Senior Director - IT Application Development

Job Number 24128464Job Category Information TechnologyLocation Marriott International HQ, 7750 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, Maryland, United StatesSchedule Full-TimeLocated Remotely? YRelocation? NPosition Type ManagementJob SummaryDUTIES:

Promotes project quality and manages multiple application development teams for customer facing web and mobile applications (including Marriott.com and Marriott Mobile) to promote client satisfaction with all technology teams and business partners by following standard application development tools and processes.

Manages continuous improvement program to improve quality, consistency, and client satisfaction.

Provides thought and application leadership for mobile and web applications and their integration into other platforms to support customer experiences.

Collaborates with cross functional teams and provides direct oversight of applications supporting business goals.

Works with direct reports to facilitate consistency of service delivery across client groups.

Facilitates compliance with the standard set of application development tools and processes that will drive consistency and predictability throughout the SDLC.

Drives adoption of CMMi or similar metrics to demonstrate continuous improvement and alignment with the industry.

Demonstrates continuous improvement through metrics of quality consistency and client satisfaction.

Works with application development service providers, IT teams, and business partners to implement continuous improvement activities.

Responds to issues identified in project surveys or other feedback processes, to continually improve client satisfaction.

Other duties as assigned.

Position eligible for full-time telecommuting, may be performed from anywhere within the U.S.

Up to 10% travel required.

REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Applications or related field followed by 10 years of progressively responsible application development leadership experience OR Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Applications or related field and 8 years of application development leadership experience.Qualified candidate must also possess:

8 years experience leading technology teams in creating and supporting enterprise-scale public websites and/or customer-facing mobile applications;

7 years of technical experience within Digital architecture development, integration of backend systems and development;

4 years of experience with Digital Customer Experience platforms (Adobe AEM and Marketing Cloud, Analytics, Launch, Target);

3 years of experience managing cross functional, sourced, or matrixed teams;

5 years of experience with architectural frameworks and the various approaches to the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC);

2 years of experience managing complex budgets in excess of $5+M direct and indirect costs;

2 years of experience managing multiple Omni-Channel development efforts integrating with multiple back-end systems;

2 years of Experience with Automation, CI/CD, Release Management processes and Application Deployments to Adobe Cloud; and,

2 years of experience working in a Product-based model and building strong partnerships with Product owners by providing innovative technology solutions to complex business problems.

Any combination of education evaluated by a reputable credentials evaluation service to be the academic equivalent of an US degree will be accepted. Knowledge may be demonstrated through education, training and/or experiencePosition eligible for full-time telecommuting, may be performed from anywhere within the U.S. This position requires up to 10% domestic travel.LOCATION: 7750 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, MD – 20814SALARY: $167,810 - $281,923/yearCalifornia Applicants Only: The salary range for this position is $167,810 to $281,923 annually.Colorado Applicants Only : The salary range for this position is $167,810 to $256,293 annually.Hawaii Applicants Only: The salary range for this position is $167,810 to $281,923 annually.New York Applicants Only: The salary range for this position is $167,810 to $281,923 annually.Washington, D.C. Applicants Only: The salary range for this position is $167,810 to $256,293 annually.Washington Applicants Only: The salary range for this position is $167,810 to $281,923 annually. In addition to the annual salary, the position will be eligible to receive an annual bonus and restricted stock units/stock grants. Employees will accrue 0.04616 PTO balance for every hour worked and eligible to receive minimum of 7 holidays annually.All locations offer coverage for medical, dental, vision, health care flexible spending account, dependent care flexible spending account, life insurance, disability insurance, accident insurance, adoption expense reimbursements, paid parental leave, educational assistance, 401(k) plan, stock purchase plan, discounts at Marriott properties, commuter benefits, employee assistance plan, and childcare discounts. Benefits are subject to terms and conditions, which may include rules regarding eligibility, enrolment, waiting period, contribution, benefit limits, election changes, benefit exclusions, and others.Marriott HQ is committed to a hybrid work environment that enables associates to Be connected. Headquarters-based positions are considered hybrid, for candidates within a commuting distance to Bethesda, MD; candidates outside of commuting distance to Bethesda, MD will be considered for Remote positions.The application deadline for this position is 28 days after the date of this posting, July 26, 2024.Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.Marriott International is the world’s largest hotel company, with more brands, more hotels and more opportunities for associates to grow and succeed. Be where you can do your best work,​ begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global​ team, and become the best version of you.