Jobs at Westjet in Canada

Employment Type: Full-time Regular

City: Calgary, AB (YYC)

Posting Open Date: 02/13/2026

Posting Close Date: 02/27/2026 (Please note the posting will close at 11:59pm MST)

Every WestJet journey has the potential to enrich lives; a career with us is no exception.

WestJet arrived on the Canadian airline scene in 1996 and changed the industry for the better. We made air travel more affordable for Canadians and now we're going global.

Please Note: This position requires collaboration at the WestJet Campus (22 Aerial Place NE) a minimum of 4 days per week. Note that work arrangements are subject to change at the discretion of the business.

Join us, this is where your career story takes off.

We have big plans at WestJet. If you care deeply about building amazing experiences, are endlessly curious, skilled at delivering a vision and aren’t afraid to challenge the status quo, we’d love you to help us bring those plans to life. We are looking for an Intermediate Product Owner to join our Mobile Apps team to help build an elevated guest experience. Working alongside the Portfolio Manager and a group of like‑minded product owners, developers, and stakeholders, you’ll help to build and execute a mobile‑first strategy to improve guest experience and increase engagement.

The ideal candidate will have experience delivering successful apps in iOS and Android, a strong understanding of best practices in mobile UX and technology, and expert product management skills. They will also be a champion for digital channel performance, delivery, and passionate about product development. They will have experience driving app acquisition, conversion, loyalty program engagement, and/or personalization across the platform. This individual should exhibit a high standard of excellence, enjoy challenges, be results‑driven, and demonstrate the ability to work in an agile environment.

• High performing and ambitious
• Data driven and UX obsessed
• Social, welcoming, curious, and open
• Leaders who care deeply about your well‑being, development, and success

• Own and prioritize the product backlog, writing clear user stories and delivering features based on business needs that are aligned to product strategy and OKRs.
• Contribute to the strategic vision for the WestJet App. Translate business needs into actionable roadmap initiatives and backlog priorities.
• Lead product initiatives end-to‑end within an Agile Scrum framework, including discovery, user research, story mapping, requirements documentation, delivery, and ongoing optimization.
• Partner closely with Engineering, UX/Design, Research, and cross‑functional stakeholders to gather clear requirements, manage expectations, resolve trade‑offs, and secure alignment on deliverables.
• Define and track success metrics for digital initiatives, championing app performance and driving measurable outcomes.
• Analyze guest pain points, competitive digital channels, and industry trends to identify growth opportunities and inform product enhancements.
• Collaborate across the organization to implement strategies that increase app adoption, engagement, and awareness of mobile capabilities.

• Completed Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree (Technical/ Business/ Science)
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience working in digital or emerging technology
• 3+ years of experience working with a mobile product preferred (Knowledge in accessibility, e‑commerce, travel, profile, or loyalty is an added benefit)
• Experience managing mobile design with a large consumer footprint
• Technical understanding of mobile operating systems (iOS, Android)
• Experience working in and leading cross‑functional teams in an agile environment
• Experience defining scope and managing key deliverables from medium and/or large sized initiatives
• Experience with software development and an appreciation for project management
• Sharp analytical and problem‑solving skills, with a high level of attention to detail
• Experience in conversion optimization testing
• Excellent detailed written, verbal, presentation skills
• Proven experience in backlog grooming, user story development and prioritization
• A working history that shows a commitment to transparency, trust, and collaboration across design, development and stakeholders
• A love for education and learning about best‑in‑class mobile practices, customer experiences, and industry trends
• Knowledge in the following (preferred):
• Mobile user experience
• SCRUM/Agile development
• Adobe Analytics and OKRs
• Project management

• 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 are a fit? Apply now!

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. Following integration with Sunwing in 2025, more than 14,000 WestJetters support nearly 200 aircraft and connect guests to more than 100 destinations across North America, Central America, the Caribbean, Europe and Asia.

As a major Canadian employer that includes WestJet Airlines, Sunwing Vacations Group and WestJet Cargo, the WestJet Group is Canada’s leading low‑cost airline and largest vacation provider, with a united purpose of providing affordable and accessible air and vacation travel to Canadians.

At WestJet, the safety and security of our people and our guests is a core value and at the heart of what we do. As safety and security is a shared responsibility, it is expected that you will use safe work practices to ensure your 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 safety sensitive are required to pass a Pre‑Employment Alcohol and Drug Test as per WestJet's Alcohol and Drug Policy.

We embrace what makes us each unique, and what makes us uniquely WestJet. We welcome diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds, and 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 talent@westjet.com.

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. We encourage you to explore future opportunities with us if this role isn't the right fit at this time.

For more information about everything WestJet, please visit WestJet.com.