Position OverviewWe're looking for a Principal Data Analyst to join our Analytics team at Zynga.
In this senior role, you'll be a key partner to our game teams, shaping product strategy and driving impactful data-driven decisions that improve our games, boost player engagement, and fuel business growth.
You'll combine deep quantitative analysis, business acumen, and technical expertise to uncover insights that matter.
As a Principal, you'll also help elevate analytics standards across the company, mentor analysts, and champion a culture of data-informed decision-making.What You'll DoLead the development of data-driven strategies for top games, influencing product roadmaps, features, and monetization.Partner with cross-functional teams to analyze player behavior, economy trends, and product performance.Design A/B tests and build predictive models (e.g., churn, LTV, segmentation) to assess and forecast outcomes.Mentor analysts and present insights clearly to senior leadership through compelling storytelling and dashboards.Collaborate on improving data tools and pipelines while promoting data literacy and experimentation best practices.What You Bring5+ years of experience in analytics or data science roles, ideally in gaming, mobile apps, or digital products.Expert proficiency in SQL and Python for data exploration and analysis.Solid experience with A/B testing, causal inference, and experimentation design.Strong background in applied statistics; experience with Bayesian methods is a plus.Demonstrated experience working with visualization tools like Tableau, Looker, or similar.Ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for both technical and non-technical audiences.Excellent communication skills, with experience influencing senior stakeholders.Strong business sense and product intuition; you understand how to prioritize what matters most.Experience mentoring or leading other analysts is a big plus.Fast learner, highly meticulous, proactive, and pragmatic.What We OfferGym Facilities: Want to stay in shape?
We have state-of-the-art gym facilities so you can level up your build stats.New Office: Enjoy our brand-new office, complete with top-tier amenities, including a professional barista and delicious breakfast options.Onsite Physiotherapist: Book an appointment with our onsite physiotherapist for any aches and pains.Onsite Hairdressers: Drop by our onsite hairdressers for a trim (and forget your wallet; it's a Guild perk).
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