Senior Manager, Data Science and Economics

Job Title:

Senior Manager, Data Science and Economics

Requisition ID:

R026276

Job Description:

Job Title:           Sr. Manager, Data Science and Economics

Reporting To:    Director, Mobile Analytics

Department:     Global Analytics

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

Your Mission is:

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 to 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 analytic 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.  

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to accommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.com. General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics.

Rewards

We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World’ - we’ve got our employees covered!  Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:

• Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance;
• 401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;
• Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;
• Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;
• If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.

Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company.  You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/.

In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $134,320.00 - $248,404.00 Annual. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role’s range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates, new hire compensation is negotiable.