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 :
As a Software Engineer on the People Workforce & Salesforce Center of Excellence (COE) team, you'll help build and support enterprise-level solutions that power Southwest's Workday system. You'll design, develop, and deploy custom integrations, reports, and dashboards across modules like HCM, Payroll, and Talent using tools such as Studio, EIBs, BIRT, and App Builder. This role requires hands-on problem solving, deep technical expertise, and collaboration across Teams and vendors to deliver scalable, well-integrated systems. As part of the COE, you'll contribute to high-impact initiatives that connect leaders to the right data and tools, helping Southwest support its People with precision, care, and efficiency.
Additional details
- This role allows for voluntary remote work for the majority of your working time within the Dallas-Fort Worth area, with occasional on-site presence at our Corporate Campus for training, meetings, and business needs. This role may also require limited travel for business purposes.
- U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available.
We're committed to fair hiring practices and to making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics.
Responsibilities
Apply knowledge and skills of software development and testing effectively to solve a range of problemsWork alongside other engineers on the team to elevate technology and consistently apply best practicesCollaborate closely with customers and cross-functional departments to communicate project statuses and proposalsDocument each aspect of a system or application as a reference for future upgrades and maintenanceDetermine and assess the needs of the user and then create software to meet the requirementsIdentify and resolve issues that arise during the design, testing and maintenance processes using problem-solving skillsWork in an agile environment to deliver high-quality softwarePrepare and install solutions by determining and designing system specifications, standards, and programmingMentor junior members on the teamImprove and expand technical capabilities by continuing their education thru reading, workshops, conferences, and / or communities of practiceMay perform other job duties as directed by Employee's LeadersKnowledge, Skills and Abilities
Intermediate knowledge of software development methodologies, practices, concepts, and technologies obtained through formal training and / or work experienceAbility to demonstrate consistent knowledge application, skills of software development, and testing to solve a range of problemsIntermediate knowledge of at least one required programming languageAbility to partner, communicate, and negotiate with various Technology or partner TeamsAbility to analyze and manage large, complex, and vague Business or technical problems, articulating the problem or root cause, and translating the analysis into viable solution recommendationsAbility to take on multiple assignments, whether administrative or project related, while maintaining a successful level of completion in all responsible workAbility to mentor others to do the sameAbility to develop, present and effectively communicate ideas and strategies to a variety of audiencesEducation
Required : High School Diploma or GEDRequired : Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information systems or similar fields of study or equivalent advanced level experienceExperience
Required : Intermediate-level experience, fully functioning broad knowledge in software engineeringRequired : Hands-on experience developing Workday integrations across various modules (HCM, Payroll, Talent etc.)Required : Deep expertise in designing, developing and deploying customer integrations, reports, and dashboards using Studio, EIBs, and BIRT. Workday Studio including SSK, EIB, Core Connectors, and Web Services (SOAP / REST)Required : Experience designing, testing, building implementing and maintaining Extend apps or Orchestrions using App BuilderLicensing / Certification
N / APhysical Abilities
Ability to perform work duties from [limited space work station / desk / office area] for extended periods of timeAbility to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the jobAbility to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the demands of the jobOther Qualifications
Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelinesMust be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986Must be at least 18 years of ageMust be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelinesMust be able to travel and / or attend Company and non-Company facilities and remote locations such as remote-based offices as necessaryPay & Benefits
Competitive market salary from $110,900 per year to $123,200 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)
Southwest will help fund your 401(k) retirement savings with Company contributions up to 9.3% of your eligible earnings
Potential for annual ProfitSharing contribution in the Southwest Retirement Savings Plan- when Southwest profits, you profit
Competitive health insurance for you and your eligible dependents (including pets)
Southwest offers health plan coverage options that start from the very first day of employment. You will have 30 days to select and enroll in your health plan with coverage retroactively available to your first day of employment.
Explore more Benefits you'll love : https : / / careers.southwestair.com / benefits
Pay amount does not guarantee employment for any particular period of time.401(k) match contributions are subject to Retirement Savings Plan vesting schedule and applicable IRS limitsProfitSharing contributions are subject to Retirement Savings Plan vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Company.Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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