Senior Data Scientist, Growth

2 Months ago • 4 Years + • Data Analyst • $160,000 PA - $200,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

thatgamecompany seeks a Senior Data Scientist, Growth to support Sky: Children of the Light. Responsibilities include analyzing complex datasets for actionable insights, creating dashboards and reports, collaborating with game development and marketing teams, defining and improving key metrics (LTV, retention), implementing machine learning techniques, designing and executing A/B tests, developing and maintaining SKAdNetwork ETL pipelines, and working cross-functionally to improve data collection. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in Python, SQL, statistical modeling, visualization tools, and mobile attribution platforms, coupled with excellent communication and problem-solving skills. The role involves leveraging data science to enhance user acquisition and organic growth while upholding the game's core values.
Must have:
  • Analyze complex datasets
  • Create dashboards and reports
  • Implement machine learning
  • Develop SKAdNetwork pipelines
  • Python, SQL, statistical modeling
  • Excellent communication skills
Good to have:
  • Experience with Sky: Children of the Light
  • Experience in free-to-play games
  • Japanese, Mandarin, or Korean proficiency
Perks:
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holidays and Two Weeks Winter Break
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
  • Pet Insurance
  • Compassionate Leave
  • Wellness Stipend
  • Work From Home Stipend
  • 401K with Company Match
  • Mental Health Resources
  • Discount Portal
  • Professional Development Support

Job Details

Senior Data Scientist, Growth

Remote - US & Canada

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.

Key Responsibilities

Analysis & Insights

  • 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.

Data Science & Modeling

  • 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.

Data Engineering & Optimization

  • 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.

Key Qualifications

Experience & Technical Expertise

  • Educational Background: Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.

  • Professional Experience:

    • 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.

  • Technical Skills:

    • 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.

Communication & Problem-Solving

  • 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.

Bonus Points

  • Extensive experience with Sky: Children of the Light and its community.

  • Experience in data science in mobile, free-to-play, or live-service games.

  • Business proficiency in additional languages such as Japanese, Mandarin, or Korean.

Perks:

  • 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

We look forward to meeting you!

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. or Canada. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

The salary range for this position is $160,000 USD to $200,000 USD annually, with the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus. This salary range is an estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on the Company’s compensation practices.

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About The Company

thatgamecompany is best recognized for creating award-winning, enriching, and meaningful game titles such as Journey, Flower, and flOw. Sky is our most complex undertaking to date. It is a social network built around the values inherited from a powerful humanistic story. It is a live experience continuously evolving inside a global online theme park. We are also working on an unannounced game, look out for it soon!

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