Job Description

Our mission is to create the Experience of a Lifetime for our employees, so they can, in turn, create the Experience of a Lifetime for our guests. We own and operate the most renowned destination resorts in the world as well as regional and local ski areas outside major cities, and connect them all through one unrivaled network. We are looking for ambitious leaders, innovators and creators to join our talented team. If you’re ready to pursue your fullest potential, we want to get to know you!

Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first).

Job Summary:

As the Software Delivery Manager on the Resort Application Development team, you will continuously improve software delivery practices, ensure compliance and process standards are met, and maintain comprehensive system documentation. You will play a key role in promoting consistency, accountability, and operational excellence across software development teams. In addition, you will manage a documentation analyst who is responsible for maintaining high-quality documentation and training resources across the team—ensuring they are accurate, accessible, and aligned with business needs. In this role, you will report to the Senior Director of Resort Application Development.

The Resort Application Development team develops and maintains the suite of back-end services that power our guest-facing eCommerce and mobile experiences, along with the internal application ecosystem that enables resort employees to deliver exceptional service on the mountain.

Job Specifications: 

• Starting Wage: $103,596.30 - $120,000.00
• Employment Type: Year Round
• Shift Type: Full Time hours available
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
• Housing Availability: No

Job Responsibilities:

• Facilitate and streamline release processes by driving automation across all phases of the SDLC, leveraging modern practices and tools, and ensuring every change fully complies with regulatory and organizational standards.
• Lead governance efforts to ensure all software development activities adhere to Vail Resorts’ SDLC standards and SOX and PCI compliance protocols.
• Work closely with internal and external auditors, providing accurate and timely responses to audit requests and ensuring transparency in compliance practices.
• Ensure relevant documentation and training materials for systems, applications and internal processes.
• Build a strong understanding of Vail Resorts’ business operations to ensure governance efforts are practical, relevant, and value-driven.
• Model and promote our core values—Serve Others, Do Right, Drive Value, Do Good, Be Safe, Have Fun, and Be Inclusive—in every aspect of your leadership and decision-making.
• Encourage enthusiasm and engagement in your team’s daily work by creating a supportive and motivating environment.
• Support individual growth by understanding your team members’ career goals and helping them navigate development opportunities.

Job Requirements:

• Strong understanding of SDLC methodologies and software delivery practices.
• Demonstrated experience improving software delivery processes.
• 2+ years in a management role within an IT organization
• 1+ years demonstrated experience working with SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley) and/or PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard) compliance requirements in a software development or IT environment.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive process adoption.

The expected Total Compensation for this role is $103,596.30 - $120,000.00. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.
 

Job Benefits

• Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons
• MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent training and professional development

Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:

• Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
• Free ski passes for dependents
• Critical Illness and Accident plans

Vail Resorts offers a ‘Hybrid’ work environment where employees living within 50 miles of the Broomfield office work on-site Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and have flexibility to work off-site on Mondays and Fridays. Employees living outside of a commutable distance can work remotely from British Columbia, Washington D.C., and the 16 U.S. states* in which we currently operate. This includes: California, Colorado, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New York, Nevada, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Utah, Vermont, Washington State, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

Please note that the ability to work in person or off-site, and the particulars related to such work, are subject to change at any time; and, accordingly, the Company reserves the right to change its policies and/or require in-person/in-office work or off-site work at any time in its sole discretion.

In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. 

We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any activities restricted to adult workers.

Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

Requisition ID 513229
Reference Date: 09/10/2025 
Job Code Function: Applications   

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