Data Analyst Co-op

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Data Analyst Co-op

Demonware (Activision), Vancouver 

May 2025 

This role will be required to be onsite at the Demonware Vancouver office following the team's work schedule (hybrid, 3 days a week), a relocation package may be offered depending on eligibility. 

The Company  

Demonware is a member of the Activision family of studios. We work alongside engineers and creatives at our AAA partner studios and deliver the online and data services required by our franchises. We craft, develop, and host services for some of the world’s biggest video game franchises, including Call of Duty and Crash Bandicoot. 

We are a technology company and dedicated to openness. This means collaborating to tackle problems, the freedom to talk to anyone, and the best idea wins. We take the work seriously; ourselves, not so much!  

We’re open to work terms of 8+ months. If you just graduated, we still want to hear from you! 

Big company challenges, small company culture  

Demonware hosts millions of concurrently connected players. Some of the technologies we use are Python, Java, Linux, Vitess, Kafka, Pinot, Spark, Databricks, Tableau. We solve tough problems on a day-to-day basis, and our Co-op students have a huge impact on what we do. 

We’re looking for a Data Analyst to partner closely with our Product team to drive data-informed decision-making. You’ll play a critical role in uncovering insights, measuring product performance, and helping shape the product roadmap. Think of yourself as the go-to person for turning raw data into actionable insights that fuel product innovation.

The Role  

• Analyze and interpret data from a variety of systems, including but not limited to fraud analysis, disruptive behavior, and prosocial behavior in gaming communities.

• Build,maintain, and improve dashboards and reports that inform decision making and strategy.

• Identify and interpret trends and anomalies in the data, and offer opinions in support of product strategy.

• Filter, clean, and validate data to ensure accuracy and reliability in reporting and analysis.

• Present data findings and recommendations regularly to the Product team and other stakeholders.

• Proactively surface insights and recommendations to improve player experience, reduce fraud, and foster positive behavior in gaming communities.

• Collaborate regularly with Activision data science/machine learning teams and game studios.

• This role is part of the Demonware product team and as a result will require an inquisitive mind that cares about the “why” behind the data.

Requirements  

• Strong attention to detail.

• Proficiency in Structured Query Language (SQL).

• Ability to work collaboratively with multiple teams across Activision.

• Passionate about data and applying an analytical mindset to inform product decisions.

• Ability to conduct exploratory data analysis (EDA) and provide insights into key metrics.

• A proactive attitude and eagerness to learn.

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present findings in a clear and actionable way.

• The ability to work well, both autonomously, as part of a larger team, and asynchronously.

Nice-to-haves  

• Experience with Tableau.

• Experience with proposing and running experiments.

• Basic understanding of Machine Learning techniques for data analysis.

• Knowledge of Big Data technologies such as Spark.

• Experience in using project management tools.

Perks  

• Complimentary breakfast, lunch, and drinks from a fully stocked kitchen  

• BBQs and Lunch & Learns  

• City-center office location  

• Vacation allowance  

• Competitive pay  

• Free games  

How to Apply  

You can apply directly through your Co-op office or directly apply at demonware.net

If you are not applying through your school program, please submit your resume, cover letter (optional but preferred) and a copy of your most recent school transcripts.  

The standard base pay range for this role is 65,000 CAD annually. This value is the expected annualized base pay of interns in British Columbia, Canada. Ultimately, your offer will be based on several factors, including relevant education, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share additional details for this role during the hiring process.

We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! At Activision Blizzard, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

Our World

At Activision, we strive to create the most iconic brands in gaming and entertainment. We’re driven by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences for the world to enjoy, together. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, Crash Bandicoot™, Tony Hawk’s™ Pro Skater™, and Guitar Hero®. As a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products, our “press start” is simple: delight hundreds of millions of players around the world with innovative, fun, thrilling, and engaging entertainment experiences.

We’re not just looking back at our decades-long legacy; we’re forging ahead to keep advancing gameplay with some of the most popular titles and sophisticated technology in the world. We have bold ambitions to create the most inclusive company as we know our success comes from the passionate, creative, and diverse teams within our organization.

We’re in the business of delivering fun and unforgettable entertainment for our player community to enjoy. And our future opportunities have never been greater — this could be your opportunity to level up.

Ready to Activate Your Future?

The videogame industry and therefore our business is fast-paced and will continue to evolve. As such, the duties and responsibilities of this role may be changed as directed by the Company at any time to promote and support our business and relationships with industry partners.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to accommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.com. General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest.

Rewards

We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for 'Every World' - we've got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:

• Extended health plan, including medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, for employees and their dependents, as well as disability insurance;
• RRSP with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;
• Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;
• Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other benefit programs like supplemental life & critical illness, legal service, and others;
• If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.

Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company.