Who are we?

Tripledot is one of the largest independent mobile games companies in the world.

We are a multi-award-winning organisation, with a global 2,500+ strong team across 12 studios.

Our expanded portfolio includes some of the biggest titles in mobile gaming, collectively reaching top chart positions around the world and engaging over 25 million daily active users.

Tripledot’s guiding principle is that when people love what they do, what they do will be loved by others.

We’re building a company we’re proud of. One filled with driven, incredibly smart and detail-orientated people, who LOVE making games.

Our ambition is to be the most successful games company in the world, and we’re just getting started.

The role is working within our studio: PeopleFun

PeopleFun is an award-winning creator of mobile games for players across the globe. PeopleFun is a Dallas-based game studio founded and led by game industry veterans, where game developers thrive on collaboration, creativity, teamwork, and fun. Our games are played by over 25 million players each month, and we have a number of exciting mobile games in development to fuel the future growth of PeopleFun.

We believe in bringing People together through Fun by creating the best in class social features and communities in our games that enables our players to engage deeply with other players. Secondly we endeavor to bring our studio teammates together by creating the very best game teams that foster healthy collaboration, incredible productivity, and life-long professional relationships.

Candidates who reside or will reside in the following locations are eligible for this role: California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Oregon, Rhode Island, Texas, and Washington State.

Key Responsibilities

PeopleFun is seeking a Director of Data Science who will be responsible for building and leading our data science department. You will develop a strategic roadmap and establish best practices for leveraging data to enhance player engagement, monetization, and retention. This is a hands-on leadership role that requires both technical expertise and strategic vision.

Key Responsibilities

• Department Creation & Strategy: Design and implement the data science roadmap, aligning with business objectives.
• Game & Player Insights: Develop models and algorithms to analyze player behavior, predict churn, and optimize in-game experiences.
• Monetization & Retention: Use data-driven techniques to enhance monetization strategies (e.g., in-app purchases, ad revenue) and improve player retention.
• A/B Testing & Experimentation: Design, implement, and analyze A/B tests to evaluate game features and marketing strategies.
• Data Infrastructure & Tools: Collaborate with engineering teams to establish robust data pipelines and infrastructure.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with product managers, game designers, and marketing teams to integrate data-driven decision-making.
• Reporting & Visualization: Develop dashboards and reports to communicate key insights to leadership.
• Research: Stay up to date with the latest trends and advancements in data science, gaming analytics, and machine learning.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in data science, with at least 2 years in a leadership or managerial role. Gaming experience is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of machine learning, statistical modeling, and predictive analytics.
• Proficiency in SQL and programming languages such as Python or R.
• Experience with big data technologies (e.g., Spark, Hadoop) and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) is a plus.
• Familiarity with A/B testing frameworks and experimentation methodologies.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex data insights into actionable business recommendations.
• Passion for gaming and understanding of mobile game KPIs such as DAU, retention, ARPU, LTV, and churn.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Performance bonuses
• 401K Match Policy
• Family friendly culture
• Flex DTO policy
• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
• Wellness Perk
• Remote Work Perk
• Free drinks, snacks, and catered lunches on Fridays.
• Happy hours, social events, and more