Posted:
8/26/2026, 6:55:37 AM
Location(s):
Texas, United States ⋅ Dallas, Texas, United States
Experience Level(s):
Senior
Field(s):
Software Engineering
Workplace Type:
Remote
Pay:
$139k–$154k/yr
Department:
TechnologyOur 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:
Ready to build the technology that powers Southwest’s people and finance operations? As a Senior Software Engineer, you will design, develop, and support secure, scalable solutions that enable critical business processes across Workday and the broader enterprise ecosystem. You will create and maintain high-performing integrations that support payroll, hiring, compliance, and financial operations while ensuring data is reliable, accessible, and protected. In this role, you will lead technical problem-solving efforts, mentor fellow engineers, and drive best practices that improve software quality and operational stability. Your work will directly support business continuity, enhance data accuracy, reduce manual effort, and help build the modern technology foundation that enables Southwest’s future growth.
Additional details:
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.
Pay & Benefits:
Competitive market salary from $138,800 per year to $154,200 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 Retirement Savings Plan, which includes a dollar-for-dollar 401(k) Company match contribution of up to 9.3% of your eligible earnings**
Potential for annual profit-sharing contribution in the Southwest Retirement Savings Plan—when Southwest profits, you profit***
Competitive health insurance for you and your eligible dependents
Southwest offers health plan coverage options that start from the very first day of employment. You'll have 30 days to select and enroll in your health plan, and coverage will be retroactively available to your first day of employment.
Explore more benefits you’ll love: https://careers.southwestair.com/benefits
*Pay amount doesn’t guarantee employment for any particular period.
**401(k) Company match contributions are subject to the plan’s vesting schedule. Match contributions may vary based on the position.
*** Profit-sharing contributions are subject to the 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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Website: https://www.southwest.com/
Headquarter Location: Dallas, Texas, United States
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 1967
IPO Status: Public
Last Funding Type: Post-IPO Debt
Industries: Public Transportation
Visa Sponsorship: Sponsors work visas