Data Analytics Engineer Jobs in Nevada

INTRODUCTION

The SHOW comes alive at MGM Resorts International.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a place full of excitement, diversity, and entertainment? Are you enthusiastic about being a team player in one of the most fascinating industries in the world? At MGM Resorts, we seek individuals like YOU to create unique and show-stopping experiences for our guests.

THE JOB:

At MGM Resorts International, we’re using data and AI to power personalized guest experiences at scale. We’re hiring a Principal Data Scientist, Commercial Analytics to serve as a hands-on technical leader, building and deploying AI/ML models that drive personalization, customer analytics, and commercial performance across the enterprise.

THE DAY-TO-DAY:

• Lead multiple large, complex data science initiatives with minimal supervision
• Design, develop, and deploy advanced AI/ML models supporting personalization and commercial analytics
• Perform hands-on data science work including data collection, mining, normalization, and feature engineering
• Develop predictive and statistical models, including hyper-parameter tuning and optimization
• Deploy, scale, and monitor machine learning models in production environments
• Partner closely with Engineering and Analytics teams to define data requirements and improve data pipelines
• Maintain and enhance CI/CD frameworks for data science and model orchestration
• Conduct A/B testing and test-and-learn experiments to optimize key business KPIs
• Evaluate model quality, monitor performance, and continuously improve outcomes
• Review peer code, write unit tests, and provide technical feedback on modeling and pipeline approaches
• Translate complex analytical insights into clear, audience-appropriate presentations for business and executive stakeholders
• Collaborate with Marketing, Product, Creative, Strategy, and Customer Engagement teams to drive measurable impact
• Support the interview process and technical evaluation of Data Scientist candidates

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher required
• 8+ years of prior relevant experience
• Expert-level proficiency in Python, SQL, and modern ML frameworks (e.g., Spark, TensorFlow, Keras)
• Proven ability to deliver multiple complex projects simultaneously in cross-functional environments
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on root-cause analysis and practical solutions
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, including presenting to non-technical audiences
• Experience building MVPs under tight timelines while maintaining high quality
• Background in hospitality, retail, or customer-centric industries preferred

THE PERKS & BENEFITS:

• Prioritize your wellness, access programs crafted to nurture your mental and physical health.
• Enjoy unbeatable discounts on hotel stays, dining, retail, entertainment, and exclusive partner perks for travel, tech, and beyond!
• Savor delicious meals for free in our employee dining room.
• Park with ease—whether you're on or off shift, it's free!
• From healthcare to financial support and generous time-off options, we’ve got you covered.
• Elevate your career with development programs, connect through networking events, and make a difference with community volunteer opportunities.

Are you ready to JOIN THE SHOW? Apply today!