Senior Data Scientist - Growth

January 28

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thatgamecompany is a developer and publisher of video games known for creating unique, artistic, and emotionally engaging games. The company has released several popular titles, including 'Sky: Children of the Light', which has won numerous awards, including at Gamescom, and set a Guinness World Record. thatgamecompany is recognized for its emphasis on creating games that offer serene and meaningful experiences, with a focus on cooperative, multiplayer gameplay. The company continues to evolve and connect with its community through various platforms, offering a blend of breathtaking visuals and immersive storytelling.

Video Game Design • Artistic Video Games • Video Game Innovation

51 - 200 employees

Founded 2006

🎮 Gaming

📱 Media

📋 Description

• thatgamecompany is looking for an experienced Senior Data Scientist to support our flagship title Sky: Children of the Light by providing insights, reporting, knowledge-sharing, and KPI frameworks to help in decision making as well as to strengthen the long-term operations of the product. • Collaborating with cross-functional teams across marketing, BI, and game development, you’ll bring your expertise in data science, engineering, and analytics to expand our global reach while preserving the heart and ethos of Sky. • Analyze complex datasets to identify patterns, trends, and actionable insights that support new user acquisition and organic growth. • Create and manage dashboards, visualizations, and reports to uncover trends and insights that answer both strategic and operational questions. • Collaborate with the game development team to define and collect in-game data for analysis, aligning metrics with gameplay and business goals. • Define and improve critical metrics, frameworks, and tools that help teams understand player lifecycle and optimize LTV, loyalty, retention, and return. • Implement advanced statistical and machine learning techniques to optimize user acquisition and marketing campaigns, continuously improving the team’s analytical capabilities. • Design and execute experiments (A/B and multivariate tests) to evaluate marketing efforts and generate actionable recommendations. • Develop, maintain, and enhance SKAdNetwork (SKAN) ETL pipelines, conversion value frameworks, and attribution methodologies to support data accuracy and campaign analysis. • Work cross-functionally with Engineers, Business intelligence, and analytics teams to improve data collection processes, spearheading efforts to capture meaningful metrics and streamline data implementation.

🎯 Requirements

• Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered. • 4+ years in data science for consumer apps or mobile games applications. • Proven experience working with user acquisition campaigns and developing data pipelines, reporting, and visualizations. • Proficiency in Python (or R), SQL, and statistical modeling tools. • Experience with visualization tools (Looker, Tableau, or QlikView) to build compelling data stories that communicate insights effectively. • Familiarity with SKAdNetwork, mobile attribution platforms (e.g., Adjust, Singular, AppsFlyer), and methodologies like media mix modeling and incremental measurement. • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex data findings into accessible insights for non-technical stakeholders. • Proven analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive and adaptable approach to dynamic challenges.

🏖️ Benefits

• Paid Time Off, Holidays and Two Weeks Winter Break • Employees and their dependents get medical, dental, and vision coverage, regardless of their level, tenure, or position within the company. Moreover, these benefits start on the first day of the job—there’s no waiting period before they kick in. • Pet Insurance for those who need it too. • Compassionate leave for employees who needs to take care of their family members • Pre-tax wellness stipend • Pre-tax work from home stipend • Access our savings plan (401K program) with company match • Mental health resources including Headspace membership and Employee Assistance Program (CCA) • Discount portal for everyday goods and services • Employee inclusive and diversity initiatives such as Grow Together • Support for personal professional development