Game Economy Specialist
4 days ago
Company Overview
At Outerdawn, we strive for excellence in the gaming industry. Our team of developers is diverse, with a mix of industry veterans and emerging talent who share a passion for creating engaging gaming experiences.
Salary and Benefits
We offer a competitive salary that reflects industry experience and skills. Our benefits package includes wellness days to support mental health and wellbeing, a gym club membership allowance to promote a healthy lifestyle, and Southern Cross wellbeing two cover for comprehensive health insurance.
Job Description
We are seeking a Data Analyst to join our team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in analyzing player behavior, balancing our in-game economy, and providing insights that drive game progression. Key responsibilities include:
- Analyzing gameplay data to understand player behavior, monetization patterns, and in-game economy health.
- Collaborating with the design team to implement, balance, and refine game economy features.
- Developing reports and dashboards to track key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide actionable insights for game progression, retention, and monetization.
- Conducting A/B testing and data-driven experiments to optimize game features and monetization strategies.
- Translating complex data into accessible insights and making recommendations to improve player satisfaction and engagement.
Required Skills and Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- A bachelor's degree in Data Science, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field.
- Proven experience as a Data Analyst, ideally with a focus on gaming or digital economies.
- Proficiency in SQL, data visualization tools (Tableau, Looker), and data analysis tools (Python, R).
- Strong analytical skills with an understanding of player psychology and game design principles.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate data into clear insights.
Benefits
In addition to a competitive salary and benefits package, we offer regular social events to foster a culture of fun and teamwork. These may include pub quizzes, movie nights, escape rooms, pool tournaments, and other activities to help you relax and recharge.
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