Technology Analyst

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: Southwest Airlines promises to provide Employees with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. The Technology Analyst supports the Common Use Team by collaborating with Common Use Airports across our network (approx. 75% of our total network) to conduct analysis and provide solutions that are aligned with stated requirements and comply with departmental standards and timelines. They’ll develop relationships with our airport partners, selected vendors, and the Southwest Leadership Team to understand the impact the Common Use vendor has on equipment and the Customer experience. The Technology Analyst is a detail-oriented thinker who is ready to drive the future of Southwest Airlines. Additional Details • This role is offered as a remote workplace position, which may require travel for trainings, meetings, conferences, etc. Outside of those required visits, the majority of your working time may be spent in an approved remote location, away from our Corporate Campus. Please note, while this is a remote position, there is limited group of states or localities ineligible for Employees to regularly perform their work off-site. Those ineligible locations are: Alaska, Delaware, New Jersey, North Dakota, South Dakota, Vermont, West Virginia, and Wyoming, and Puerto Rico. • 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 analysis, business processes, tools, domains, project methodologies, requirements definitions, and testing to solve a range of problems • Partner with other Technology Team members to provide advice or solutions within his or her area of expertise • Stay informed about current developments within his or her expertise • Identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems • Estimate effort and value for solutions • Apply business solutions with broad level knowledge about technology platforms/architectures • Verify information and carefully review and check the accuracy of own work using dependency identification processes in technology work • Establish or follow prioritization process to drive work, completing work with a sense of urgency • Express ideas, business or technical requirements clearly and concisely in writing using appropriate levels of summary and synthesis • Monitor program risks, issues, and scope proactively, ensuring the appropriate level of priority, visibility and escalation • May perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leaders Knowledge, Skills and Abilities • Proficient knowledge of business analysis, process modeling and redesign • Proficient knowledge of technical environments • Proficient knowledge of software development methodologies • Skilled in partnering, communication, and negotiation in working with various Teams and/or external partners • Ability to analyze medium to large Business or technical problems, articulating the problem or root cause, and translating the analysis into viable solution recommendations • Ability to work effectively in a strong Customer service/team oriented environment • Ability to research, create, and document requirements, processes, and technical specifications • Ability to manage and prioritize effectively multiple and widely varied work streams/tasks • Ability to take on multiple assignments, whether administrative or project related, while maintaining a successful level of completion in all responsible work; able to mentor others to do the same • Ability to teach and mentor others concerning technical and business subjects Education • Required: High School Diploma or GED • Required: Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Systems, or related field; or equivalent formal training Experience • Required: Intermediate-level experience, fully functioning broad knowledge in information technology (IT) operations, programming, systems/software development, or another IT-related field • Preferred: Knowledge of CUPPS (Common Use Passenger Processing System) and CUSS (Common Use Self Service) • Preferred: Understanding of computer networks, hardware, operating systems, and peripheral devices such as printers and scanners Licensing/Certification • N/A Physical Abilities • Ability to perform work duties from [limited space work station/desk/office area] for extended periods of time • Ability to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the job • Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the demands of the job Other Qualifications • Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines • Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 • Must be at least 18 years of age • Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines • Limited travel with potential for increased/decreased travel based upon Technology Department needs Pay & Benefits: • Competitive market salary from $93,950 per year to $104,400 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: ​*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 limits. • **ProfitSharing 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. Please print/save this job description because it won't be available after you apply. Job Posting End Date 10/08/2025 Apply tot his job