Senior Game Data Analyst

Posted 15 Days Ago
Hiring Remotely in Canada
Remote
Senior level
Gaming
The Role
As a Senior Game Data Analyst, you will analyze data to deliver insights that enhance game design and revenue. Collaborating with stakeholders, you will define KPIs, ensure data quality, and translate business needs into technical requirements, while overseeing the analytics processes for PlayStation Studios.
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Why PlayStation?

PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Today, we’re recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®VR, PlayStation®Plus, acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios, and more.

PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team.

The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation.

Role can be based anywhere in Canada

Department overview: 

In Game Analytics, we work with some of the best game studios in the world -- responsible for developing some of the most recognisable and ambitious console games and franchises on PlayStation, including Uncharted, The Last of Us, Horizon, God of War, and Gran Turismo. 
 
We provide end-to-end analytics services for PlayStation Studios and use data to help them make their amazing games even better. We seek dedicated people to join us in pushing the boundaries of game analytics for PlayStation.  

What you will be doing:

As a Senior Game Data Analyst, you will be working in our cross-disciplinary team to help game studios use data efficiently to improve games. You will work with decision-makers to understand their goals, find opportunities, and guide decisions about features and games across the company. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Analysing data to deliver high quality insights that contribute to game improvements and drive revenue growth.
  • Collaborating with stakeholders to drive insightful data-informed conversations, spanning from initial business discussions to successful delivery.
  • Understanding project requirements, defining KPIs and standard metrics, and recommending robust telemetry design.
  • Overseeing data quality to ensure accuracy and reliability in reporting and analysis.


What we are looking for:

  • Advanced SQL knowledge, with a proven track record of applying these skills to analyse complex customer behaviour datasets.
  • Analytical skills to produce data-backed insights that help improve game design, including experience using statistics, probability, or other quantitative methods.
  • Experience in driving conversations with a large spectrum of stakeholders, translating sometimes fuzzy business needs into technical requirements, and delivering effective solutions.
  • In-depth knowledge of the gaming industry, including the realm of live service games.
  • Experience working with data visualisation tools, such as Looker or Tableau. 
  • Strong presentation skills with the ability to create compelling and engaging presentations.
  • Experience using and designing game telemetry with AAA or large mobile games.


Bonus points if you have:

  • A knack for trying and learning new things.
  • Experience in Python, Jupyter notebooks, R, or machine learning.

Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights”

 Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights.


At SIE, we consider several factors when setting each role’s base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.

Please note that the base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. 

In addition, this role
is eligible for SIE’s top-tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package. Click here to learn more.


The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.

$121,300$181,900 USD

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.

We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond. 

PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.

Top Skills

Python
R
SQL
The Company
Aliso Viejo, CA
8,768 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 1994

What We Do

PlayStation has been at the forefront of interactive and digital entertainment since the debut of our first console in 1994. Our products delight millions across the world through incredible games, cutting edge experiences and access to many types of media.
This commitment to amazing our fans is at the core of who we are and one we share with Sony Corporation, internationally known as a leader in music, movies and consumer electronics.
We can only achieve this goal by welcoming talented people and empowering them to do their best work. From game developers to data scientists, software engineers to cybersecurity experts, marketing to accounting and finance professionals, we’re always looking for talented people who share a passion for creating and our commitment to delivering amazement.

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