Senior Engineer

Hiring process
• Interested candidates apply for this position through website.
• Shortlisted candidates undergo the following steps:
• Group interview
• Drug test
• Phone call/screening
• Background check
• On-site interview
• Behavioural interview - determine whether candidates have those key attributes
• Career motivation interview - to determine if the candidate really understands the job he or she is applying
for and if it is aligned with his or her career goals
• Interview length – more than a month
Training and Development
• The Manager-in-Training Programs offer intensive Leadership development to prepare Leaders for the next level
• Opportunities for professional development, continuing education, and skills training. Full-time Employees may
be eligible for up to a $5,000 reimbursement annually for certain graduate degrees and up to $2,500
reimbursement annually for certain undergraduate degrees and certifications
• Days in the field - allow employees to spend time in a department of interest and get an idea for which direction
they would like to steer their Southwest career path
• Intranet, SWALife, employees can learn about what’s going on at Southwest and in their department, create and
update a profile, leave comments on blog posts, connect with their Cohearts, and through our new collaboration
tool, Connections
• EDLP - 18-month job rotational program consisting of on-the-job training, with an emphasis in Leadership
Development
• Every employee who is selected for the leadership program has to go through a week of training on Southwest’s
values and cultureEvery employee who is selected for the leadership program has to go through a week of
training on Southwest’s values and culture
Performance Measurement System
• Annual performance appraisals and 360-degree reviews
• Tested on not just on results but on how they get results BUT rated for their warrior spirit, servant’s heart and
fun-loving attitude
• Southwest Airlines Gratitude (SWAG) points - Employees can send recognition to each other with internal thank
you notes we call a “Kick Tail,” they can receive recognition from local Leadership all the way up to our CEO, and
we even invite Customers to give a Kick Tail to our Employees on the ground or in the air. Our Employees can
earn SWAG points through some of our recognition and incentive programs and turn them into further rewards
like Guest Passes for friends and Family, Rapid Rewards® points, merchandise, gift cards, or event tickets
Compensation System

Medical
• Medical coverage
• Vision coverage
• Dental coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Long term and short term disability
• Basic Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
• Other benefits - adoption assistance reimbursement, paid adoption leave, child and elder care resource and
referral program, Committed Partner benefits, a concierge program, supplemental hospital insurance, pet
insurance, auto and home insurance, and long-term care insurance
Compensation System

Financial
• 401(k) Plan - Retirement Plan. Southwest will match Employee contributions dollar-for-dollar up to 9.3 percent
of their eligible earnings
• ProfitSharing - have ranged from one percent to nearly 16 percent over the past 10 years
• Employee stock purchase plan - Employees can purchase Southwest common stock at a 10 percent discount
through payroll deductions after six months of continuous service
Compensation System

Wellness
• Wellness rewards - Employees and their Spouses can earn up to $500 by taking specific steps to be more
engaged in their health and well-being
• Clear Skies-Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free counselling resources
• Time off - for personal use, vacation, or for care of themselves or a loved one. The amount of time off varies
depending on your workgroup and years of service
• Travel privileges - free unlimited travel privileges for themselves and eligible dependents on Southwest Airlines,
pass agreements with other airlines and discounts with rental car companies, hotels, theme parks, etc.
Propose relevant changes

Group interview
Might miss out on candidates with the right skill sets and attitude but who is introverted (which might not
necessarily be a minus point for this role)

(Suggestion)
Scenario based written test
Will help company understand important insights about the candidate and also ensure that only candidates apply
who are serious about the job and sufficiently knowledgeable