Senior Portfolio Architect – Cloud‑Native Solutions & Integration Lead for Crew IT (Remote – Delta Air Lines)

About Delta Air Lines – Elevating the Skies Through Technology

Delta Air Lines isn’t just a global airline; it’s a technology‑driven organization that moves millions of passengers each year while pioneering the digital transformation of aviation. Powered by a culture of Care, Integrity, Resilience, Servant Leadership, and Teamwork, Delta invests heavily in modernizing its IT landscape to deliver seamless, reliable, and innovative experiences for crew members, customers, and partners worldwide. As part of Delta’s Workwarp initiative, the Crew IT portfolio is at the heart of this evolution, enabling mobile‑first, data‑rich solutions that keep the airline soaring above the competition.

We’re looking for a visionary technology leader who can shape the technical direction of the Crew IT portfolio, champion cloud‑native architectures, and mentor a high‑performing engineering community—all while enjoying the flexibility of a remote work arrangement anchored to one of our two hub locations (Minneapolis, MN or Atlanta, GA).

Why This Role Matters – The Portfolio Architect Mission

The Portfolio Architect serves as the chief technical steward for a suite of mission‑critical applications that automate crew scheduling, communication, compliance, and operational workflows. You will drive end‑to‑end design decisions, ensure architectural cohesion across on‑premises and cloud environments, and translate business challenges into elegant, scalable solutions. Your expertise will directly impact Delta’s ability to deliver reliable, secure, and future‑ready services to the thousands of crew members who keep the airline moving.

Key Responsibilities

• Architectural Ownership: Define, document, and champion the technical vision for the Crew IT portfolio, balancing cloud‑native, on‑premises, and hybrid patterns.
• Solution Design: Design integrated applications that automate complex business processes, leveraging microservices, APIs, and event‑driven architectures.
• Technology Evaluation & Adoption: Stay ahead of emerging trends (e.g., serverless, AI‑enhanced automation) and recommend strategic investments that accelerate innovation.
• Full‑Lifecycle Oversight: Guide each phase of the software development lifecycle—from requirements gathering and proof‑of‑concept to production rollout and continuous improvement.
• Standards & Governance: Establish and enforce architectural standards, design patterns, security baselines, and operational best practices across the portfolio.
• Collaboration & Communication: Partner closely with product owners, business analysts, engineering leads, and external vendors to align technical solutions with business objectives.
• Mentorship & Talent Development: Coach senior engineers and emerging talent on architectural principles, DevSecOps practices, and modern development methodologies.
• Incident Management & Documentation: Act as the escalation point for complex technical issues, ensuring clear documentation, post‑mortem analysis, and proactive remediation.
• Specialization Areas: Provide deep expertise in App/Integration, DevSecOps, Site Reliability Engineering (SRE), Platform Engineering, and Security within the Crew IT ecosystem.

Essential Qualifications – What You Bring to the Table

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a closely related technical field.
• Professional Experience: Minimum 10 years of experience in software architecture or senior engineering roles at enterprise scale, preferably within highly regulated, high‑availability environments.
• Technical Mastery: Proven expertise designing and delivering enterprise‑grade solutions using:
  • Cloud‑native development with Spring/Spring Boot, Angular, and serverless frameworks.
  • Container orchestration (AWS Elastic Kubernetes Service, ROSA) and related CI/CD pipelines (GitLab, Tekton).
  • Infrastructure‑as‑Code tools (AWS CDK, CloudFormation, Terraform) and automated provisioning.
  • RESTful API design, GraphQL, and event‑driven messaging (Kafka, SNS/SQS).
  • Oracle 19c+ database architecture, performance tuning, and migration strategies.
  • VersionOne, Git, CI/CD, Test‑Driven Development (TDD), and DevOps best practices.
  • Application security standards (OWASP, 12‑factor app principles) and secure coding.
• Agile Leadership: Deep experience driving Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and fostering a culture of continuous delivery.
• Mentoring Ability: Demonstrated track record of coaching engineers, cultivating technical talent, and championing best‑practice adoption.
• Communication Skills: Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business language for stakeholders at all levels.
• Compliance & Safety Mindset: Commitment to safety, security, and regulatory compliance across all solutions.
• Eligibility: Must be authorized to work in the United States and at least 18 years of age.

