Principal Data Scientist of Commercial Analytics & Data Science

## Principal Data Scientist of Commercial Analytics & Data Science Apply locations:
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275939US, 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 ’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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