This position requires in-person collaboration up to five days a week. This arrangement is subject to change based on business requirements.
Why WestJet:
Since our story took off in 1996, WestJet has strived to enrich the lives of everyone in our world; a career with us is no exception. We’re proud to be one of Canada’s most admired and respected corporate cultures and continuously aim for the highest standards of service and success.
Join us, this is where your career story takes off.
The IT Flight Ops Software Delivery team is responsible for the continuous delivery and safe operation of custom-developed software solutions that enable our Pilots and Cabin Crew team members.
Reporting to the Manager of IT Flight Ops Software Delivery, this Intermediate Software Developer - 8 month term would be responsible for developing, enhancing and maintaining mission critical, flight impacting, native enterprise iPadOS applications, JavaScript web applications, and .NET Framework backend APIs. The Software Developer contributes to engineering best practices, system improvements and delivery processes while continuing to build technical expertise across the full stack. Success in this role requires a strong technical foundation, willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies, a collaborative mindset and the ability to contribute effectively within a structured development environment.
Key deliverables and responsibilities include:
- Software Development – Develop, enhance and maintain custom software applications supporting Flight Operations systems and workflows
- Systems Integration – Build and support APIs and service integrations with internal platforms, vendor systems and operational data sources
- Code Quality & Standards – Participate in peer code reviews to ensure code quality, maintainability and alignment with development standards
- Process Discipline – Follow established development processes, including coding standards, documentation practices and lifecycle procedures
- Collaboration – Work closely with Product Owners, QA, DevOps teams and operational stakeholders to deliver reliable and well-tested solutions
- Operational Support – Assist in troubleshooting production issues, investigating defects and implementing fixes for operational systems
- Technical Documentation – Contribute to documentation of system functionality, APIs and technical implementations
- Agile Delivery – Participate in sprint planning, backlog refinement, estimation and retrospectives to support delivery
- Continuous Improvement – Contribute ideas and feedback to improve development practices, system performance and team processes
Experience and Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience working across the software development lifecycle, supported by a degree in Computer Science or equivalent technical background
- Experience with backend development using C# and .NET, with exposure to additional languages/frameworks (e.g., Node.js, Java) considered an asset
- Experience with front-end development using JavaScript/TypeScript and Vue.js or similar frameworks
- Experience building and consuming RESTful APIs and working with system integrations
- Experience with real-time data streaming (e.g., Kafka) is an asset
- Experience to Microsoft Azure services (App Services, API Management, etc.) is an asset
- Familiarity with Agile tools such as Jira or Azure DevOps (ADO)
- Working knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, GitHub and modern deployment practices
- Strong problem-solving and debugging skills with attention to detail
- Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across teams
- Exposure to observability/logging tools (e.g., Splunk, Dynatrace, DataDog) is an asset
- Familiarity with OpenAPI-based integrations, Infrastructure as Code or containerization technologies (e.g., Terraform, Kubernetes) is an asset
- Airline and/or Technical Operations domain knowledge is an asset
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’re a great fit? Apply now!
About WestJet Group of Companies
WestJet took to the skies in 1996 with just over 200 employees and three aircraft operating service to five destinations. Since then, WestJet has pioneered low-cost travel in Canada, cutting airfares in half, and increasing the flying population in Canada by more than 50 per cent. Since the Sunwing Airlines integration in 2025, more than 15,000 WestJetters support nearly 200 aircraft and connect guests to our global network of more than 100 destinations across North America, Central America, the Caribbean, Europe and Asia. The WestJet Group is a major Canadian employer and includes WestJet Airlines, WestJet Encore and Sunwing Vacations Group. We’re Canada’s leading value airline and largest vacation provider, with a united purpose of providing affordable and accessible air and vacation travel to Canadians.
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. Safety and security are shared responsibilities all team members are expected to use safe work practices to ensure their 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 Safey-Sensitive are required to pass a Pre-Employment Alcohol and Drug Test as per WestJet's Alcohol and Drug Policy.
Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
We embrace what makes each of us unique, and what makes us uniquely WestJet. We welcome diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds so if you're passionate about this role, we encourage you to apply – even if you don't meet every qualification listed. WestJet is committed to inclusiveness, equity and accessibility throughout the selection process. If you require accommodation at any stage, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at
[email protected].
We value the time and effort you put into your application. Our recruitment process is highly competitive and while every applicant will receive communication regarding their application status, only those selected to move forward will be contacted with next steps. If this role isn’t the right fit, we encourage you to explore future opportunities with us.
For more information about everything WestJet, please westjet.com/aboutus.
If you wish to withdraw your application or request that your personal information be deleted, please contact us at
[email protected].
