Netflix is looking to leverage data science and engineering to improve various aspects of its video game development and live operations, aiming to enhance player experiences and drive business success in the gaming sector.
Requirements
- Deep expertise in data science and analytics, with demonstrated experience in applying these fields to drive impact for game development and live operations.
Responsibilities
- lead your team to support games from pre-production to launch and through live operations using a combination of applied research, in-game experimentation, ML solutions, and advanced analytics.
- guide the team in creating deep-dive behavioral research, building ML models to improve in-game systems, and developing game-specific data solutions to enhance player experience.
- oversee the design and analysis of in-game experiments, ensure robust instrumentation and data validation, and foster rapid learning cycles that are tightly integrated into studio workflows.
- guide the development of key dashboards for feature launch, engagement, and retention, as well as developer-facing tools for telemetry health and performance insights.
- lead your team's efforts in developing personalization systems (like matchmaking and progression tuning), anti-cheat detection, and lifecycle modeling for key metrics like retention and lifetime value (LTV).
- contribute to strategies that bridge insights from other content categories (TV/movie and Live) , enhancing a holistic understanding of member engagement.
- provide regular feedback and guidance, ensuring the team's work is technically rigorous, impactful, and aligned with studio needs.
Other
- Proven track record of building, managing, mentoring, and inspiring data science and analytics teams.
- 5+ years of experience managing highly technical individuals contributors.
- A "bias for action", a passion for rapid learning, and a 0-to-1 mindset that allows you to thrive in ambiguous, fast-paced environments.
- Default to setting the stage for your team to lead and shine - business impact and the team's success are above all else.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate with a variety of technical and non-technical partners, from game developers and producers to executive leadership.
- A self-starter with a positive attitude and a passion for using data science to drive business impact, particularly in the gaming and entertainment space.
- Ph.D. or advanced degree in Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related field.
