Data Design Analyst

Rockstar; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences.

Become part of a team working on some of the most rewarding, large-scale creative projects to be found in any entertainment medium - all within an inclusive, highly-motivated environment where you can learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry.

Rockstar Games is on the lookout for a passionate Data Design Analyst with strong software development skills who possesses a passion for both games and big data.

This is a full-time, permanent and in-office position based in Rockstar’s unique game development studio in the heart of London.

WHAT WE DO

• The Rockstar Analytics team provides insights and actionable results to a wide variety of stakeholders across the organization in support of making judgements.
• We leverage analytics to measure and improve the success and health of our games.
• We collaborate as a global team to develop cutting-edge data pipelines, data products, data models, reports, analyses, and machine learning applications.
• The Business Analytics vertical within the Analytics team is tasked with empowering Rockstar with data by helping design and implement game telemetry that drives better gameplay, player engagement, and business decisions.
• We aim to win hearts and minds by making data accessible, insightful, and actionable – building strong relationships with developers, designers, and stakeholders to ensure data is embraced as a core part of game development.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Partner with game designers, developers, and other stakeholders to help design and implement robust telemetry that supports long-term insights.
• Bridge the gap between data and non-data teams, ensuring our data meets the needs for achieving great game balance, player experience, and business intelligence.
• Advocate for the power of data, helping teams understand its value and how it can shape better decision-making.
• Build strong relationships across teams and time zones, influencing and educating stakeholders to drive data-informed decisions.
• Create impactful visualizations and reports using SQL, Excel, and Tableau (preferred) to make complex insights accessible.
• Support our internal data team by refining telemetry taxonomy and contributing to ongoing data developments.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g. Data Analytics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Business, or related).
• 3 – 5 years of experience in game analytics, data analytics, or business intelligence.
• Hands-on experience with SQL, Excel, and data visualization tools (Tableau preferred).
• Familiarity with data telemetry, taxonomy, and cloud analytics (Databricks, etc).

SKILLS

• Telemetry or other data design experience.
• Analytical mindset – ability to turn data into actionable insights.
• Strong communication and storytelling – able to make complex data accessible and engaging.
• Collaboration & relationship-building – skilled at working across teams and time zones.
• Problem-solving & initiative – proactive in improving data systems and processes.
• Stakeholder influence – able to advocate for data-driven decision-making.

PLUSES

Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.

• Experience with Python & Pyspark.
• Experience with GitHub.
• Experience in the game industry or with game telemetry design.
• Passion for gaming in general.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply with a CV and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process.

Rockstar is committed to creating a work environment that promotes equal opportunity, dignity, and respect. In line with this commitment, Rockstar will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process in order for such applicants to be considered for the position for which they are applying, as well as to qualified employees to enable them to perform the essential functions of their roles. If you need more information about Rockstar’s reasonable accommodation policies or process, or need to request an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department.

If you’ve got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, race, or any other protected category.