Senior Director Data Science and Machine Learning - Marriott Int

Senior Director Data Science and Machine Learning - Marriott Int

Here s To Your Journey with Marriott International is the world s largest hotel company with more brands more hotels and more opportunities for associates to grow and succeed. We believe a great career is a journey of discovery and exploration. So we ask where will your journey take you The Marriott International HQ located at 10400 Fernwood Road Bethesda MD 20817 is currently hiring a Senior Director Data Science & Machine Learning. Responsibilities include Are you passionate about the power of big data to drive customer value Do you enjoy maneuvering complex data sets to build elegant machine learning models Do you go beyond building models to ensure they are actionable Are you continuously learning about all the developments in the world of AI Do you list Python or R as one of the languages you speak Marriott the world s largest hotel company is seeking someone like you to help enhance machine learning capabilities to drive customer engagement and value. This role entails transforming data science practice end to end partnering closely with the business and technology teams. We are looking for a leader with strong team management experience ability to translate business to technical needs structured yet creative thinking and expertise in cross-functional collaboration hands-on machine learning model development and operationalization. This role is part of a highly visible team that is tasked with growth acceleration and reinventing customer experience for Marriott What you will do Build out team capabilities develop DS process outline technology requirements and develop data science roadmap Enhance capabilities needed to serve our global customers at scale in a data-driven personal and relevant way Understand the biggest areas of opportunity for the application of DS and ML develop engines and services value propositions positioning and messaging that are differentiated clear defensible and impactful to the Marriott business across channels Hire and train talent to develop data science products in house end to end Create and facilitate agile DS process to enable efficient DS lifecycle in partnership with technology and data org Lead enterprise efforts to bring in new DS technologies frameworks and methodologies to scale data science models through distributed computing Evolve applications of advanced analytics machine learning tools data sources talent and partners by incessantly bringing external best practices and trends Evangelize adoption of advanced analytics and pervasive data-driven thinking in Marriott culture Work effectively with stakeholders to understand ambiguous business problems assess data needs develop maintain best suited models and help strategize deploying them in production What we are looking for PhD or equivalent experience in Computer science Applied Mathematics Engineering Statistics Operations Research or related quantitative fields 7 years of hands on experience in machine learning (supervised unsupervised and ensemble methods) natural language processing computer vision deep learning experience is a bonus Proven track record of developing scaling and implementing these models in customer facing environments Strong programming skills R Python Java etc along with stellar visualization and persuasive story telling Experience with big data and cluster computing environments Tools knowledge you need SQL R Python Hive Spark Tableau R Shiny D3 Git Jira CORE WORK Delivering on the Needs of Key Stakeholders Understands and meets the needs of key stakeholders. Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize organize and accomplish work. Determines priorities schedules plans and necessary resources to ensure completion of any projects on schedule. Collaborates with internal partners and stakeholders to support business initiative strategies Communicates concepts in a clear and persuasive manner that is easy to understand. Generates and provides accurate and timely results in the form of reports presentations etc. Demonstrates an understanding of business priorities. Managing Others Sets clear goals and expectations for direct reports using the performance review process and holds direct report(s) accountable for performance. Leads specific team while assisting with meeting or exceeding department goals. Translates broader organizational initiatives into relevant goals for direct report(s). Creates and nurtures an environment that emphasizes motivation empowerment teamwork and continuous improvement. Facilitates regular ongoing communication with direct report(s). Managing Work Projects and Policies Coordinates and implements work and projects as assigned. Generates and provides accurate and timely results in the form of reports presentations etc. Analyzes information and evaluates results to choose the best solution and solve problems. Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize organize and accomplish work. Sets and tracks goal progress for self and others. Monitors the work of others to ensure it is completed on time and meets expectations. Provides direction and assistance to other organizational units policies and procedures and efficient control and utilization of resources. Leading Team Creates a team environment that encourages accountability high standards and innovation. Leads specific team while assisting with meeting or exceeding department goals. Makes sure others understand performance expectations. Ensures that goals are being translated to the team as they relate to tracking and productivity. Creates and nurtures an environment that emphasizes motivation empowerment teamwork continuous improvement and a passion for providing service. Understands employee and develops plans