Analytics Strategy Lead, Minecraft at Microsoft

Redmond, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Data Analysis, Business Intelligence, Stakeholder Management, Analytics Storytelling, Big Data Technologies, PySpark, SQL, Game Development Analytics, Telemetry, Governance Frameworks, AI/ML Concepts, TensorFlow, PyTorch, Data Science Principles, Agile, Azure DevOps

Industry

Software Development

Description

Drive the evolution of a hub-and-spoke analytics model by partnering with Data Science leadership to shape its design, ensure alignment across BI strategy, and guide effective implementation. Lead analytics communication planning and ensure operational readiness for product launch analytics, partnering with stakeholders to keep them informed and aligned on analytics strategy. Partner with Player and Data Insights leadership to streamline operations and maintain transparency and alignment across the organization. Actively participate and represent Data Insights in product and business reviews, coordinating information flow across data functions. Prepare and streamline RoB materials and dashboards for speed and clarity, aligning with Data Science leadership on strategic interpretation and executive storytelling. Represent analytics in new game development efforts, ensuring new game telemetry and data specs align with Mojang governance frameworks and represent a “north star” framework of analytics deliverables for key products. Conduct hands-on analysis using Big Data technologies (PySpark, SQL) to inform acquisition, engagement, retention, and monetization strategies. Synthesize complex data into clear recommendations for product teams and leadership. Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders Master's Degree in Mathematics, Analytics, Engineering, Computer Science, Marketing, Business, Economics or related field AND 4+ years experience in data analysis and reporting, business intelligence, or business and financial analysis OR Bachelor's Degree in Statistics, Finance, Mathematics, Analytics, Engineering, Computer Science, Marketing, Business, Economics or related field AND 6+ years experience in data analysis and reporting, business intelligence, or business and financial analysis OR equivalent experience. Experience with Big Data technologies such as PySpark and SQL for acquisition, engagement, retention, and/or monetization analysis. Experience with stakeholder management, analytics storytelling, and presentation to large audiences. Games industry knowledge Familiarity with game development analytics, including telemetry and governance frameworks. Proficient in AI/ML concepts, frameworks, and tools (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch). Experience using big data tools such as Spark (PySpark), Databricks. Understanding of data science principles and methodologies. Experience with software development processes and tools (e.g., Agile, Azure DevOps). Ability to synthesize complex data into strategic recommendations for leadership. Coordinate joint efforts with product and other stakeholder teams, representing Player and Data Insights teams in large scale projects at Mojang Studios. Collaborate with Data Engineering and Analytics Environment teams to ensure best-in-class data coverage in support of Business Intelligence and analytics strategy deliverables.

Responsibilities

Drive the evolution of a hub-and-spoke analytics model and lead analytics communication planning. Conduct hands-on analysis using Big Data technologies to inform acquisition, engagement, retention, and monetization strategies.