Principal Architect, Identity Systems

MGM Resorts International

Principal Architect leading Identity Systems architecture for MGM Resorts International. Driving innovative enterprise solutions while collaborating across teams on business objectives.

Posted 5/20/2026full-timeLas Vegas • Florida, Missouri, Nevada, New Jersey, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $123,500 - $164,700 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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.

Requirements

What you’ll need

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.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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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Hard Skills & Tools

Identity ServicesDirectory Servicesarchitecture designimplementationenterprise technology solutionsscalabilitysecurityautomationoperational efficiencydigital transformation

Soft Skills

leadershipmentorshipcollaborationinnovationcommunicationpresentationinterpersonal skillsanalytical skillsproblem-solvingstakeholder engagement