Director of Business Intelligence - Data Science

About Wynn Al Marjan Island

On schedule to open in the United Arab Emirates in early 2027, Wynn Al Marjan Island has been created as an opulent and entertaining beachside destination for discerning guests to play and relax. Located less than 50 minutes from Dubai International Airport, this integrated resort offering 1,530 rooms and suites, 22 restaurants and lounges, a theatre, nightclub, and five-star spa is currently under construction on a picturesque island that gracefully curves into the Arabian Gulf.

About The Position

Wynn Al Marjan Island is currently seeking a Director of Business Intelligence Data Science to join the resort's Casino Data Science team.

The role involves conducting market research to gather external data, utilizing data mining techniques to collect internal data, and identifying potential business opportunities. The candidate will lead the team in generating innovative campaign ideas, designing and executing campaign workflows, processes, rewards, and reviewing campaign performance. Engaging with both business and technical stakeholders to ensure successful campaign execution is essential.

The Primary Duties And Responsibilities Of This Role Are

1. Collaborate with various business and technical stakeholders within the organization to identify and explore realistic business opportunities for implementing big data initiatives.
2. Demonstrate a strong drive to learn and master new technologies and techniques.
3. Mine and analyze extensive data from the company database to optimize business strategies.
4. Assess the effectiveness and accuracy of new data sources and data gathering techniques.
5. Lead the implementation and application of models, methods, and standards in complex projects and environments.
6. Interpret data and deliver substantiated analyses using advanced analytical techniques and tools. Create programs to automate and model tasks.
7. Lead customer segmentation and lifetime valuation efforts using clustering, predictive modeling, and classification algorithms.
8. Assist in designing, training, scoring, and deploying predictive and machine learning algorithms using programming languages such as Python, R, and SAS.
9. Demonstrate familiarity with relevant machine learning packages, including Pandas, Scikit-Learn, SciPy, and NumPy for Python, as well as Caret, Dplyr, random Forest, and nnet.
10. Plan and develop future-proof data processes that enable seamless model improvements without disrupting ongoing production.
11. Automate reporting and monitor model and data accuracy.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

1. An undergraduate degree in a quantitative field such as Computer Science, Finance, Economics, or Statistics; an MBA is a plus.
2. At least five years of experience in the casino industry, preferably 8+ years of postgraduate work experience.
3. Proficiency in data mining techniques and tools.
4. Ability to develop, maintain, and interpret market insights reporting systems.
5. Ability to design and execute effective campaign workflows and processes.
6. Proficiency in maintaining competitive intelligence programs, including market segmentation and strategic profiling.
7. Understanding and analysis of market trends to inform strategic planning.
8. Knowledge of analyzing qualitative and quantitative data to identify target markets and consumer expectations.

About Wynn Al Marjan Island's Benefits

We offer an attractive salary paid in Dirhams (AED), along with excellent leave policies, healthcare, life insurance, incentive programs, and other employee benefits. This comprehensive package aims to attract outstanding candidates seeking a career with Wynn Resorts, one of the most renowned brands in the global hospitality industry.