Data Scientist â Experimentation & Measurement
Data Scientist â Experimentation & Measurement
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Why PlayStation
PlayStation isnt just the Best Place to Play its also the Best Place to Work. Today were recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation5 PlayStation4 PlayStationVR PlayStationPlus acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios and more.
PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation technology and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team.
The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation.
Role overview:
Join the Decision Science team within the broader Data Science Analytics & Enablement (DSAE) organisation at PlayStation. As a Data Scientist II you will focus on designing and interpreting experiments to evaluate the impact of PS personalisation initiatives top-decile engagement strategies and broader campaign performance. Youll work closely with cross-functional teams to embed experimentation into product development and decision-making.
What Youll Be Doing:
- Design and analyse A/B tests and quasi-experiments to assess the impact of various initiatives and campaigns.
- Support test setup hypothesis development and interpretation of results in partnership with product managers engineers and marketers.
- Independently retrieve and analyse data from sophisticated data systems using SQL and Python.
- Translate experimental results into actionable recommendations that influence decision-making.
- Contribute to the development and adoption of experimentation standard methodologies and tools.
- Stay current on developments in experimentation and causal inference and bring innovative thinking to your work.
- Share insights and collaborate with fellow data scientists to elevate experimentation capabilities across the team.
What were looking for:
- Masters or PhD in Statistics Economics or Econometrics. Other degrees in quantitative subject areas may be considered.
- 35 years of experience in a data science experimentation-focused role (less with PhD).
- Solid understanding of A/B testing concepts and foundational causal inference methods.
- Proficiency in SQL for data extraction and transformation.
- Proficiency in Python.
- Broad and applied knowledge of statistical techniques and machine learning modelling methods.
- Ability to communicate data-driven insights to cross-functional stakeholders.
- Bonus: Interest in or knowledge of video games gaming platforms or player behaviour.
Benefits:
- Discretionary bonus opportunity
- Hybrid Working (within Flexmodes)
- Private Medical Insurance
- Dental Scheme
- 25 days holiday per year
- On Site Gym
- Subsidised Caf
- Free soft drinks
- On site bar
- Access to cycle garage and showers
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity gender expression and gender reassignment) race (including colour nationality ethnic or national origin) religion or belief marital or civil partnership status disability age sexual orientation pregnancy maternity or parental status trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.
We strive to create an inclusive environment empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.
PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.
Employment Type
Full Time
