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JOB DESCRIPTION
From smartphone capabilities like Digital Key to connected rooms that allow
for integrated entertainment| temperature and lighting controls| Hilton|s
Global Technology team is building the hospitality experience of the future –
for our guests| owners and Team Members. Through innovative technology
development and deployment| this team ensures Hilton has the technology needed
to support our continued global growth while remaining at the forefront of
hospitality technology innovation.
What will I be doing?
The Associate Software Engineer will work as part of a team to develop and
deliver digital assets for Hilton websites and services. Expected to work
within an agile framework| and collaborate with the creative team| technical
team| and product leads on targeted features and functions required for th
project| allowing Hilton to maintain its position as a leader in hospitality.
More specifically| you will:
Develop and deliver front-end assets for Hilton|s websites| including the following tasks: component development| writing unit tests| bug fixes| keeping compliance with web accessibility standards| contributing to state management of the web application| and other supportive functions within the technical stack as needed.
Establish partnerships within the IT organization to ensure cross-functional alignment| and to ensure deep understanding of a feature request.
Help fill gaps throughout the development lifecycle to ensure Hilton teams meets delivery expectations.
Follow the defined agile methodology delivering industry-leading web solutions with premier quality and performance.
Research| share| and implement new technologies to evolve the front-end stack and increase site performance.
Follow the guidelines of team leads and platform foundation team while learning about the various technologies used in the tech stack and front-end ecosystem| and seeking a working understanding of any unfamiliar methods| libraries| and practices used in the code.
Keep up with developments and contacts in the industry by reading relevant websites/blogs/documentation| watching training materials| and attending local meetups/conferences as appropriate.
Accept and demonstrate the core principles of front-end development practices and ensure these principles are followed throughout the team.
What are we looking for?
The success in this role will demonstrate itself through the following
attributes and skills:
Excellent written and verbal social skills with an emphasis on executive engagement
Ability to work in a dynamic environment with focus and precision
Ability to navigate through changing business| process and capabilities| decisions and direction
Ability to be flexible| respond quickly and positively to changing requirements including the performance of any tasks requested of you and the ability to remain calm in difficult situations
Leaders who are comfortable with mentorship| providing performance feedback to reports| and communicating results and areas for improvement all while leading by example
Communicators like you who will positively influence Hilton teams and who will communicate effectively at all levels
Collaborative and interpersonal individuals| who build relationships through teamwork| exhibit tact and earn trust
Problem solvers who are flexible and creative in finding solutions for hard problems| exhibiting your fine attention for detail
To fulfill this role successfully| you must possess the following minimum
qualifications and experience:
Two (2) years of professional experience in technology or a related field
Exposure to HTML| CSS| and JavaScript fundamentals
Understanding of React fundamentals
Understanding of Git versioning
15% travel as required
It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following
capabilities and distinctions:
BA/BS Bachelor|s Degree| or Associate|s Degree plus a minimum of six (6) years of Technology related experience| or High School Degree/GED plus a minimum of twelve (12) years of Technology related experience
Five (5) years of professional experience in technology or a related field
Two (2) years of experience in software engineering/website development
One (1) year experience with JavaScript
One (1) year experience working with React
Showcase a project portfolio (Github| personal website| Codepen)
Working knowledge of Git
What will it be like to work for Hilton?
Hilton is the leading global hospitality company| spanning the lodging sector
from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and
mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century| Hilton has offered business and
leisure travelers the finest in accommodations| service| amenities and value.
Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest
experiences across its global brands. Our vision to fill the earth with the
light and warmth of hospitality unites us as a team to create remarkable
hospitality experiences around the world every day. And| our amazing Team
Members are at the heart of it all!