
Principal Data Scientist Of Commercial Analytics & Data Science
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Job Description
US, Nevada
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.
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