Senior Manager, Data Science and Economics

Senior Manager, Data Science and Economics

Job Title
:
Senior Manager, Data Science and Economics

Requisition : R026276

Reporting To
:
Director, Mobile Analytics

Department
:
Global Analytics

Location
:
Santa Monica, CA (Hybrid, in office 3 days/week)

Job Description
:

We are looking for a talented Data Science Manager to join our Mobile Analytics team. The team’s goal is to put science into product and marketing decisions and help make a better game for both players and the company. Your product of focus is Call of Duty Mobile, one of the top mobile shooters on the market with over 10M global daily active users.

You will be the technical leader for the data science and economics discipline, with a strong supporting team. First year responsibilities include:

• Partner with various product stakeholders to develop novel data science insights and solutions that directly impact feature roadmap, player retention and acquisition strategy, and economy
• Act as the thought leader for data scientists on the team, holding the team to a high technical standard
• Help the team to expand technical depth on areas including, but not limited to, experimentation, causal inference, and econometrics
• Identify new opportunities in applying data science into product decisions and in-game economy policies, with an eye on evolving the team’s long‑term competence
• Help define the group’s data science and economics roadmap and resource plans

Player Profile
:

• The ability to communicate complex results to a wide variety of stakeholders
• Team and impact oriented, ability to build collaborative relationships effectively that leads to actionable solutions for the business
• Eager to lend your expertise in every data and analytical conversation and be an advocate for data science in gaming
• Expertise in econometrics, statistical inference, experimentation design, and analysis
• Experience in developing machine learning models and/or optimization models a plus
• Proficient at performing analyses using R, Python, or similar tools
• Working knowledge of SQL, bonus for experience with big data tools and stacks
• Advanced degree with a technical focus;
  PhD a plus
• 10+ years of combined industry and research experience, with a minimum of 3 years in industry preferred

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?

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! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

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