Published: Mon, 09 Jun 2025 12:50:56 GMT
Game Data Analyst – A Thinking Ape
At A Thinking Ape, data is an integral part of our game development and growth strategy. Our self-service analytics tools allow teams across the studio to independently access, explore, and utilize data. The Data and Player Insights team drives this capability by building and maintaining data infrastructure, promoting data literacy, and conducting in-depth analyses to inform strategic decisions.
As a Game Data Analyst, you will play a crucial role in our data ecosystem by uncovering insights, shaping product strategy, and optimizing the performance of our mobile games. Through advanced analytics and collaborative problem-solving, you will enhance the player experience and drive the continued success of our live game portfolio in a fast-paced, competitive market.
Key Responsibilities:
– Develop and enhance analytics tools and dashboards to enable studio-wide access to actionable insights.
– Analyze player behavior and game performance using advanced techniques to generate insights that enhance player engagement and game success.
– Support the design and execution of A/B tests to generate actionable insights for game development and live operations.
– Promote data fluency across the studio by mentoring data consumers, establishing best practices, and advocating for data quality and consistency.
– Work closely with designers and live ops managers to evaluate feature and event performance, define success metrics, and guide decisions from planning through launch.
– Partner with data engineers to support the maintenance and evolution of data models and pipelines that power our analytics ecosystem.
– Build and validate predictive models to forecast key metrics such as LTV and churn, supporting long-term strategic planning.
Qualifications:
– 3-5+ years of experience in game data analysis, including data preprocessing, exploration, and visualization to drive decision-making.
– Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field such as Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, or Computer Science; advanced degree preferred.
– Strong proficiency in SQL and experience working with large-scale datasets; familiarity with Python is a plus.
– Expertise in data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Looker) and applied statistical techniques is required.
– Proven ability to lead analytical projects and collaborate effectively across departments.
– Passion for games and a strong understanding of mobile gaming trends, core mechanics, player behavior, and game KPIs.
– Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights and strategic recommendations.
What’s in it for you:
– A flexible, safe, and inclusive work environment with supportive leadership and a strong team.
– Autonomy to do your best work and take on thought-provoking projects.
– Competitive compensation, generous health benefits, and plenty of perks.
– Opportunities for career growth and development.
– A diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
Our commitment to inclusion:
At A Thinking Ape, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce allows us to make better decisions and understand the needs of our players. We strive to create an environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work and feel like they belong. We welcome candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply and will provide accommodations or support during the recruitment process if needed.
We are currently working remotely and provide the necessary equipment for you to do your job. We offer a flexible work schedule, three weeks of vacation, flexible sick days, and a generous health benefits package. We are open to candidates outside of Canada, with the requirement to work in the Pacific time zone. Compensation is determined by role, level, and location. For candidates located in British Columbia, the salary range for this role is CAD $75,000 to $95,000 annually.
Join our team and play a key role in shaping the future of mobile gaming! If you are passionate about data analytics and gaming, we want to hear from you. Apply now to embark on an exciting journey with us. Apply link