Principal Architect, Identity Systems

MGM Resorts International•Las Vegas, MI

1d•$123,500 - $164,700•Onsite

About The Position

MGM Resorts International is seeking an experienced Principal Architect to join the Technology, Digital, and Data (TDD) leadership team. This role will provide strategic technical leadership and architectural direction, driving innovative, secure, and scalable enterprise solutions while partnering across teams to translate business objectives into effective technology strategies.

Requirements

Minimum of 8+ years of relevant experience with deep technical expertise in Identity and Directory Services within complex enterprise environments.
Proven experience designing, architecting, and implementing large-scale enterprise technology solutions across multiple technology domains common to modern organizations.
Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and influence technical teams while driving collaboration, innovation, and operational excellence.
Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage stakeholders, executives, clients, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities, including the ability to identify, assess, and resolve complex technical and operational challenges from inception through resolution.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Teams, Outlook, and PowerPoint, with strong experience managing program deliverables, technical documentation, and strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of enterprise-wide Identity and Directory Services solutions, ensuring scalability, security, reliability, and alignment with organizational standards.
Provide strategic technical leadership and mentorship across engineering and architecture teams, fostering innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Partner with business and technology stakeholders to translate business objectives into actionable technical requirements, solution designs, and architectural roadmaps.
Develop and maintain technology-specific architecture strategies and roadmaps that align with organizational goals, emerging technologies, and long-term digital transformation initiatives.
Evaluate, recommend, and implement innovative technologies and solutions that enhance operational efficiency, scalability, supportability, automation, security, and cost optimization.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, vendors, and strategic partners to deliver high-value solutions, lead technical discussions and procurement efforts, and produce clear, comprehensive technical documentation for stakeholders and leadership.