Director of Hotel Technology

Davidson Hospitality Group is a dynamic and innovative hospitality management company that is constantly seeking top talent to join its team. With its headquarters located in the heart of the hospitality industry in Atlanta, Georgia, Davidson Hospitality Group is a leader in hotel and resort management, providing comprehensive and results-driven services to a diverse portfolio of properties across the United States. As a job applicant, you can expect to work in a collaborative and supportive environment that encourages creativity, growth, and professional development. With a strong commitment to excellence in guest service, employee engagement, and financial performance, Davidson Hospitality Group offers a rewarding and fulfilling career path for individuals who are passionate about the hospitality industry. Whether you are seeking a corporate role in operations, sales and marketing, revenue management, finance, human resources, or other areas, Davidson Hospitality Group offers a wide range of career opportunities for motivated and talented individuals. Join the team at Davidson Hospitality Group and be a part of a dynamic and growing organization that is dedicated to delivering exceptional hospitality experiences.OverviewWe’re looking for an innovative and results-driven Director of Hotel Technology to lead the way in shaping the future of hospitality technology at Davidson Hospitality Group. Reporting directly to our SVP of IT, this role is 100% remote with occasional travel and offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across a diverse portfolio of hotels and resorts.You’ll oversee a talented team of Regional IT Managers and spearhead strategic initiatives that enhance performance, strengthen cybersecurity, and elevate the guest experience. From implementing next-generation systems to ensuring seamless property transitions, you’ll be the driving force behind our digital evolution. If you’re a visionary leader with deep hospitality IT expertise, strong project management skills, and a passion for innovation, we want to hear from you!Responsibilities Lead and manage a team of Regional IT Managers, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance feedback. Oversee IT operations and support across a portfolio of properties, ensuring high standards of service and system performance. Lead complex IT projects and transitions, including onboarding new properties Ensure all hotel properties maintain compliance with PCI DSS standards and lead cybersecurity initiatives to safeguard guest data, payment systems, and internal networks. Collaborate with Regional IT Managers to implement security best practices, conduct regular audits, and respond to emerging threats. Design and develop IT systems with a focus on performance, scalability, and cost-effectiveness. Manage project and transition budgets with a high degree of accuracy and provide annual guidance for recurring expenses. Conduct system analysis and development to keep systems current with evolving technologies. Troubleshoot and resolve issues with existing programs and design solutions to improve performance. Assist in the smooth transition of networks and email domains during property transitions. Communicate effectively with engineers, technical support staff, and stakeholders regarding system needs. Collaborate with hospitality brands and technology providers to ensure seamless integration and partnership. Research and recommend new software tools and technological solutions to enhance guest experience and operational efficiency. Provide administrative support and contribute to IT governance and compliance initiatives. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field. 7 + years of progressive IT leadership experience within the hospitality industry in a medium or large sized company. Experience with hotel technology systems such as Opera, OnQ, Galaxy LightSpeed, Simphony, and Infogenesis preferred. Proven leadership experience managing a multi-site IT team and large-scale system implementations. Strong knowledge of multiple PMS systems and hotel technology infrastructure. Excellent project management, budgeting, and organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with both technical and operational stakeholders. Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities. Passion for innovation and continuous improvement in hospitality technology. BenefitsDavidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families. Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage Dental & Vision Coverage 24/7 Teledoc service Free Maintenance Medications Pet Insurance Hotel Discounts Tuition Reimbursement Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays). 401K Match Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual OrientationDavidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify.