We Put the World on Vacation

At Travel + Leisure Co., our mission is simple: to put the world on vacation. Our Vacation Ownership business line includes Club Wyndham, WorldMark by Wyndham, Margaritaville Vacation Club, Accor Vacation Club and the brand new Sports Illustrated Resorts. Our more than 19,000 associates put the world on vacation at more than 270 vacation club resort locations across the globe. Innovation and growth keep our work interesting and fun. Every day is a chance to learn something new and turn vacation inspiration into exceptional experiences for millions of travelers worldwide.

The Director, Digital Engineering will participate on a range of projects to support the execution of a variety of applications and initiatives. This role requires hands-on technical leaders whose skills combine demonstrated expertise in architecture and secure coding, vendor selection and management, business alignment and partnership, with the ability to drive teams through the application development lifecycle. As a Director, lead technical delivery and support functions for development in our fast-paced, results-driven collaborative culture.

How You'll Shine:

• Direct group in establishing goals and objectives and work plans, setting priorities, coordinating tasks, and reporting on activities and accomplishments.  Responsible for administrative activities - talent acquisition and strategic hires, termination, promotions, performance reviews and coaching including mentoring and career development and succession planning. Direct, motivate, delegate, and empower staff in the successful performance of their tasks and responsibilities, while encouraging innovation and creativity.
• Provide hands on support and development of key technologies to aid the managed team to effectively deliver strategic business objectives.
• Partner and align with business functions and Business Relationship Management team to explore and strategize on delivering application business solutions through technology enablement. Partner with all IT disciplines and governing bodies to develop and deliver priority solutions within project constraints and with expected outcomes.
• Ensure adherence of formal processes, standards, and total quality practices, including and especially, security and compliance are applied and met.
• Create a customer-focused collaborative environment within the organization, Participate in the organization’s Process Excellence best practices in support of improve efficiency and enhance productivity for both operational and strategic project work.

Travel Requirements

• Travel should be less than 15%.  Travel to different business units, offices, resorts and Corporate within the United States may be necessary but should not be extensive. Occasional travel for learning and development many be required.

What You'll Bring:

• College degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Business, or related field preferred
• Must be a results-oriented, problem solver and analytical and visionary thinker
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; comfortable presenting and consulting with all levels
• Proactive and collaborative manner
• Works well in a team environment, but also capable of independent work
• Ability to work well through ambiguity, confidence in making tough calls and leading through adversity with a sharp focus on the right outcomes
• A strong technology background coupled with experience in making the right tradeoffs that balance the short and long
• Demonstrated ability to deliver high quality software products to market that deliver business results
• Able to manage and prioritize multiple projects in a fast paced highly stressful environment
• Ability to facilitate the completion of work by individuals inside and outside the IT organization.
• Outstanding verbal and written communications skills.  Ability to work and effectively communicate with senior executive management, peers, and outside vendors is important.
• Proficiency in one or more key technologies including Smalltalk, .NET, Java, Rails, Javascript, NodeJS, as well as emerging technology trends including Cloud, SaaS, service-oriented architectures, RESTful Web Services, Artificial Intelligence, Bash, Docker, Amazon suite of services include ECS
• Understanding and fluency in network operations including Domain Name Services, Content Delivery Services, Linux, Bash Scripts, Cloudflare, Akamai, Amazon AWS
• Strong experience and knowledge in SOA and building a strong SOA architecture
• Knowledge of designing and programming relational databases
• Knowledge and experience with Generative Artificial Intelligence products and technologies
• Solid understanding and extensive experience with multiple development methodologies and which are best to utilize in various software dev scenarios – Agile, RUP, XP, Waterfall et al
• Strong background in application architecture, software development, systems implementations and vendor management
• Experience with Responsive Website Design and using the “Mobile First” philosophy/methodology to create optimized versions of web applications and campaigns
• A working knowledge of secure Application Development best practices (OWASP) and Data Privacy compliance practices
• Minimum 10 years of experience as a developer in web and mobile technologies with at least 3 of those years managing and building a development team
• 5+ years of experience working with CTO, CIO and other C-Level executives, identifying their requirements and working with them to provide solutions that enable the business
• 3+ years of experience managing or leading highly technical software development teams, both onshore and offshore and vendor management

Unless there is a legal requirement, experience will be accepted for the education requirement.

How You'll Be Rewarded:

We offer a diverse range of comprehensive health and welfare benefits to associates who work 30 or more hours per week to meet your needs and support you throughout your career with us. Travel + Leisure Co. benefits include:

Note: Temporary and/or seasonal associates are ineligible for Paid Time Off.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life and accident coverage
• Disability
• Depending on position, paid time off, parental leave and holidays (speak to your recruiter for additional information)
• Wish day paid time to volunteer at an approved organization of your choice
• 401k with employer match (subject to eligibility requirements, including tenure - speak to your recruiter for additional information)
• Legal and identify theft plan
• Voluntary income protection benefits
• Wellness program (subject to provider availability)
• Employee Assistance Program

Where Memories Start with You

Hospitality is at the heart of all we do at Travel + Leisure Co. Here, you’ll find an inclusive environment where we deliver excellence and take time to have fun, celebrate together, and support one another. We're always looking ahead to what’s next and how we can strengthen our business, its neighboring communities, and the customer experience. Join our global team and build a career where memories start with you.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applications will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to MyCareer@travelandleisure.com, including the title and location of the position for which you are applying.