Novato, California, United States Hybrid USD 108,900 - 161,160 Yearly

Visual Concepts is hiring a Data Scientist

Responsibilities

  • Leverage a mixed background of expertise and experience that crosses product and business analytics, applied data science (e.g. A/B testing, experimentation, and predictive modeling), and product management knowledge.
  • Develop, test, and articulate a clear understanding of opportunities for game features, economy optimization, and improvements that drive player acquisition, engagement, retention, and monetization.
  • Research and implement models to deeply understand and improve in-game experiences for our players (e.g., gameplay/balance tuning, player segmentation/clustering, etc.)
  • Partner with and regularly present insights to key strategic business partners (e.g., Growth Strategy, Marketing, Product Development and Product Management)
  • Guide several in-development titles through early data creation through launch.
  • Craft insights for partners of all technical backgrounds to help lead changes in new and existing titles

Requirements

  • Proficient in Python or R programming
  • Proficient in relational databases and SQL. Experience with Data Bricks is a plus.
  • Proficient with the creation of rich data visualizations and visual story-telling, using platforms such as Tableau

Nice to Have

  • You have a shown foundation with technical breadth and expertise in the domains of statistics, machine learning, and data analytics
  • You are a creative problem solver, a self-starter with the passion and enthusiasm to drive impact
  • Passion and experience with games developed by Gearbox
  • You’re able to optimally balance problem-solving from a technical solution standpoint while also providing transparency through concise partner communications
  • You can present technical findings in an accessible way to partners of varying backgrounds across the business

Additional Information

  • We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.
  • Please note that 2K Games and its studios never uses instant messaging apps or personal email accounts to contact prospective employees or conduct interviews and when emailing, only use 2K.com accounts.
Required Skills
PythonRSQLTableauData BricksStatisticsMachine LearningData AnalyticsProblem SolvingCommunication Python or R programmingrelational databasesSQL. Experiencethe creation of rich data visualizationsvisual story-tellingusing platforms such as Tableauthe domains of statisticsmachine learningdata analyticsgames developed by Gearbox
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Visual Concepts
One of the world’s top game development studios, known for shipping over 100 multi-sku titles to critical acclaim and commercial success, including the NBA 2K franchise.
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Posted 3 months ago