About Us
We are BetMGM. We are revolutionizing sports betting and online gaming in the United States. We are a partnership between two powerhouse organizations—MGM Resorts International and Entain Group. You know our name through our exciting portfolio of brands including BetMGM Sportsbook, Borgata online, Party Casino and Party Poker. We aim to bring our ideas into action and find ways to deliver the best quality in gaming platforms.
We understand that each card in the deck plays a unique role in any given hand, just as our employees each play a unique role in accomplishing our goals as a company. We strive to create a culture of empathy where our employees feel valued, heard, and comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work. We want to build a product and a workplace that reflect the communities we serve so we approach our work fearlessly, take responsibility when we get it wrong, and ante-up again. We play to win, and we are all-in together.
We were recognized as one of Glassdoor’s “Best Places to Work”.
About The Role
The Technical Governance Engineer will enable success for technical teams and the delivery of exceptional technological innovation in the areas of sports wagering and iGaming. Technical Governance is an integral part of agile development teams, and combine skills in communications, administration, leadership, and technology to remove obstacles and hindrances that would delay successful product delivery.
This role will assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of all Technical Governance documentation and processes; identify new market regulatory requirements; perform analysis of the published regulations against our products; and spotlight potential development requirements to ensure product compliance. Key elements of this position also include review and reporting of root cause analysis impacting regulatory compliance, as well as supporting the formal technical submission and regulatory approval processes.
The Technical Governance Engineer assists the Senior Manager of Technical Governance by supporting application development initiatives to design, develop, deploy and sustain solutions that meet applicable business requirements while maintaining design integrity, and adhering to best practices, security and compliance policies and procedures.
Responsibilities
- With the support of the Senior Manager of Technical Governance, ensure technology and operational activities are conducted in conformity with all applicable State laws, regulations, and internal policies and procedures
- Monitor and document technical certification audit requirements throughout the year, for new and existing markets
- Coordinate and submit all technology-related change requests to maintain compliance with regulatory guidelines
- Maintain certification and approval repository for State and independent test laboratories
- Highly focused on process improvement, while formalizing operational instructions
- Support the entry into new States or markets
- Document technical regulatory requirements in a transparent and consistent manner
- Support collaboration with BetMGM product team on roadmap items
- Analyze technical regulatory requirements in each market to ensure compliance against all technical requirements and operational processes
- Communicate relevant changes and/or technical requirements to responsible teams
- Must be able to stand or sit and operate computers and other technological devices for extended periods of time
Qualifications
- (Preferred) Bachelor’s Degree in a related field computer science, computer engineering or equivalent technical backgrounds
- High school or equivalent
- 1 year of experience with a gaming compliance or technical delivery role
- Experience working with Lottery, Gaming and/or Tribal regulators, and other Gaming authorities
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, ability to work as part of a team
- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and ability to interpret regulatory documents
- Good self-organization, ability to work independently and to meet deadlines
- Competent use of standard Microsoft Office applications
- Ability to collaborate with technology and product teams
- Excellent technical writing skills
- Knowledge of IT systems, software development, IT management best practices
The annual salary range for this position is $69,120 to $90,720. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for participation in a performance-based bonus plan.
Gaming Compliance & Licensing Requirements
As an online gaming company, BetMGM is required to comply with state gaming regulations which includes licensing obligations. Applicable employees must be licensed by at least one jurisdictional agency, although certain positions require licensing by multiple agencies. Failure to become licensed or maintain licensure with each agency as required for the role may result in termination of employment. Please note that the licensing process includes comprehensive background checks which may include a review of criminal records, financial history, and personal background verification.
In addition, candidates must comply with and support the company's responsible gambling policies, procedures and initiatives.
About Our Culture
Building BetMGM from the ground up takes effort, energy, and teamwork, but that’s what will make leading this industry all the more satisfying. We stay focused on our main goal with the help of these four company pillars:
Believe in Your Game – Take your shot! There’s a freedom to explore ideas usually only start-ups are lucky enough to experience.
Backed by the Best - With our expertise—merged with that of our world-class investors—we have the opportunity to take this business, and ourselves, farther than anyone has ever imagined.
Do What’s Right - We operate with clarity and simplicity, always doing the right thing by our customers and each other, standing shoulder to shoulder every day.
Hustle Hard - Our combined commitment and ambition is what drives us to create some of the most innovative products in the industry.
What We Offer
As a valued employee, we’re committed to giving you the resources and support you need. We offer Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Paid Time Off, Holidays, Employee Resource Groups and more!
Applicable salary ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. The position is also eligible for an annual bonus.
BetMGM LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. As an organization, we are unwavering in our commitment to maintaining a discrimination-free work environment, and fostering a culture of inclusivity, belonging and equal opportunity for all employees and applicants.
We understand that each card in the deck plays a unique role in any given hand, just as our employees each play a unique role in accomplishing our company goals. So, we are committed to an inclusive culture for all and empowering our employees to thrive in meaningful careers. At BetMGM, we play to win, and we are “all in” together. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you’ve got what it takes, we’d love to learn more about you.
If you need assistance or accommodation with your application due to a disability, you may contact us at recruitment@betmgm.com.
This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of duties a person in this position may be asked to perform from time to time.
