Job Opportunity At Marriott International 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: 6+ years' experience in software development with expert level expertise in multiple programming languages and methodologies. 5+ years hands-on experience with Android native application development languages, frameworks and tools (e.g., Kotlin, Java) Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience/certification Preferred: Experience developing apps for large, critical user bases Proficient understanding of Android Architecture components (Jetpack Compose, Data Binding, etc) Strong architectural mindset and experience working with MVVM/MVI design patterns Expertise in multithreading techniques and hands on experience with Coroutines or RxJava. Solid understanding of caching mechanisms, data management and storage solutions (Room, SQLite, etc.) Excellent knowledge of working with dynamic data using services (e.g., JSON, REST APIs, GQL, etc.) Experience with unit testing and Android testing frameworks such as Espresso Experience with Data Modeling, Networking, and Push Notification frameworks Experience with Android Wear technologies Experience in Agile software methodologies such as Scrum or SAFe Experience with DevOps tools such as Git, JIRA, Jenkins, Dynatrace Active contributions to OSS projects Relevant technology certifications Experience with 3rd Party SDK integrations such as Google Maps and other open source libraries Experience packaging and publishing applications on Google Play Experience with Android 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 Management Competencies Leadership: Communication Leading Through Vision and Values Managing Change Problem Solving and Decision Making Professional Demeanor Strategy Development Managing Execution: Building a Successful Team Strategy Execution Driving for Results Building Relationships: Customer Relationships Global Mindset Strategic Partnerships Generating Talent and Organizational Capability: Developing Others Organizational Capability Learning and Applying Professional Expertise: Continuous Learning Technical Acumen Technical Intelligence Development Methodologies Information Security Business Acumen Basic Competencies Basic Computer Skills Mathematical Reasoning Oral Comprehension Reading Comprehension Writing The salary range for this position is $98,400 to $174,900 annually. In addition to the annual salary, the position will be eligible to receive an annual bonus. Washington Applicants Only: Employees will accrue 0.04616 PTO balance for every hour worked and eligible to receive minimum of 7 holidays annually. All locations 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, paid parental leave, educational assistance, 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. 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. The application deadline for this position is 28 days after the date of this posting, July 25, 2025. Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law. 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.