Technical Lead, Application Delivery & Strategy New Ventures

Orlando, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

JOB SUMMARY:

If you have opened a new hotel park or small venue and have core technology skillsets then this may be a great role for you. Our New Ventures technology team is seeking a talented technical Lead for Application Delivery & Strategy that is responsible for overseeing the development implementation and management of technology systems within a hospitality/parks venue to support our New Ventures line of business. This role combines a deep understanding and hands on experience with both software and hardware solutions that streamline operations enhance customer experience and drive business efficiencies. The leader will be responsible for supporting the strategic planning core development and execution of the technology framework in a hospitality environment. This includes managing property management systems (PMS) configurations customer reservation system (CRS) point-of-sale (POS) systems networking infrastructure and guest-facing technologies. The role requires a blend of someone that has had hands-on technical experience with field deployment and leadership capabilities managing across others to ensure the seamless operation and integration of all technological systems in line with the companys goals.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Hardware and Software Management: Oversee the deployment configuration and maintenance of hospitality software systems such as PMS POS CRM booking platforms and revenue management systems during and post project implementation. Lead efforts to integrate various systems (e.g. PMS with POS or CRM) to improve data flow guest experience and operational efficiencies. Works with Networking partners to ensure that all hardware systems (servers networks security systems IoT devices etc.) are functioning optimally and are integrated with software solutions.
Leadership: Liaise with third-party technology vendors for software licenses hardware purchases service agreements and issue resolution. Assist with vendor selection and management including technical oversight of drafting SOWs RFPs vendor evaluation budgeting monitoring work progress from inception to implementation. Lead and mentor a team of IT professionals including system administrators developers and support staff. Develop and maintain a positive relationship with client groups project management and other team members by employing effective communication skills and building strong working relationships.
Guest-Facing Technologies: Implement and manage guest-facing technologies such as mobile check-in digital keys smart room controls Wi-Fi services and loyalty apps. Provide high-level troubleshooting and support for system issues including after-hours on-call support when necessary.
Cybersecurity: Works with Architecture Information Security Legal and other partners within the UDX umbrella to ensure robust cybersecurity measures are in place to protect sensitive guest and business data PII PCI and compliance with GDPR or other relevant data protection regulations.
Technology Strategy Development: can create and implement a comprehensive technology roadmap to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction with Architecture and other technology/business partners.
Understands and actively participates in Environmental Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy procedures training and team member involvement activities.
Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

Bachelors degree in Computer Science or Technology is required;
or equivalent combination of education and experience.

EXPERIENCE:

7 years experience in Technology management within the hospitality industry and with multi-region deployment including construction of new hotel or venue.
Experience with POS/ERP systems like: Oracle Symphony SAP Commerce SAP ERPLite (basic) or SAP Customer Checkout.
Experience in Hotel Information Systems i.e. CRS (Central Reservation Systems) Property Management Systems Facilities Management System Parking.
Experience with software and hardware management plus deployment of Point-of-Sale Systems for Merchandise/Food & Beverage.
Prior experience leading software and hardware application delivery teams & 3rd party vendor projects strategic planning and resource management and implementation and delivery of large-scale applications.
Proven successful experience in technical staffing selection and management for a wide range of IT solutions.
Strong understanding of networking servers and hardware technologies.
Experience with cloud services SaaS applications and cybersecurity best practices.

Your talent skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.

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JOB SUMMARY:If you have opened a new hotel park or small venue and have core technology skillsets then this may be a great role for you. Our New Ventures technology team is seeking a talented technical Lead for Application Delivery & Strategy that is responsible for overseeing the development implem...