FLEX Senior Software Engineer - iOS

Job Description

This is a temporary position.

JOB SUMMARY

Takes day-to-day direction from assigned Product Leader/Owner to lead technical workgroups and/or functions as a technical expert. Operates as a key member of the team/squad to resolve and makes decisions on more complex, non-routine service requests with limited to moderate risk. Performs research, analysis, design, creation and implementation of applications to meet current and future user requirements. Defines and creates the next generation of solutions to drive Marriott value. Monitors multiple projects by Service Provider to successful completion, maintaining scope within the time and budget constraints. Creates solutions that serve our business leveraging current and leading-edge technologies in an innovative and impactful manner.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education and Experience

Required:

8+ years' experience in software development with expert level expertise in multiple programming languages and methodologies

5+ years hands-on experience with iOS native application development languages, frameworks and tools (e.g., Swift, SwiftUI, Objective-C)

Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience/certification

Preferred:

Experience in Agile software methodologies such as Scrum or SAFe

Experience with DevOps tools such as Git, JIRA, Jenkins, Dynatrace

Experience developing apps for large, critical user bases

Excellent knowledge of working with dynamic data using services (e.g., JSON, REST APIs, GQL, etc.)

Experience with Data Modeling, Networking, and Push Notification frameworks

Experience with Apple Watch

Active contributions to OSS projects

Relevant technology certifications

Experience developing apps supporting UI for varying screen sizes (e.g., phones and tablets)

Experience with 3rd Party SDK integrations and other open source libraries

Experience packaging and publishing applications on the App Store

Experience with iOS analytics, crash reporting, testing and other peripheral frameworks

Understanding of latest trends in mobile and web technologies

Demonstrated understanding of mobile industry trends, development products and environments as well as best practices for mobile application design and development

Demonstrated ability to anticipate future software engineering opportunities

Technology leadership experience in a sourced environment

Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical ideas in easy-to-understand business terms

Ability to accomplish results through others, particularly by establishing relationships, effective controls and leading in a managed service environment

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Technical Leadership

Trains and/or mentors other team members, and peers as appropriate

Provides financial input on department or project budgets, capital expenditures or other cost/resource estimates as requested

Identifies opportunities to enhance the service delivery processes.

Delivering Technology

Performs more complex quantitative and qualitative analyses for service delivery processes and projects.

Facilitates achievement of expected deliverables and obligations of Services Providers

Validates completeness of requirements prior to Service Provider solutioning

Ensures all projects follow the defined development and business case processes

Ensures proper coordination with appropriate IT and vendor relations teams

Provides consultation for routine and complex systems development

Ensures early warning to the business stakeholder executives regarding degraded or missed service levels

Coordinates with Operations and Infrastructure teams for deployment and production support activities

IT Governance

Follows all defined IT standards and processes (i.e. IT Governance, SM&G, Architecture, etc.), and provides input for improvements to the appropriate process owners as needed

Maintains a proper balance between business and operational risk

Follows the defined project management standards and processes

Service Provider Management

Validates that Service Providers develop and manage respective aspects of a project plan, including schedules, deliverables, and appropriate metrics.

Makes short term plans for the team to effectively utilize resources

Monitors Service Provider outcomes

Reviews estimates of work effort for client project provided by Service Providers for accuracy

Facilitates timely resolution of service delivery problems and minimizes the impact to clients

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

About Us

All locations offer 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, enrollment, waiting period, contribution, benefit limits, election changes, benefit exclusions, and others. Click here to learn more.

Full-time positions also 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, and paid parental leave.

Washington Applicants Only: Employees will accrue paid sick leave, 0.0384 PTO balance for every hour worked and be eligible to receive minimum of 9 holidays annually.

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.

About the Team

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.