Software Application Developer

A leader in aviation and aviation training products is looking for the best to journey with us into the future of navigation! For more than 80 years, Jeppesen, a Boeing subsidiary, has made it possible for pilots and their passengers to safely and efficiently reach their destinations. We are the world’s leading provider of aeronautical data and are combining our company’s enduring spirit of innovation with a legacy of leadership in aviation to deliver 21st century navigation and optimization solutions.

We are looking for a Software Application Developer to be based in Gothenburg, Sweden.

You will work in a one-of-a-kind software development organization with fascinating solutions that make a real difference to people around the world. You will be working in an agile learning organization, surrounded by a team of talented, creative and dedicated colleagues. You will learn and broaden your perspective but also be part of a global organization allowing for collaboration with customers and colleagues across the world. Most importantly, you will be expected to make a difference.

About the position:

The Digital Solutions & Analytics department is responsible for the configuration, delivery and support of our Crew and Ops management products to airline customers and to make sure that we deliver solutions that our customers truly need. We are now looking for Software Application Developers to join our department. This is an opportunity to be part of a skilled team of specialists that solve some of the most challenging optimization problems in the world, value diversity and learn from each other.

Position Responsibilities:

As a Software Application Developer you will work closely with our clients and develop product and configure the application to their business environment. We are looking for team members with expertise in software development and user experience as well as showing strong communication and co-operation skills. The successful candidate is good at dealing with technical challenges and programing tasks as well as handling client expectations and building long-term customer relations.

For these positions it is vital that you are passionate about learning the Airline business and that you see yourself contributing in teamwork, workshops and communicating with different stakeholders as part of the requirements gathering and implementation process.

Required competencies:

• 4+ years of working with software development and programming
• 2+ years of experience effectively working in a Linux/Unix environment
• 2+ years of experience with Python
• Strong communication skills
• Advanced knowledge of the English language in both verbal and written communications

Preferred/Desired competencies:

• Relational Database modelling
• Git, or equivalent version control system
• Experience with development and administration in Linux systems in virtualized environments (CentOS and RHEL is a plus)
• Test Driven Development, using tools such as Gherkin and Behave
• Virtual machines, using tools such as Vagrant and VirtualBox
• Building pipelines, using a tool such as GitLab
• Interfaces and data integration, XML
• PyCharm
• Bash scripting
• Experience in Airline Operations or Crew Management Solutions
• Experience working within a scrum team or in similar agile project setups
• BSc or MSc in Computer Science / Physics Engineering /Industrial Engineering or equivalent Programing experience

We put great emphasis on your personal characteristics. We value individuals who have an analytical approach to problem solving, strong communication skills both within and outside your team, an interest for technology as well as human relations and a curiosity to learn and explore new ways of doing things.

Typical education/Experience

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD, Master+3 years' related work experience, 9 years' related work experience, etc.).

Please apply by sending your CV in English.

Employer is willing to sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Relocation:

This position does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.