Senior Lead Software Developer

WELCOME TO SITA

At SITA, we keep airports moving, airlines flying smoothly, and borders open. Our technology and communication innovations power the success of the global air travel industry.

You'll find us in 95% of international airports, working closely with over 2,500 transportation and government clients. Each partnership brings unique challenges, and we thrive on delivering fresh solutions and cutting-edge tech to keep operations running like clockwork. We don't just move the world forward—we're proud to be recognized as a 
Great Place to Work
 by our employees and certified in most of our growing locations. Here, we feel empowered, supported, and inspired to grow.

Are you ready to love your job?

The adventure begins right here, with you, at SITA

PURPOSE

Manages the technical design and development of complex cross-functional multi-platform applications and systems.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops cost effective robust designs that are based on a thorough and holistic analysis of functional and non-functional requirements taking into account all associated dependencies constraints and technological feasibility.
• Is the ''technical expert'' for multiple applications systems and/or technologies and provides appropriate guidance to less experienced Developers.
• Recommends and participates in the selection of new technologies and technical processes.
• Performs complex application programming activities including coding testing debugging documenting maintaining and modifying complex applications and systems.
• Develops cost effective robust designs that are based on a thorough and holistic analysis of functional and non-functional requirements taking into account all associated dependencies constraints and technological feasibility.
• Is the ''technical expert'' for multiple applications systems and/or technologies and provides appropriate guidance to less experienced Developers.
• Recommends and participates in the selection of new technologies and technical processes.
• Performs complex application programming activities including coding testing debugging documenting maintaining and modifying complex applications and systems.

EXPERIENCE

• 10+ years' experience in a software engineering environment designing and developing software applications.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Expert level with java build tools( maven,gradle and fastlane)
• Expert level with docker tools(harbor,docker,docker-compose)
• Extensive experience in
  configuration tools Ansible and Ansible Tower
• Extensive experience in Docker,Kubernetes
   and its eco systems and being able to troubleshoot and automate deployments
• Extensive knowledge in Jenkins,GItlab and ADO pipelines
• Extensive experience in being able to code in python, bash shell, PowerShell and java at its eco systems
• Strong understanding of application development methodologies
• Experience working with Unix/Linux systems.
• Extensive experience in RHEL and selinux and its policies
• Networking fundamentals e.g. TCP/IP, UDP, ICMP, MAC addresses, IP packets, DNS, OSI layers, etc.
• Expertise in designing, analyzing and troubleshooting large-scale distributed systems.
• In-depth knowledge of operating systems e.g. processes, threads, etc
• Systematic problem solving approach, coupled with a strong sense of ownership and drive.
• Experience devops security practices
• Working knowledge of enterprise data center technologies including storage platforms, network switching, and security infrastructure within a virtualized data center
• Experience optimizing applications, both stand-alone and in distributed systems to maximize performance

• Proficiency in CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, CircleCI).

• Strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).

• Expertise in containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).

• Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation).

• Solid understanding of networking, security, and system administration.

• Knowledge of DevSecOps principles.

• Experience with vulnerability scanning and compliance tools.

• Familiarity with tools like Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack, or Splunk.

• Knowledge in identity application such as forgerock

• Extensive experience cloud automation tools (Terraform)

• Extensive experience in monitoring applications such as Dynatrace

PROFESSION COMPETENCIES

• Agile Development
• Application Design Architecture
• Application Development Tools
• Application Maintenance
• Application Programming Interfaces (API's)
• Application Testing
• Cloud Computing
• Commercial Acumen
• Conceptual Thinking
• Configuration Management
• Conflict Resolution
• IT Industry: Trends & Directions
• Information Security Management
• Innovation
• Local Area Networks
• Managing Change
• Managing Risk
• Open Systems and Platforms
• Performance Measurement and Tuning
• Product Design/Architecture
• Product Technical Knowledge
• Programming
• Requirements Analysis
• Server Operating Systems and Platforms
• System and Technology Integration
• Systems Thinking
• Technical Excellence
• Technical Troubleshooting
• Technical Writing/Documentation
• Wide Area Networks
• Wireless Technologies

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Adhering to Principles & Values
• Communication
• Creating & Innovating
• Customer Focus
• Impact & Influence
• Leading Execution
• Results Orientation
• Teamwork

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Sciences or Engineering.
• Professional programming certification in a mainstream programming language is a plus.
• Formal training in project management preferred.

WHAT WE OFFER

We're all about diversity. We operate in 200 countries and speak 60 different languages and cultures. We're really proud of our inclusive environment. Our offices are comfortable and fun places to work, and we make sure you get to work from home too. Find out what it's like to join our team and take a step closer to your best life ever.

Flex Week:
Work from home up to 2 days/week (depending on your team's needs)

Flex Day:
Make your workday suit your life and plans.

Flex-Location:
Take up to 30 days a year to work from any location in the world.

Employee Wellbeing:
We have got you covered with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), for you and your dependents 24/7, 365 days/year. We also offer Champion Health - a personalized platform that supports a range of wellbeing needs.

Professional Development:
Level up your skills with our training platforms, including LinkedIn Learning

Competitive Benefits:
Competitive benefits that make sense with both your local market and employment status.

SITA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce. In support of our Employment Equity Program, we encourage women, aboriginal people, members of visible minorities, and/or persons with disabilities to apply and self-identify in the application process.