Software Development Engineer

How You'll Help Us Keep Climbing (Overview & Key Responsibilities)

About The Role

We are seeking a forward-looking Software Development Engineer to design, build, and scale next-generation applications leveraging cloud-native architectures, AI/ML capabilities, and modern engineering practices. As part of the Onboard Services (OBS) technology organization, this role will help build and enhance full stack applications that power the in flight catering experience for millions of customers. This role supports critical systems within the Delta Onboard Service domain, ensuring reliability, scalability, and innovation across cloud native and enterprise platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable cloud-based applications using AWS services.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Implement best practices for cloud architecture, security, and performance.
• Automate deployment, monitoring, and management of cloud applications.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code and contribute to both front-end and back-end development as a full-stack engineer.
• Build and integrate AI/ML-powered features and agents into applications using AWS AI services.
• Apply AI-assisted development tools to accelerate software delivery, automate repetitive tasks, and improve code quality.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to cloud infrastructure and applications.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest AWS technologies and industry trends.
  
  

What You Need To Succeed (Minimum Qualifications)

• 2+ years of hands on experience in full stack software development.
• Strong proficiency in Java, J2EE, Spring Framework, and RESTful service development.
• Experience with AWS Cloud Services (EC2, S3, Lambda, API Gateway, CloudWatch, etc.).
• Solid understanding of SQL, PL/SQL, and experience working with Oracle RDBMS.
• Front end development experience using AngularJS, HTML, JavaScript, and CSS.
• Practical experience with GitLab, version control workflows, and GitLab CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with DevOps concepts, automation, and containerization fundamentals.
• Ability to work in an Agile environment and collaborate effectively with distributed teams.
• Strong problem solving skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering high quality software.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and tools like Jenkins, GitLab, or AWS CodePipeline.
• Hands-on experience with AWS cloud services and building distributed systems.
• Experience integrating AI/ML capabilities into applications (e.g., personalization, NLP, recommendations).
• Familiarity with AWS AI/ML services such as Amazon SageMaker, Bedrock, and AgentCore.
• Demonstrated experience using AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Claude, Kiro) to accomplish tasks such as generating and reviewing code, writing and maintaining tests, creating documentation, and debugging, with the judgment to validate and own AI-generated output.
• Ability to connect with peers, business analysts, and domain experts and the ability to listen to customers and colleagues; convey ideas effectively; prepare written documentation
• Proactive in nature with a customer‑centric focus, demonstrating ownership and initiative.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly.
• Consistently prioritizes safety and security of self, others, and personal data.
  
  

Behavioral Competencies

• Ability to work in collaborative environments and embrace diverse perspectives.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, express thoughts and ideas effectively, and embrace cultural differences with respect when engaging with others.
• Ability to engage effectively with peers and stakeholders to build strong partnerships.
• Prioritize, maintain focus, and consistently deliver commitment.
• Proactively understand customer expectations and willingness to create customer-based solutions.
  
  

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Experience building cloud native microservices or serverless applications on AWS.
• Knowledge of modern JavaScript frameworks beyond AngularJS (e.g., Angular, React, Vue).
• Exposure to airline, travel, or large scale operational technology domains.
• Experience with performance tuning of Java applications and SQL queries.
• Familiarity with infrastructure as code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation) or container platforms (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Understanding of event driven architectures, messaging systems, or streaming platforms.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to influence technical decisions across teams.
• Passion for improving onboard customer experience through technology.
• Experience with microservices architecture and serverless computing.
• Understanding of networking and security principles in cloud environments
• Familiarity with Model Context Protocol (MCP) for connecting AI models to external tools and data sources.
  
  

About The Company

What started as a humble, little aerial crop-dusting operation called Huff Daland Dusters in 1924 has now grown into the U.S. global airline leader in safety, innovation, reliability, and customer experience. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Delta Air Lines is known for its operational excellence and award-winning customer service.

Powered by our employees worldwide, Delta has led the airline industry in operational excellence for a decade while maintaining our reputation for award-winning customer service. With our mission of connecting the people and cultures of the globe, Delta strives to foster understanding across a diverse world and serve as a force for social good.

In 2026, Delta Air Lines continued to earn global recognition for its performance, culture and operational excellence. Delta was named to Glassdoor's 2026 Top 100 Best Places to Work list for the ninth time, standing as the only airline recognized. Delta also secured the 11th spot on Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies list, marking its 13th consecutive year earning this distinction. Delta was also recognized by Cirium as the top on-time airline in North America for the fifth consecutive year, underscoring its unwavering commitment to reliability and customer experience.

About The Delta Technology Hub (DTH), Bangalore

The DTH is one of Delta Air Lines investments in world-class business capabilities and technology aimed at transforming how Delta Air Lines operates and provides world-class travel experiences to its customers through innovation and cutting-edge methodologies. By continuously reimagining processes and driving technology-led transformation, the Delta Technology Hub plays a pivotal role in Scripting The Future of Aviation. The organization is certified by the Great Place to Work Institute (India). The Delta Technology Hub was a finalist for the iVolunteer Awards 2024/2025 in the Leader in Employee Volunteering category. This nomination highlights our remarkable volunteering initiatives and the outstanding practices we implement to encourage and support our employee volunteering program. For more information, please visit www.deltatechhub.com

Why join

• Technology is a key enabler of the differentiated services that Delta provides. At the DTH, you get the opportunity to work on projects with a significant impact on business outcomes and customer experience.
• Deepen your knowledge by taking part in multifaceted learning and development programs –exposure to extensive internal and partner repositories, institutional affiliations, and industry SIG (Special Interest Groups) partnerships.
• Immerse yourself in an employee-centric culture.
• Develop deep and broad business acumen on airline operations while retaining focus on cutting-edge technology driven solutions.
• Avail a full range of benefits that support you and your family: Medical Insurance, Transportation to and from the DTH office, Complementary Cafeteria Meals, Special Travel opportunities and Travel Privileges, Car Lease Program, Paid time off, Parental Benefits and National Pension Scheme.