Principal Commercial Data Architect

The Principal Commercial Data Architect at MGM Resorts International is responsible for owning the marketing and revenue management data architecture strategy, modernizing platforms, establishing standards, and enabling scalable, cloud-native solutions to drive business impact.

Location: Texas, US

Salary: $122,700.00 - $163,600.00

Responsibilities

• 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

Requirements

• 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

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.

Additional Information

• This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s incentive plan.
• Employees in this position are eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plans, and time off plans. Specific program offerings vary by eligibility factors such as geographic location, employment status, and union membership.