Remote Game Strategy Data Analyst

Description

Remote Game Strategy Data Analyst

Embark on a Creative Data Journey

Are you someone who thrives on decoding patterns, crafting inventive strategies, and reimagining gameplay through the lens of data? We’re searching for a Remote Game Strategy Data Analyst who blends creative insight with analytical expertise to shape the next generation of immersive game experiences. With an annual salary of $82,640, this fully remote role allows you to dive into gaming innovation, all from the comfort of your command center.

Join a company that believes data isn't just about numbers, stories, strategy, and transformation. Here, your ideas won't just be heard; they'll be played out in games enjoyed by millions. If you’ve ever dreamed of influencing game design with your strategic mind, here’s your move.

What You’ll Be Doing

Crafting Strategic Insights

  • Analyze player behavior, in-game decisions, and progression metrics to uncover strategic patterns.
  • Transform raw gameplay data into compelling narratives that guide design and development.
  • Assess controlled experiments to uncover the most engaging and balanced game mechanics.

Designing Data-Driven Features

  • Collaborate with game designers to shape mechanics informed by user data.
  • Provide strategic input on monetization paths, difficulty curves, and user retention strategies.
  • Develop scenario simulations to model the impact of new features before implementation.

Driving Creative Analytics

  • Identify emerging gameplay trends across genres and demographics.
  • Experiment with new models for predicting player engagement and strategic behavior.
  • Develop custom dashboards to visualize core strategy metrics in real time.

Championing Player-Centric Strategy

  • Prioritize feedback loops that keep the player experience intuitive and dynamic.
  • Recommend gameplay changes based on deep behavioral insights and predictive models.
  • Spot churn risks before they happen and proactively recommend strategic adjustments.

Your Daily Tech Stack

Tools of the Trade

  • SQL and Python for robust querying and data wrangling
  • Tableau or Looker for storytelling through visualization
  • Unity analytics, Firebase, and custom telemetry systems
  • Jupyter Notebooks for strategic experimentation
  • Git-based workflows for collaborative project tracking

Optional but Awesome

  • R or Scala for advanced statistical modeling
  • Exposure to AI/ML techniques for behavior prediction
  • Experience with game engines and simulation models

Where You’ll Thrive

Remote but Never Removed

You’ll operate in a remote-first environment where creativity knows no boundaries. Expect high-energy standups, async brainstorms, and cross-team collaborations that fuel innovation.

Flexible Flow

Work during your peak creative hours. Whether you're a sunrise starter or a night owl strategist, your schedule is yours to design, as long as the results are remarkable.

A Culture of Imagination

This isn’t a "just run the numbers" job. Our team comprises gamers, tinkerers, storytellers, and data dreamers. You’ll be encouraged to test outlandish hypotheses, question the status quo, and introduce ideas that bend the rules of conventional play.

What We’re Looking For

Qualifications That Matter

  • 3+ years in data analytics, preferably in gaming, digital entertainment, or strategic products
  • Strong foundation in SQL and at least one scripting language (Python preferred)
  • Proven ability to translate data insights into strategic recommendations
  • Experience working cross-functionally with creative and technical teams
  • Passion for games, gameplay loops, and user experience dynamics

Bonus Skills

  • Knowledge of game balance mechanics or competitive gameplay design
  • Understanding of gamification principles in non-gaming contexts
  • Prior exposure to multiplayer, mobile, or turn-based strategy games

What Success Looks Like

Within 3 Months:

  • Fully embedded within the analytics and game strategy teams
  • Deliver your first report influencing a central gameplay feature

Within 6 Months:

  • Own an entire strategic performance vertical (e.g., onboarding funnel or late-game engagement)
  • Lead insight sessions with product managers and game designers

Within 12 Months:

  • Drive key decision-making on roadmap features
  • Launch new predictive models that enhance user retention or monetization strategies

Why This Role Is Exciting

Shape Games That Matter

Your insights will directly influence gameplay, pacing, and player satisfaction. You will not just support decisions—you will drive them.

Solve Strategic Puzzles

Every dataset is a treasure map. Unravel mysteries, test theories, and help create unforgettable experiences for players worldwide.

Grow With a Visionary Team

Join a company that’s redefining what games can be. Our vision goes beyond entertainment—we’re creating strategic platforms for expression, competition, and connection.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Apply now and be part of a team where your creativity fuels strategy and your strategy fuels global experiences. Whether you’ve worked in AAA titles or indie gems, we’re excited to see how you play the game of innovation.

🎯 Click "Apply" and bring your data strategy to life. Let's change how the world plays—one insight at a time.