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SR. MANAGER - IT APPLICATIONS DEVELOPMENT

On Cruise Carnival Cruises Estimated salary: $130,000-$175,000 per year, plus potential bonus and benefits
Role summary

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The Senior Manager, IT Applications Development leads teams responsible for designing, developing, integrating, testing, and supporting enterprise applications across Carnival Corporation. Requirements typically include a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field, substantial software development experience, and several years of management or technical leadership experience. Strong knowledge of application architecture, Agile delivery, cloud technologies, databases, APIs, cybersecurity, vendor management, and project planning is expected. The successful candidate should communicate clearly with technical and business stakeholders, manage budgets and priorities, develop talent, and deliver reliable solutions that support cruise operations and corporate functions.

About the employer

Carnival Corporation & plc is one of the world's largest leisure travel and cruise companies. Its portfolio includes well-known brands such as Carnival Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, Holland America Line, Seabourn, Cunard, Costa Cruises, AIDA Cruises, P&O Cruises, and P&O Cruises Australia. The company operates a large fleet visiting destinations throughout the Caribbean, Alaska, Europe, Asia, Australia, and other regions. Carnival employs people in onboard, port, shoreside, technology, hospitality, marine, and corporate positions. Its Miami-area offices support global operations, digital products, guest services, commercial activities, and shipboard systems. Employees generally work in a multinational environment where safety, guest experience, operational reliability, innovation, and teamwork are important. Benefits and working arrangements vary by brand, position, and location, with shoreside roles commonly offering professional development, health coverage, retirement programs, and travel-related benefits.

Working in On Cruise

For a cruise-based career, common opportunities include guest services, food and beverage, housekeeping, entertainment, marine operations, retail, youth programs, technical support, and shipboard IT. Life onboard is multicultural and highly social, but demanding: contracts can last several months, workweeks are intensive, and accommodation is usually shared. Crew members typically receive meals, lodging, medical support, and access to designated recreation areas. Visas depend on nationality, itinerary, and role. Many crew need a passport, medical clearance, background checks, and a seafarer's document; U.S. port calls may require a C-1/D visa. Shoreside roles in Miami require appropriate U.S. work authorization and are not automatically covered by crew visas. Carnival normally provides role-specific relocation guidance, but candidates should confirm transportation, accommodation, taxes, and immigration requirements before accepting an offer. Port destinations offer beaches, local food, music, markets, and water activities during permitted time off.

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