Associate Director, Connectivity

About the role

Tripadvisor is looking for an Associate Director of Connectivity to own the technical and commercial relationship between the platform and reservation systems. This hands-on leadership role involves setting connectivity strategy, building C-suite relationships with partners, and working alongside engineers to solve complex integration problems.

Responsibilities

• Define and own the connectivity strategy aligned with broader technical goals.
• Build and maintain C-suite level relationships with Restech and supplier partners.
• Engage in hands-on technical work including API design and integration architecture.
• Lead, grow, and mentor a team of tech leads and engineers.
• Partner with Product teams to shape the connectivity roadmap.
• Oversee configuration, monitoring, and testing of supplier integrations.

Required skills

• API design
• Integration architecture
• Technical leadership
• Connectivity strategy
• Relationship management
• Observability

Nice to have

• B2B SaaS
• Travel technology
• AI driven efficiencies

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Annual bonuses
• Donation matching
• Tuition assistance
• Lifestyle benefit
• Travel perks
• Employee assistance program
• Referral scheme

About the Company

The Tripadvisor Group connects people to experiences worth sharing and aims to be the world’s most trusted source for travel and experiences. The company leverages brands, technology, and capabilities to connect a global audience with partners through rich content, travel guidance, and two-sided marketplaces.