This role is based at one of our corporate offices in McLean, VA, Dallas, TX or Memphis, TN
This is your chance to be a part of an in-house Technology team that's creating consumer-facing, cutting-edge technologies revolutionizing the hospitality industry around the world! As a Senior Manager Data Architecture, you will bring your technical skills to a hospitality company with an award-winning culture. On the Enterprise Architecture & Data Operations team reporting to the Director Data Architecture, you will support projects including new business initiatives by shaping high-level requirements and delivering data design and technical solutions.
What you'll do during a typical day:
- Gather and refine business requirements, translating needs into clear, actionable data architecture inputs.
- Ensure alignment with enterprise data architecture standards, patterns, and best practices, recommending improvements as needed.
- Assess impacts to existing data systems, pipelines, and reporting, identifying risks and dependencies across the data landscape.
- Define data needs and design scalable, high-level architecture solutions while simplifying legacy environments to support modernization.
- Guide the architectural direction of AI/ML-driven data solutions (e.g., RAG pipelines, vector and graph databases, knowledge platforms), ensuring they align with enterprise data standards and scale across the data landscape.
How you'll collaborate with others:
- Develop and manage project plans that balance business priorities, resource constraints, and delivery timelines.
- Partner with data leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to share insights, align on solutions, and drive informed decision-making.
Deliverables you'll take ownership of:
- Monitor project progress through implementation, identifying risks and proactively communicating status and mitigation plans to program leadership.
You have these minimum qualifications:
- Seven (7) years of professional work experience in Technology or related field
- Five (5) years of specialized experience in data engineering, analytics, or architecture
- Five (5) years of experience managing teams or projects
- Knowledge of and experience with Cloud, hybrid environments, and data platforms
- This is a hybrid role and would require to be near one of our three US office locations (McLean, Dallas, Memphis)
- Travel up to 10% as needed
It would be useful if you have:
- 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
- Ten (10) + years of professional work experience in Technology or related field
- Experience with AWS (Amazon Web Services)
- Travel/hospitality industry experience
How We'll Help You Thrive
At Hilton, the hospitality we're known for doesn't end with our guests. We proudly invest in our Team Members' wellbeing, supporting you through all of life's moments. When you join Hilton, our exceptional care extends to you with unmatched perks and benefits, including*:
- Incredible travel perks – Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40/night at our world-class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program
- Own a piece of Hilton – Through our employee stock purchase program (ESPP), you can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount to help build your financial future
- Paid parental leave – Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
- Personalized caregiving support – Access dedicated caregiving concierge services to help navigate caregiving for yourself and your loved ones
- Crisis concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care
- Mental health resources – Your wellbeing comes first. Eligible Team Members can access free counseling and support through our best-in-class Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Generous paid time off (PTO) – Recharge, relax, and take time for what matters most
- Health & welfare benefits – From checkups to dental cleanings to new glasses, we offer a variety of health plans that keep you and your family covered
- Financial security for your future – Our retirement plans make it easier to save for what's next
*Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member's location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan.
Hilton offers its eligible team members a comprehensive benefits package to support their mental and physical well-being, so they can Thrive personally and professionally. The pay range for this role is $120,000 – $175,000 and is determined based on applicable and specialized experience and location. Subject to plan terms and conditions, you will be eligible to participate in the Hilton Annual Incentive (Bonus) Plan, consistent with other team members at the same level and/or position within the Company.
About UsSkills Required
- Seven years of professional work experience in technology or a related field
- Five years of specialized experience in data engineering, analytics, or data architecture
- Five years of experience managing teams or projects
- Knowledge and experience with cloud, hybrid environments, and data platforms
- Ability to work in a hybrid arrangement near McLean, Dallas, or Memphis
- Bachelor's degree, or Associate's degree plus six or more years of technology experience, or High School diploma/GED plus twelve or more years of technology experience
- Ten or more years of professional work experience in technology or a related field
- Experience with AWS
- Travel or hospitality industry experience
Hilton Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Go Hilton provides heavily discounted hotel stays for team members and extends access to family and friends, with up to 110 discounted nights and rates as low as $40 in some cases. Additional wellbeing resources include an Employee Assistance Program, mental-health support, caregiving resources, and programs like Thrive and sabbaticals.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) is offered with a company match of 100% on the first 3% of eligible pay plus 50% on the next 2%. This structure provides meaningful employer support for long‑term savings.
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Parental & Family Support — New parents receive 4 weeks of fully paid parental leave, with birthing parents receiving an additional 8 weeks for a total of 12 weeks. Support extends to adoption assistance up to $10,000 per eligible child and resources for caregiving.
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Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 22 world-class brands comprising nearly 7,300 properties and more than 1.1 million rooms, in 123 countries and territories. Dedicated to fulfilling its founding vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, Hilton has welcomed more than 3 billion guests in its more than 100-year history, earned a top spot on Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For list and been recognized as a global leader on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices for six consecutive years. Hilton has introduced several industry-leading technology enhancements to improve the guest experience, including Digital Key Share, automated complimentary room upgrades and the ability to book confirmed connecting rooms. Through the award-winning guest loyalty program Hilton Honors, the more than 165 million members who book directly with Hilton can earn Points for hotel stays and experiences money can't buy. With the free Hilton Honors app, guests can book their stay, select their room, check in, unlock their door with a Digital Key and check out, all from their smartphone. Visit stories.hilton.com for more information, and connect with Hilton on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.
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