Lead Platform Architect, Distribution Technology
What are we looking for?
We believe the success in this role will demonstrate itself through the following attributes and skills:
- Dedicated, ambitious individual with good time management and attention to detail
- Self-starters, who take initiative in implementing goals, using analytical skills, and possessing adaptability to change
- Strong personality and leadership skills to implement architecture principles and set teams up for success
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment with focus and precision
- Ability to articulate/explain correct API usage (per Hilton standards) to third-party clients, businesses, and non-technical partners
- Work independently without significant oversite to follow requirements and develop solutions
- Collaborate with others and act objectively in order to optimally solve problems and stay on track towards accomplishing organizational goals
- Balance multiple assignments and priorities
- Eagerness to learn new technologies and expand skills
- Communicate optimally both verbally and in writing across all levels of the organization
To fulfill this role successfully, the candidate should demonstrate the following minimum qualifications:
- Seven (7) years of professional experience in Technology
- Five (5) years of experience with technical customer service, APIs, build and/ or production support
- Experience with REST APIs, and JSON & XML formats
- Open to travel up to 10% of the time
It would be useful in this position for the candidate to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:
- Bachelor’s Degree, or Associate’s Degree plus 6+ years of Technology related experience, or High School Degree/GED plus 12+ years of Technology related experience
- Experience working with virtual distributed teams
- Previous hospitality experience including Global Distribution Systems and/or Online Travel Agencies
What is it like working for Hilton?
The future of hospitality is bright at Hilton: a leading global hospitality company with a diverse portfolio of world-class brands. Dedicated to filling the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, we have welcomed more than 3 billion guests in our more than 100-year history. Hilton is proud to have an award-winning workplace culture, and we are consistently named among one of the World’s Best Workplaces.
We support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members, so they can Thrive, thanks to innovative programs and benefits such as workplace flexibility, career growth and development, and our Go Hilton travel discount program. Hilton prioritizes understanding and integrating our Team Members’ unique perspectives and voices—along with those of our Guests, Owners, Suppliers, and Partners—to cultivate a diverse and inclusive environment for all. Check out the Hilton Careers blog and Instagram to learn more about what it’s like to be on Team Hilton!
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We will ensure that qualified individuals with protected disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions of their role, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Hilton offers its eligible team members a comprehensive benefits package including medical and prescription drug coverage, dental coverage, vision coverage, life insurance, short-and long-term disability insurance, a 401(k) savings plan, paid time off, and our travel discount. The salary for this role varies by applicable and specialized experience and location (Colorado & New York City applicants: Please click here for additional information). Subject to plan terms and conditions, you will be eligible to participate in the Development Bonus Plan consistent with other team members at the same level and/or position within the Company. #LI-REMOTE
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