to address need areas and expand on the strengths. Provides the team with the capabilities needed to meet or exceed expectations. Leads by example demonstrating self-confidence energy and enthusiasm. Conducting Human Resources Activities Acts proactively when dealing with employee concerns. Extends professionalism and courtesy to employees at all times. Communicates updates all goals and results with employees. Meets semiannually with staff on a one-to-one basis. Establishes and maintains open collaborative relationships with employees. Solicits employee feedback. Interviews job candidates and assists in making hiring decisions. Receives hiring recommendations from team supervisors. Ensures orientations for new team members are thorough and completed in a timely fashion. Observes behaviors of employees and provides feedback to individuals. Additional Responsibilities Provides information to supervisors co-workers and subordinates by telephone in written form e-mail or in person in a timely manner. Manages group or interpersonal conflict. Informs and or updates executives peers and subordinates on relevant information in a timely manner. Manages time effectively and conducts activities in an organized manner. Presents ideas expectations and information in a concise organized manner. Uses problem solving methodology for decision making and follow up. Performs other reasonable duties as assigned by manager. MANAGEMENT COMPETENCIES Leadership Adaptability - Maintains performance level under pressure or when experiencing changes or challenges in the workplace. Communication - Conveys information and ideas to others in a convincing and engaging manner through a variety of methods. Problem Solving and Decision Making - Identifies and understands issues problems and opportunities obtains and compares information from different sources to draw conclusions develops and evaluates alternatives and solutions solves problems and chooses a course of action. Professional Demeanor - Exhibits behavioral styles that convey confidence and command respect from others makes a good first impression and represents the company in alignment with its values. Managing Execution Building and Contributing to Teams - Participates as a member of a team to move toward the completion of common goals while fostering cohesion and collaboration among team members. Driving for Results - Sets high standards of performance for self and or others assumes responsibility for work objectives initiates focuses and monitors the efforts of self and or others toward the accomplishment goals proactively takes action and goes beyond what is required. Planning and Organizing - Gathers information and resources required to set a plan of action for self and or others prioritizes and arranges work requirements to accomplish goals and ensure work is completed. Building Relationships Coworker Relationships - Interacts with others in a way that builds openness trust and confidence in the pursuit of organizational goals and lasting relationships. Customer Relationships - Develops and sustains relationships based on an understanding of customer stakeholder needs and actions consistent with the company s service standards. Global Mindset - Supports employees and business partners with diverse styles abilities motivations and or cultural perspectives utilizes differences to drive innovation engagement and enhance business results and ensures employees are given the opportunity to contribute to their full potential. Generating Talent and Organizational Capability Organizational Capability - Evaluates and adapts the structure of assignments and work processes to best fit the needs and or support the goals of an organizational unit. Talent Management - Provides guidance and feedback to help individuals develop and strengthen skills and abilities needed to accomplish work objectives. Learning and Applying Professional Expertise Applied Learning - Seeks and makes the most of learning opportunities to improve performance of self and or others. Business Acumen - Understands and utilizes business information to manage everyday operations and generate innovative solutions to approach business and administrative challenges. Technical Acumen - Understands and utilizes professional skills and knowledge in a specific functional area to conduct and manage everyday business operations and generate innovative solutions to approach function-specific work challenges Basic Competencies - Fundamental competencies required for accomplishing basic work activities. Basic Computer Skills - Uses basic computer hardware and software (e.g. personal computers word processing software Internet browsers etc.). Mathematical Reasoning - Adds subtracts multiplies or divides quickly correctly and in a way that allows one to solve work-related issues. Oral Comprehension - Listens to and understands information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Reading Comprehension - Understands written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents. Writing - Communicates effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience. To apply now go to s jobs.marriott.com marriott jobs 18001ISX %3Flang en-us Marriott International is consistently recognized as an employer of choice globally by FORTUNE magazine DiversityInc and Great Places to Work Institute among others. Visit www.marriott.com careers to learn more about our workplace culture and career opportunities. Chat engage and follow us on social media. FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagram(at)lifeatmar riott on Snapchat. So we ask where will your journey take you Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Marriott International does not discriminate on the basis of disability veteran status or any other basis protected under federal state or local laws.