Preferred Qualifications – Your Competitive Edge

• Hands‑on experience within the airline or travel‑technology domain, especially in crew‑management or flight‑operations systems.
• Successful delivery of microservice‑based platforms on public cloud providers, employing 12‑factor design patterns.
• Proven ability to craft robust, versioned APIs that support internal and external consumption.
• Experience collaborating with globally distributed teams across multiple time zones.
• Background in system engineering or logic design, combined with rapid learning agility.
• Advanced proficiency with monitoring and observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, CloudWatch, ELK stack) for production troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with container security scanning, secret management, and compliance automation.

Core Competencies & Skills

• Cloud Computing (AWS, container orchestration, serverless architectures)
• Software Architecture & Design Patterns (Domain‑Driven Design, Hexagonal Architecture)
• DevSecOps & Site Reliability Engineering
• API Management, Integration Platforms, Event‑Driven Design
• Agile & Scrum Leadership
• Enterprise Database Design (Oracle, SQL, NoSQL concepts)
• Automation, Configuration Management, IaC
• Security Principles (Zero Trust, Identity & Access Management)
• Mentoring, Coaching, and Technical Leadership
• Excellent Written & Verbal Communication

Career Growth & Learning Opportunities

Delta believes that great people become great leaders when they are empowered with continuous learning. As a Portfolio Architect, you will gain:

• Access to Delta’s global technology innovation labs and cross‑functional project teams.
• Mentorship from senior technology executives and participation in strategic road‑mapping sessions.
• Support for industry certifications (AWS Certified Solutions Architect, TOGAF, Certified Kubernetes Administrator, etc.).
• Opportunities to present at internal tech conferences, publish thought‑leadership pieces, and influence company‑wide standards.
• A clear pathway to senior leadership roles such as Director of Platform Engineering, Chief Architect, or VP of Technology.

Work Environment & Culture

Delta’s culture is built on purpose‑driven collaboration. You’ll join a team that values:

• Inclusivity: Diverse perspectives are celebrated, and Business Resource Groups foster community and belonging.
• Servant Leadership: Leaders prioritize the growth and success of their teams, encouraging autonomy and empowerment.
• Innovation Mindset: A safe environment to experiment, fail fast, and iterate on cutting‑edge solutions.
• Work‑Life Harmony: While the role is remote, you will be anchored to either Minneapolis or Atlanta for occasional in‑person collaboration, ensuring strong team bonds.
• Recognition: Contributions are celebrated through Delta’s “Unstoppable Together” rewards platform.

Compensation, Perks, & Benefits

Delta offers a market‑competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family.

• Performance‑based salary and profit‑sharing opportunities.
• Generous 401(k) match up to 9% of your contributions.
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision) with low‑cost employee premiums.
• Paid Time Off—including vacation, holidays, parental leave, and personal days.
• Family‑care programs: fertility assistance, surrogacy, adoption support, lactation resources, and backup child‑care.
• Holistic wellbeing initiatives: mental‑health counseling, financial coaching, fitness subsidies, and employee assistance programs.
• Domestic and international flight privileges for you and eligible family members.
• Professional development budgets, tuition reimbursement, and tuition‑free online courses.
• Access to Deltaperks—over 500 discounts on travel, insurance, legal services, and more.

How to Apply – Take the Next Step in Your Career

If you are ready to shape the future of crew‑focused technology at one of the world’s most iconic airlines, we want to hear from you. Even if you don’t meet every single requirement, your passion, mindset, and willingness to learn are what matter most.

Apply today and join a team that is dedicated to keeping the skies safe, efficient, and innovative. Click the link below to submit your resume, cover letter, and any supporting materials.

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