Senior Manager Data Architecture

Hilton; McLean (VA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incredible travel perks

Employee stock purchase program

Paid parental leave

Personalized caregiving support

Crisis concierge

Mental health resources

Generous PTO

Health & welfare benefits

Retirement plans

Job summary

Hilton is seeking a Senior Manager Data Architecture to lead data design and AI/ML data solutions within the Enterprise Architecture & Data Operations team. You will translate business needs into scalable data architectures and collaborate with data leadership to guide modernization efforts.

The role requires seven years in technology, five years in data engineering/architecture, and five years of leadership experience.

Qualifications

• Seven years of professional work experience in Technology or related field.
• Five years of specialized experience in data engineering, analytics, or architecture.
• Five years of experience managing teams or projects.
• Knowledge of and experience with Cloud, hybrid environments, and data platforms.
• Hybrid role requiring proximity to McLean, Dallas, or Memphis offices.
• Travel up to 10% as needed.

Responsibilities

• Gather and refine business requirements and translate into data architecture inputs.
• Ensure alignment with enterprise data standards and best practices.
• Assess impacts to data systems, pipelines and reporting; identify risks and dependencies.
• Design scalable data architectures and support modernization efforts.
• Guide AI/ML data solutions (RAG pipelines, vector/graph databases) to scale enterprise-wide.

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

AWS

Job description

Job Identification: 214464

Job Category: Technology

Job Schedule: Full time

Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, including disability/vets

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

This role is based at one of our corporate offices in McLean, VA, Dallas, TX or Memphis, TN

This is your chance to be a part of an in-house Technology team that's creating consumer-facing, cutting-edge technologies revolutionizing the hospitality industry around the world! As a Senior Manager Data Architecture, you will bring your technical skills to a hospitality company with an award-winning culture. On the Enterprise Architecture & Data Operations team reporting to the Director Data Architecture, you will support projects including new business initiatives by shaping high-level requirements and delivering data design and technical solutions.

What you'll do during a typical day:

• Gather and refine business requirements, translating needs into clear, actionable data architecture inputs.

• Ensure alignment with enterprise data architecture standards, patterns, and best practices, recommending improvements as needed.

• Assess impacts to existing data systems, pipelines, and reporting, identifying risks and dependencies across the data landscape.

• Define data needs and design scalable, high-level architecture solutions while simplifying legacy environments to support modernization.

• Guide the architectural direction of AI/ML-driven data solutions (e.g., RAG pipelines, vector and graph databases, knowledge platforms), ensuring they align with enterprise data standards and scale across the data landscape.

How you'll collaborate with others:

• Develop and manage project plans that balance business priorities, resource constraints, and delivery timelines.

• Partner with data leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to share insights, align on solutions, and drive informed decision-making.

Deliverables you'll take ownership of:

• Monitor project progress through implementation, identifying risks and proactively communicating status and mitigation plans to program leadership.

What It Takes to Make the Stay

You have these minimum qualifications:

• Seven (7) years of professional work experience in Technology or related field

• Five (5) years of specialized experience in data engineering, analytics, or architecture

• Five (5) years of experience managing teams or projects

• Knowledge of and experience with Cloud, hybrid environments, and data platforms

• This is a hybrid role and would require to be near one of our three US office locations (McLean, Dallas, Memphis)

• Travel up to 10% as needed

It would be useful if you have:

• Bachelor's Degree, or Associate's Degree plus 6+ years of Technology related experience, or High School Degree/GED plus 12+ years of Technology related experience

• Ten (10)+ years of professional work experience in Technology or related field

• Experience with AWS (Amazon Web Services)

• Travel/hospitality industry experience

How We'll Help You Thrive

At Hilton, the hospitality we're known for doesn't end with our guests. We proudly invest in our Team Members' wellbeing, supporting you through all of life's moments. When you join Hilton, our exceptional care extends to you with unmatched perks and benefits, including*:

• Incredible travel perks – Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40/night at our world-class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program

• Own a piece of Hilton – Through our employee stock purchase program (ESPP), you can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount to help build your financial future

• Paid parental leave – Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents

• Personalized caregiving support – Access dedicated caregiving concierge services to help navigate caregiving for yourself and your loved ones

• Crisis concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care

• Mental health resources – Your wellbeing comes first. Eligible Team Members can access free counseling and support through our best-in-class Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Generous paid time off (PTO) – Recharge, relax, and take time for what matters most

• Health & welfare benefits – From checkups to dental cleanings to new glasses, we offer a variety of health plans that keep you and your family covered

• Financial security for your future – Our retirement plans make it easier to save for what's next

*Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member's location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan.

Hilton offers its eligible team members a comprehensive benefits (https://jobs.hilton.com/benefits) package to support their mental and physical well-being, so they can Thrive personally and professionally. The pay range for this role is $120,000 – $175,000 and is determined based on applicable and specialized experience and location. Subject to plan terms and conditions, you will be eligible to participate in the Hilton Annual Incentive (Bonus) Plan, consistent with other team members at the same level and/or position within the Company.

Join an Award-Winning Workplace Culture

At Hilton, we don’t just deliver exceptional experiences for our guests—we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, we’ve welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.

Our award-winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the World’s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world-class brands (https://www.hilton.com/en/brands/) , and a company-wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, we’re setting new standards for the future of travel.

Whether you’re starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the career—and help us make every stay a little more magical.

Curious about life at Hilton? Explore our Careers Blog (https://jobs.hilton.com/blogs) to see why we’re more than a great place to stay—we’re a great place to work.