k) Company match, dollar for dollar, of your eligible pay, per paycheck**
Explore more Benefits you’ll love: https://careers.southwestair.com/benefits*Pay amount doesn’t guarantee employment for any particular period of time **401(k) match contributions are subject to the plan’s vesting schedule and applicable IRS limits ***Profit-sharing contributions are subject to plan’s vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Company
Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines
Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines
Limited travel with potential for increased/decreased travel based upon Technology Department needs
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please print/save this job description because it won't be available after you apply.
Please Note :
stephenwilliam.com is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, stephenwilliam.com provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, Site.com is the ideal place to find your next job.