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 Senior Software Engineer I role is responsible for taking technology innovations to the next level. The primary responsibility of the position will be to manage and execute the design, development and delivery of technology that enables great customer experiences. This will include developing production grade code through vision, definition, planning, execution, deployment and sustainment.

THE DAY-TO-DAY:

Develop and execute production grade code: through vision, definition, planning, execution, deployment and sustainment.

Partner with Product Management to build great customer experiences.

Work with technology leadership to identify and implement new technologies and techniques that can improve our overall platform performance and ultimate customer experience.

Manage consistency, reliability, supportability and observability across our services.

Effectively communicate to pull people together and enable them to find solutions to challenges they encounter.

Analyze product tradeoffs and deliver simple and intuitive products that just work.

Develop and maintain relationships with diverse teams spanning all organizational levels to effectively gain trust and buy in.

Model and act in accordance with MGM mission and values and perform other job-related duties as requested.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

The ideal candidate brings prior hands-on software development experience in a production environment using languages like Java or C++, ideally paired with background working in a similar resort setting. They possess a strong technical foundation in enterprise-scale systems, distributed computing, and DevOps cultures, with a proven track record of operating within agile frameworks like Scrum or Kanban alongside distributed teams.

Their comprehensive technical knowledge spans all software layers—including UI, services, data stores, and communication—and is built upon solid Computer Science fundamentals in object-oriented design, algorithms, and data structures. Fully versed in the entire software development life cycle, they champion engineering best practices such as code reviews, robust testing, build processes, and modern source control. Beyond technical execution, they demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills in English, standard hospitality-focused customer service excellence, and intermediate proficiency with core office productivity suites.

THE PERKS & BENEFITS:

• Comprehensive wellness programs designed to support employees’ physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
• Exclusive access to company-sponsored discounts across hospitality, dining, retail, entertainment, travel, technology, and a wide range of partner offerings.
• Complimentary parking both during and outside of scheduled work hours.
• Competitive health, wellness, and income protection benefits for eligible employees.
• Ongoing professional growth and career development through leadership programs, learning opportunities, strategic networking, and community engagement initiatives.

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Are you ready to JOIN THE SHOW ? Apply today!