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Senior/Staff Data Scientist – Measurement and Experimentation

PlayStation
London, United Kingdom
Posted 4 hours ago
Last seen 4 hours ago
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full-time
Admin (PDS)

Job Summary

Lead innovation in experimentation and causal inference as a Senior/Staff Data Scientist at PlayStation, shaping the future of decision-making and product innovation. Drive research, mentor data scientists, and advance experimentation infrastructure to deliver player-first experiences.

About this job

As a Staff Data Scientist, you will lead innovation in experimentation and causal inference, shaping decision-making and product innovation at SIE. You will drive research in experimentation methodologies, mentor team members, and elevate the experimentation strategy. This role involves fostering a culture of curiosity and rigor to deliver player-first experiences through evidence-based decisions.

Requirements

- Master’s Degree or equivalent experience in Applied Math, Economics, Statistics, Computer Science, or related field. Ph.D. or equivalent experience preferred. - Strong familiarity with the gaming industry and contemporary gaming experiences. - 8+ years of experience in data science, including extensive hands-on work in experimentation, with at least 2+ years in a mentoring or technical leadership capacity. - Proven track record of leading experimentation innovation and scaling frameworks within a dynamic business environment. - Proficiency in SQL and statistical programming languages (e.g., R or Python), especially for causal inference, experimental analysis, and scalable modeling. - Expertise in causal inference techniques and designing both randomized and quasi-experiments. - Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence data strategies that inform business and product decisions. - Excellent communication and storytelling skills, especially in conveying complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders. - Experience working with modern data engineering and visualization tools (e.g., Airflow, Git, Tableau, MicroStrategy). - A strong sense of ownership and an inclusive leadership style that encourages collaboration and innovation.

Benefits & Perks

- Discretionary bonus opportunity - Hybrid Working (within Flexmodes) - Private Medical Insurance - Dental Scheme - 25 days holiday per year - On Site Gym - Subsidised Café - Free soft drinks - On site bar - Access to cycle garage and showers

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