Lead Data Analyst (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Lead Data Analyst (Gamedev): Defining analytical directions and healthy game metrics for Pocket Champs with an accent on experimentation frameworks and product insights. Focus on designing end-to-end A/B test methodologies, building KPI frameworks from first principles, and coordinating data model requirements.

Location: Not open to relocation; no visa sponsorship available

Company

hirify.global is a fast-growing mobile gaming company known for its high-grossing title Pocket Champs and a culture of ownership and creativity.

What you will do

• Shape game strategy by defining health metrics and challenging investment decisions using data.
• Lead analytics standards, set methodology benchmarks, and mentor analysts on quality and rigor.
• Own the end-to-end A/B test framework, from design to evaluation and result interpretation.
• Translate business questions into data model requirements in collaboration with the Data Core team.
• Proactively identify and surface critical product insights to drive decision-making.
• Establish communication standards for delivering analytical findings to designers, PMs, and Live Ops.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in mobile gaming analytics across the full release cycle.
• Expert proficiency in SQL and either R or Python for data exploration and analysis.
• Strong statistical foundation for designing and evaluating A/B tests under non-ideal conditions.
• Proven track record of building KPI frameworks from first principles based on specific game context.
• Ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• No relocation or visa sponsorship is provided for this role

Nice to have

• Experience scaling game revenue across various game types.
• Familiarity with Bayesian methods.
• Experience designing data models and metric layers.
• Proficiency with Looker and LookML.

Culture & Benefits

• High-ownership environment where creativity and performance are prioritized.
• Tech-driven ecosystem integrating proprietary modules and AI to enhance game functionality.
• Collaborative culture working closely with Game Tech, Web Tech, and AI teams.
• Passionate, innovative team environment focused on constant learning.

Hiring process

• Interviews with the recruiter and direct manager.
• Home assignment followed by an interview review.
• Meetings with stakeholders, the team, and company leadership.