Principal Commercial Data Architect

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: The Principal Commercial Data Architect owns the Marketing and Revenue Management data architecture strategy and multi-year roadmap

You will modernize platforms, establish architectural standards, and enable scalable, cloud-native solutions that drive measurable business impact

You will partner closely with executive leadership, commercial stakeholders, and technology teams to ensure our data platforms are resilient, governed, and built for the future

THE DAY-TO-DAY: Define and execute a multi-year Marketing and Revenue Management data architecture roadmap aligned to commercial strategy, including lakehouse evolution, interoperability, governance, and observability Own architectural standards for Databricks, Delta Lake, Unity Catalog, and cloud-native data environments to ensure scalability and performance Architect Marketing and Revenue Management semantic models, KPI logic, and unified metric layers that enable standardized analytics and reporting Lead governance frameworks across metadata, lineage, security, compliance, and regulatory standards Establish Marketing and Revenue Management data observability and quality standards using tools such as Monte Carlo, Soda, and Great Expectations Chair architecture councils and mentor senior architects, strengthening organizational capability and technical excellence Evaluate emerging technologies and guide modernization toward scalable, cloud-native architectures THE IDEAL CANDIDATE: 10+ years of prior relevant experience in data architecture, engineering, or enterprise data platform leadership 5+ years of prior relevant experience in architecting large-scale cloud or Lakehouse environments (Databricks preferred) Deep expertise in lakehouse and distributed systems Hands-on knowledge of Databricks, Delta Lake, and Unity Catalog Strong executive communication and stakeholder influence skills Experience designing governance and compliance frameworks Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field required; Master’s preferred Preferred: Domain expertise in Gaming & Hospitality Operations, Loyalty & Customer Engagement, or Marketing & Commercial Analytics THE PERKS & BENEFITS: Prioritize your wellness, access programs crafted to nurture your mental and physical health