Senior Lead Software Engineer API

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

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

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 Lead Software Engineer API , you will bring your technical skills to a hospitality company with an award-winning culture. On the Core+ Software Engineering team reporting to the Director of Software Engineering, you will support projects for Hilton's mobile and web channels utilizing microservices based architecture.

What you'll do during a typical day:

• Architect, design and develop microservices using JavaScript technologies such as Node JS, Nest JS and TypeScript.
• Develop GraphQL schemas, resolvers, and data models to expose application data to clients.
• Integrate the backend APIs with underlying data sources and business logic.
• Write clean, concise, and maintainable code that is stable and thoroughly unit tested.
• Advocate for standard methodologies in design patterns, architectural principles, and coding standards.
• Conduct detailed code reviews to maintain code quality and ensure understanding of architectural guidelines.
• Stay current on technology trends and innovations and share knowledge and insights with the team.

How you'll collaborate with others:

• Partner with architects, product owners, delivery managers, quality engineers, designers, and other developers to translate needs into well-engineered solutions.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies including grooming sessions, daily stand-ups and retrospectives.
• Mentor new team members and contribute to a supportive, inclusive team environment.

Deliverables you'll take ownership of:

• Support backend API capabilities that enable new features and enhancements across the shopping and booking experience for both personal and business travelers.
• Contribute to projects that elevate the guest experience through personalization and digital innovation.

What It Takes to Make the Stay

You have these minimum qualifications:

• Seven (7) years of professional work experience in Technology or a related field
• Seven (7) years of experience working with Node.js and TypeScript
• Four (4) years of experience building GraphQL APIs with Nest.js
• Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools to enhance efficiency and code quality
• This is a hybrid role and would require to be near our Dallas or Memphis office location
• Travel up to 10%

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 a related field
• Four (4) + years of experience in full-cycle software development in an Agile environment
• Experience building RESTful API's or other API architectures
• Experience with NoSQL databases including optimizing data access patterns
• Knowledge of CI/CD patterns

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.

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 , 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 to see why we're more than a great place to stay—we're a great place to work.