[Hiring] Senior Director, HR Technology Products @Hilton

Role Description

This is your chance to be part of a Corporate Human Resources team at a top global hospitality company! As a Senior Director, HR Technology Products, you will partner with our business leaders to attract, retain, and develop Hilton's most important asset, our Team Members. On the HR Technology team reporting to the VP of HR Technology & Innovation, you will lead Hilton's global HR Technology Product organization, overseeing the strategy, delivery, and continuous evolution of our Human Capital Management platforms. You will translate enterprise priorities into product roadmaps and technology capabilities that promote an exceptional Team Member experience while supporting Hilton's global HR strategy.

What you'll do during a typical day:

• Lead the HR Technology Product organization responsible for Core HR, Recruiting, Learning, Talent, and related enterprise HR technology platforms.
• Execute the multi-year HR Technology product roadmap in partnership with the Vice President, HR Technology & Innovation, ensuring agreement on business priorities and enterprise technology strategy.
• Lead product lifecycle management across the portfolio, including roadmap planning, feature prioritization, backlog management, quarterly releases, adoption, and continuous improvement.
• Establish product management standards and governance that promote consistency, scalability, and operational excellence across all HR technology products.
• Partner with Product Directors to define platform strategies, prioritize enhancements, manage technical debt, and deliver measurable value.
• Lead modernization initiatives across Oracle Cloud HCM, Oracle Recruiting Cloud, Cornerstone Learning, and future platform capabilities, including Oracle Redwood adoption and AI-enabled functionality.
• Provide executive oversight of platform health, product adoption, release quality, and user experience, ensuring solutions meet Hilton's operational, security, and compliance standards.
• Develop and manage strategic vendor relationships, participating in roadmap discussions, quarterly business reviews, and product enhancement planning.
• Build and develop a Product organization through coaching, succession planning, performance management, and capability development.

How you'll collaborate with others:

• Partner with HR Centers of Excellence to understand evolving business priorities and translate them into scalable product capabilities and technology solutions.
• Collaborate with Global HR Operations and Service Delivery teams to improve product adoption, operational effectiveness, and the Team Member experience.
• Work with Enterprise Technology, Information Security, Architecture, Data & Analytics, and Integration teams to ensure solutions align with enterprise standards and technical strategy.
• Partner with the Vice President, HR Technology & Innovation on strategic planning, technology modernization initiatives, and product investment recommendations.
• Build trusted relationships with senior HR and business leaders to align product priorities, communicate technology capabilities, and support organizational transformation.
• Collaborate with strategic technology partners, including Oracle and Cornerstone, to maximize platform capabilities and influence future product enhancements.

Deliverables you'll take ownership of:

• HR Technology product roadmaps across Core HR, Recruiting, Learning, and Talent platforms.
• Oracle Cloud HCM product lifecycle management.
• Oracle Recruiting Cloud product strategy and optimization.
• Cornerstone Learning platform roadmap and enhancements.
• Product governance framework and prioritization processes.
• Quarterly release planning, readiness, and adoption strategy.
• Platform modernization initiatives, including Redwood adoption.
• Product performance, adoption, and customer experience metrics.
• Vendor performance management and product roadmap alignment.
• Development of Hilton's HR Technology Product Management organization.

Qualifications

• Ten (10) years of progressive experience in HR Technology, HRIS, Digital HR, Product Management, or a related enterprise technology function.
• Seven (7) years of people leadership experience, including leading managers and multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience leading a portfolio of enterprise HR technologies across multiple areas of the employee lifecycle, such as Human Capital Management, Recruiting, and Learning.
• Experience developing and executing technology strategies and product roadmaps, including leading large-scale implementations, transformations, and platform enhancements.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end HR processes and how technology, data, and integrations enable the employee experience.
• Demonstrated leadership in a complex, matrixed environment and experience influencing senior stakeholders across HR, Technology, and business functions.
• Willing to travel up to 15%.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Business Administration, Human Resources, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Experience with enterprise platforms such as Oracle Cloud HCM, Cornerstone, ServiceNow HR Service Delivery, or comparable technologies.
• Experience leading global HR technology or Product Management organizations and managing strategic technology vendors and partners.
• Experience with Agile Product Management, AI, automation, integrations, identity management, or HR data and analytics.
• Relevant enterprise technology or Product Management certifications.
• Experience within hospitality or another large, global, consumer-facing organization.

Benefits

• 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.