Director of Digital Platform Services at MGM Resorts International, Home Office US TX
Director of Digital Platform Services at MGM Resorts International in Home Office US TX. Full-time. $117,600 to $156,800 a year. Apply with swipeandhired.
US, Texas
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:
As a visionary and strategic leader, the Director of Digital Platform Services will spearhead our cloud engineering, deployment automation, developer experience platforms, and foundational landing zones. This role is pivotal in aligning technical strategies across the organization—driving operational efficiency, strengthening security, fostering innovation, and ensuring excellence across our IT infrastructure ecosystem.
THE DAY-TO-DAY:
- Lead the Platform Services team to deliver scalable, high-impact solutions aligned with enterprise technology goals.
- Define and implement platform engineering strategies, leveraging containerization (e.g., Kubernetes), IaC, and automation at scale.
- Develop and maintain deployment automation pipelines to accelerate and stabilize software delivery.
- Drive secure, cost-effective, and resilient multi-cloud infrastructure through cloud engineering best practices.
- Manage cloud landing zones for consistent, automated provisioning and governance.
- Oversee platform operations with an SRE mindset—ensuring observability, reliability, and robust incident response.
- Champion a seamless developer experience with self-service tools and streamlined environments.
- Lead team development, vendor relationships, and cross-functional collaboration to support continuous innovation.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, or a related field—or equivalent professional experience.
- 4+ years of leadership experience in cloud engineering and operations within large-scale, complex enterprise environments.
- 8+ years of progressive IT experience, with deep expertise in cloud services, infrastructure, and platform operations.
- Proven track record of collaborating with infrastructure and application delivery teams to design and implement integrated, scalable IT solutions.
- Professional certifications in cloud computing, such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or Google Cloud Certified – Professional Cloud Architect.
- Demonstrated success in implementing automation within cloud environments, including hands-on experience with infrastructure as code (IaC), CI/CD pipelines, and configuration management tools.
- Strong background in technical project management, strategic planning, and leading digital transformation initiatives in cloud-first or hybrid IT organizations.
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.
VIEW JOB DESCRIPTION:
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Pay Range:
The pay range for this role is:
$117,600.00 - $156,800.00
This range represents a good faith estimate of the salary range that MGM reasonably expects to pay for the position upon hire. The actual salary offer will take into account a wide range of factors, including location.
This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s incentive plan.This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s equity 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.
Are you ready to JOIN THE SHOW ? Apply today!