Las Vegas Sands is currently recruiting for various technological positions in the Dallas region, particularly roles related to casino management systems, as the casino giant and its principal owner, Miriam Adelson, push forward their campaign to legalize destination resort gaming in Texas.
The firm manages casino resorts in Macau and Singapore and has recently advertised multiple technical job openings based in Dallas. Certain job postings highlight responsibilities involving “the design and execution of our casino management system (CMS) from concept to launch.” Presently, casino gaming remains illegal in Texas, necessitating voter approval of a constitutional amendment for it to become lawful.
Ron Reese, the senior vice president of global communications and corporate affairs at Las Vegas Sands, mentioned that the organization established a Dallas office to enhance its technology operations, though no active projects are planned in the city at this time.
The purpose of the office was to “centralize our software development capabilities, enhance operational effectiveness, and foster large-scale innovations,” Reese outlined in a statement sent to local Dallas media.
He noted that the decision to set up in the Dallas-Fort Worth area was made because of its skilled technology workforce, supportive infrastructure, and a favorable business environment.
“The D-FW area was chosen for its robust concentration of talented tech professionals, advanced infrastructure, and flourishing innovation ecosystem, aided by leading universities. The region’s connectivity across North America, coupled with its cost-effective operational landscape and business-friendly regulations, encourages sustainable growth and fruitful collaboration with partners,” Reese explained.
LinkedIn activity and employee profiles suggest that Sands has had technical personnel in the Dallas region as far back as January 2025. A LinkedIn update from August 2024 revealed five available technical positions in the area.
This surge in hiring coincides with the Adelson family’s broader ambitions in North Texas following their $3.5 billion takeover of the NBA’s Dallas Mavericks in late 2023.
The family has indicated that the Mavericks might depart from the American Airlines Center once their lease concludes in 2031. Dallas City Hall is emerging as a frontrunner for a proposed 50-acre entertainment district that could house a new arena for the team. The Dallas City Council is weighing the option of relocating City Hall, with a final decision anticipated in June.
Concurrently, the Adelsons are intensifying their efforts to legalize destination casino resorts in Texas.
Miriam Adelson has contributed over $156 million to various political initiatives since acquiring the Mavericks, primarily supporting Republican candidates and associations, with approximately $29 million reportedly funneled into Texas political endeavors aimed at advancing casino legalization.
However, this initiative has faced opposition from Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, who has voiced objections to expanded gambling measures. On the other hand, Governor Greg Abbott has shown a willingness to entertain the idea of destination-style casino resorts and legalizing sports betting.
In 2023, Las Vegas Sands also acquired the former Texas Stadium site in Irving and is pursuing zoning modifications that would permit the construction of a resort complex that would include a casino if gambling becomes legalized in Texas.