Senior Data Scientist, Marketing at Rockstar Games

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Jul, 26

Salary

161800.0

Posted On

04 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

SQL, Python, PySpark, Machine learning, Predictive modeling, Data visualization, Statistical analysis, Marketing analytics, Data reporting, Dashboard creation, Automation, Data standardization, Stakeholder management, Communication, Snowflake, Databricks

Industry

Computer Games

Description

At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences. Become part of a team working on some of the most rewarding, large-scale creative projects to be found in any entertainment medium - all within an inclusive, highly-motivated environment where you can learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry. Rockstar is on the lookout for a passionate Senior Data Scientist of Marketing who possesses a passion for videogames and creating valuable insights from a variety of data sources. This is a full-time, in-office position based out of Rockstar’s NYC headquarters in Downtown Manhattan. WHAT WE DO The Rockstar Analytics team provides insights and actionable results to a wide variety of stakeholders across the organization in support of their decision making. We perform complex analyses, build reporting solutions, and help develop data that drives forward actionable, efficient insight delivery to help inform decisions across multiple stakeholder groups and development projects. RESPONSIBILITIES Assure Rockstar’s ongoing competitive advantage through statistical analysis, machine learning, and useful monitoring reports to identify patterns and predict outcomes. Partner with marketing stakeholders to define business objectives, translate those objectives into data questions, and identify the appropriate analytical solution to drive insights and data-informed business decisions. Build self-service reporting and other data products that provide flexibility for business stakeholders to investigate questions while maintaining accuracy, efficiency, and clarity in results. Drive creation and adoption of predictive models for marketing campaign performance, leading implementation across stakeholders. Generate marketing reports, dashboards, and insights collaborating with the marketing analytics team, across analytics teams, and with our stakeholders. Evaluate performance of marketing campaigns, collating data across multiple marketing channels. Generate insights at scale, prioritizing automation of reports and data standardization. Possess subject matter expertise for Marketing Analytics and build the team’s analytics capabilities. Use machine learning for predictive modeling of our player and marketing channel data to help inform targeting strategies and campaign goals. Maintain and enhance existing marketing reports, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and relevance to executive stakeholders. REQUIREMENTS 5+ years of experience in data science or similar role within the gaming, marketing, finance, or technology fields required. 4+ years of experience working with SQL, Python, and/or PySpark to perform exploratory analyses with optimized queries. 4+ years of experience in data visualization and hands on working with complex data. 2+ years of experience developing machine learning models to solve complex business problems. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate and visualize complex information in a meaningful way to a variety of audiences. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and maintain relations with diverse teams and stakeholders, at all hierarchal levels. Ability to work directly with a variety of stakeholders to understand their needs and provide relevant and actionable solutions. Ability to draw inferences from disparate pieces of data, identifying key findings and linking to business strategies or objectives. PLUSES Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position. Experience with Snowflake and/or Databricks. Game industry experience strongly desired. Experience with marketing data and deliverables preferred. HOW TO APPLY Please apply with a resume and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process. Rockstar is committed to creating a work environment that promotes equal opportunity, dignity and respect. In line with this commitment, Rockstar will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process in order for such applicants to be considered for the position for which they are applying, as well as to qualified employees to enable them to perform the essential functions of their roles. If you need more information about Rockstar’s reasonable accommodation policies or process, or need to request an accommodation, please notify your recruiter during the interview process. If you’ve got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, race, or any other protected category. #LI-SD1 The pay range for this position in New York State (inclusive of New York City) at the start of employment is expected to be between the range below* per year. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. *NY Base Pay Range $121,400—$161,800 USD

Responsibilities

The role involves performing statistical analysis and machine learning to identify patterns and predict marketing outcomes. You will partner with stakeholders to build self-service reporting and predictive models that drive data-informed business decisions.