Senior Manager – IT Application Development (Finance Data & Analytics)

Responsibilities

• Lead a team building and operating cloud-native applications, services, and custom analytics solutions to support FP&A and Controllership functions.
• Deliver high-quality software that meets finance requirements for reliability, auditability, governance, and performance.
• Partner with Data Engineering to define data contracts, onboard finance data into the United Data Hub (UDH), and ensure data quality.
• Collaborate with Enterprise AI teams to deliver finance AI use cases, including AI/ML and GenAI, from concept to production.
• Drive predictable delivery through Agile practices, disciplined release management, and strong production support processes.
• Act as a trusted advisor to Finance leaders, translating business outcomes into actionable technical strategies and roadmaps.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive IT experience with a focus on software engineering and building cloud-native or data-intensive applications.
• 3+ years of leadership experience managing teams or complex cross-functional initiatives.
• Demonstrated experience delivering cloud-based solutions using AWS and modern engineering practices (CI/CD, DevSecOps).
• Strong engineering fundamentals in API/service design, event-driven patterns, and secure SDLC practices.
• Proficiency with technologies such as Databricks, Apache Spark, Python, or C#/.NET.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field.
• Experience modernizing legacy solutions into cloud-native architectures at scale.
• Experience delivering calculation-intensive finance solutions such as scenario modeling or forecasting.
• Knowledge of MLOps/LLMOps and operational monitoring for AI-enabled solutions.
• Experience in the airline industry.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life, accident, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) and paid time off.
• Flight privileges and travel benefits.
• Parental leave and employee assistance programs.

About the Company

United Airlines is a leading global airline dedicated to connecting people and uniting the world through flight. We foster an inclusive environment where team members can grow their careers, access top-tier wellness benefits, and define the future of aviation.