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Archer's Airline Software team operates with Startup DNA and as such, we are looking for engineers who thrive in an autonomous environment where you will be encouraged to make product, design, and ...

Senior Software Engineer, Backend

San Jose, CA · On-site

$143K - $189K/yr

Archer's Airline Software team operates with Startup DNA and as such, we are looking for engineers who thrive in an autonomous environment where you will be encouraged to make product, design, and ...

Account Manager

Gardena, CA · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

Intermediate Microsoft Office skills; experience with Sabre or other airline software is preferred. * Able to build trusted relationships, influence across teams without direct authority, and ...

Required : • 5+ years of airline operations experience. • 3+ years of experience in airline software implementation project management and/or product ownership, Trax-specific experience preferred ...

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How much do airline software jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for airline software in the United States is $43.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33.41 and $52.40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the most common challenges faced by professionals working in airline software development?

One of the most common challenges in airline software roles is dealing with highly complex, safety-critical systems that require zero margin for error and continuous uptime. Professionals in this field must often manage tight deadlines while ensuring strict compliance with industry regulations and data security standards. Additionally, adapting legacy airline systems to new technologies and integrating with partners or global distribution systems can be demanding. However, overcoming these challenges offers unique opportunities for innovation and personal growth in a fast-paced, international industry.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the airline software position?

To thrive in airline software development, you need strong programming skills, knowledge of aviation systems, and a relevant degree in computer science or software engineering. Familiarity with industry-standard tools such as Amadeus, Sabre, or SITA, and experience with integration, API development, and cloud platforms like AWS are highly valued. Exceptional analytical thinking, problem-solving, teamwork, and clear communication skills will help you work effectively in cross-functional teams. These technical and soft skills ensure the reliable delivery and maintenance of mission-critical software for airline operations.

What is an airline software job?

An Airline Software job involves developing, maintaining, or implementing software solutions for the aviation industry. This can include reservation systems, flight planning tools, crew management applications, and operational analytics. Professionals in this field work as software developers, systems analysts, or IT support specialists to ensure airlines operate efficiently. Strong programming skills, knowledge of aviation systems, and understanding of regulatory requirements are often required.

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Senior Software Engineer, Backend

Archer

San Jose, CA

$150K - $180K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago


Job description

This is a hybrid role, requiring in-person work at our San Jose, CA headquarters 10 days per month.
Archer is on a mission to not only unlock the skies with our aircraft Midnight, but with the entire software fabric that goes into running a large, sophisticated airline operation. We are looking for 0 to 1 Software Engineers to join an elite team that is building out Archer's Airline Operations Software Ecosystem.  This role enables you to be one of a few people to craft the future of urban air mobility by building agentic software that powers it. The products you will be building in this role will be integral for Archer's LA2028 Olympics operation and to support the logistics, routing, performance, and dispatch of our aircraft for decades to come.
We're looking for someone who can own a product end-to-end, from frontend to backend to deployment, while bringing strong backend depth to help guide the team's architecture decisions. Engineers who have built and shipped multiple products across disciplines and languages are encouraged to apply.

Archer's Airline Software team operates with Startup DNA and as such, we are looking for engineers who thrive in an autonomous environment where you will be encouraged to make product, design, and architecture decisions. The Airline Software Team is by design lean to provide engineers with career defining opportunities to design and scale an application that will touch millions of passengers a year.

What You'll Do:

  • Build great software. Take product requirements and turn them into beautiful, reliable, and high quality web and mobile applications
  • Create and manage backend infrastructure including building database schemas, API architecture, orchestration services, and refining architecture
  • Lead end-to-end technical execution and receive full ownership of the software development lifecycle
  • Design and implement the architecture and tech stack that will serve as the backbone for our platform while balancing scalability, speed, and reliability
  • Contribute to our Roadmap. Ideate, plan, and prototype technical tools for aircraft performance and dispatch settings
  • Work with Design, Data Science, and Technical Aviation Experts to supercharge the features and products you are working on
  • Use the latest code-generation technologies to streamline your workflow and achieve breakthrough productivity
  • Implement and productize novel machine learning and deep learning algorithms developed by our AI/ML research team 


What You Need:

  • 5+ years of post-college work, or entrepreneurial experience 
  • Bachelors or Masters Degree in an engineering discipline (or multiple pieces of evidence of outstanding individual technical achievement)
  • End-to-end experience building software across the full stack - from front-end, back-end, and cloud deployment
  • Technologies: NextJS, JavaScript, React, React Native, Swift, Python, Fast API, Postgres
  • Ability to create intuitive, clean, and professional products without a dedicated designer or design system
  • Strong understanding of how to implement and train AI systems into SaaS products and willingness to learn and adapt to building voice agent
  • Familiarity with building serverless & micro-service in popular cloud hyperscalers andManaging production grade CI/CD pipelines
  • Adaptability. Quickly and iteratively respond to needs of customers and turn product changes around on tight timelines


Bonus Qualifications:

  • Infrastructure & DevOps experience: k8s, S3, RDS, SQS, Lambda, Datadog, Docker, Github Actions, Fastlane
  • Strong passion for aviation and/or UAM
  • Willingness and ability to transition between mobile and web development
  • Previous experience working in and around logistics, transportation and/or aviation related companies
  • Ex-Founder or have worked at an early-stage startup
  • Experience working on complex systems of records like EHRs, ERPs, PMS, CMS, CRMs, and others
  • Personal Projects: Rich Github history with examples of personal projects that can be shared with the hiring team and/or open-source contributions
  • Passion for Design


Please note that this job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and does not include an exhaustive list of responsibilities and qualifications

At Archer we aim to attract, retain, and motivate talent that possess the skills and leadership necessary to grow our business. We drive a pay-for-performance culture and reward performance that supports the Company's business strategy. For this position we are targeting a base pay between $150,000.00 - $180,000.00  Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Archer is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities, and those with sincerely held religious beliefs. Applicants who may require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should provide their name and contact information to Archer's People Team at people@archer.com. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.