Why WestJet:

Every WestJet journey has the potential to enrich lives; a career with us is no exception.

WestJet arrived on the Canadian airline scene in 1996 and changed the industry for the better. We made air travel more affordable for Canadians and now we're going global.

Join us and love where you’re going.

Remote Work:

This position is eligible for remote work, within Canada, under our mobile workforce program.

Overview of role:

WestJet is seeking a Software Developer reporting into our Digital office. We are a team of highly motivated software engineers providing a set of backend products for the internal consumers. We enjoy challenges and take pride in our work. Our portfolio includes a wide range of languages and technologies such as Node.js, Java, Groovy, Docker, k8s, Serverless functions, REST APIs, GraphQL, Mongo DB, Neo4j, etc. Every member of Digital APIs team is responsible for the full SDLC, including testing, deployment, and production support.

As a Software Developer in Digital APIs team, you will create and maintain the delivery of services to support the application programming interfaces (APIs). You will be responsible for maximizing code reusability while also considering design, deployment, and testability. You will also be designing, implementing, testing, deploying, and supporting infrastructure as code to deliver APIs to our consumers. Apply industry-standard processes, practices, and techniques. Work with business stakeholders to develop appropriate software solutions that meet WestJet’s business, technical and quality requirements. Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with others are essential.

Key deliverables include:

• Actively and consistently support all efforts to simplify and enhance systems that support the digital functions of the company
• Design and document APIs, leveraging a standard API documentation framework (OpenAPI)
• Leverage existing API design patterns or modify them to maintain organizational consistency
• Participate in the development of new software technology and initiatives which may include, but not limited to code architecture, development, unit testing, and other requirements
• Automate and document troubleshooting of production applications
• Implement and design CI/CD pipelines to automate the delivery of our APIs
• Ensure that all APIs are fully tested in an automated framework, including functional, performance, and vulnerability tests
• Focus API solution delivery to use cloud-based solutions

Experience and qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required
• Experience and knowledge in the following areas is required;
• Deep understanding of JavaScript or Java language
• Developing RESTful APIs as microservices
• Continuous integration, testing, and deployment
• Infrastructure as code (Terraform, Ansible, or similar)
• Building and deploying Docker containers
• Cloud services (Azure, AWS, or GCP)
• Experience and knowledge in the following areas is desired;
• Node.js web frameworks (hapi, express)
• Kubernetes
• Java Springboot web application development
• Groovy language
• Linux administration
• Implementing advanced monitoring for platforms and applications

The benefits of being a WestJetter:

WestJet provides all WestJetters with a competitive total rewards package. On top of that, we offer:

• A fun and friendly culture with colleagues who work together to win
• Travel privileges for you and your family, effective from your start date
• Savings and Benefit programs that are flexible to meet your specific needs

Think we are a fit? Apply now!

About WestJet Group of Companies

Together with WestJet's regional airline, WestJet Encore, we offer scheduled service to more than 100 destinations in North America, Central America, the Caribbean and Europe and to more than 175 destinations in over 20 countries through our airline partnerships.

Our Safety Promise

At WestJet, the safety and security of our people and our guests is a core value and at the heart of what we do. As safety and security is a shared responsibility, it is expected that you will use safe work practices to ensure your well-being and the safety of others.

WestJet recognizes that the use of Alcohol and Drugs can adversely impact a safe work environment and the well-being of others including guests, suppliers and the public, as well as place WestJet's operations at risk. All roles that are identified as safety sensitive are required to pass a Pre-Employment Alcohol and Drug Test as per WestJet's Alcohol and Drug Policy.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We embrace what makes us each unique, and what makes us uniquely WestJet. WestJet is committed to inclusiveness, equity, and accessibility and if you require accommodation during the selection process, please let our Talent Acquisition team know. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest in WestJet; however, only those candidates who are selected will be contacted.

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