Principal Data Scientist of Commercial Analytics & Data Science

Location: Nevada

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271388US, Nevada
** The SHOW comes alive at MGM Resorts International
**** THE JOB:
** At MGM Resorts International, we’re using data and AI to power personalized guest experiences ’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, Tensor Flow, 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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** At MGM Resorts, we exist to entertain the human race and provide an unforgettable escape. From delivering excellence for our guests to building and sustaining our communities, you can join our diverse teams of world-class talent and thrive in our collaborative environment. Our iconic MGM Resorts brands offer everyone a wide variety of exciting career opportunities with access to unlimited growth.

Be part of a unique world filled with anticipation, entertainment and unparalleled experiences — combined with competitive rewards and exclusive perks. Together, we will use our meaningful relationships to continue to build our authentic culture.  We know the importance of respecting each other’s differences. We embrace and leverage our diversity to achieve best-in-class experiences and create stronger ties with our employees, guests,…