Data Scientist – Experimentation & Measurement

PlayStation; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join PlayStation as a Data Scientist II in the Decision Science team, focusing on designing and interpreting experiments to enhance user engagement and campaign performance. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to embed experimentation into product development, requiring a strong background in statistics and data analysis.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus opportunity

Hybrid Working

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

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a data science experimentation-focused role.
• Solid understanding of statistical techniques and machine learning methods.
• Bonus: Interest in video games or player behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyse A/B tests and quasi-experiments.
• Translate experimental results into actionable recommendations.
• Contribute to the development of experimentation methodologies.

Skills

A/B testing concepts

Causal inference methods

Data-driven insights communication

Education

Master’s or PhD in Statistics, Economics, or Econometrics

Tools

SQL

Python

Job description

Why PlayStation?

PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Recognized as a global leader in entertainment, we produce the PlayStation family of products and services, including PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, PlayStation VR, PlayStation Plus, and acclaimed software titles from PlayStation Studios.

We strive to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome everyone passionate about innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team.

The PlayStation brand is part of Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation.

Role Overview:

Join the Decision Science team within the broader Data Science, Analytics, & Enablement (DSAE) organization at PlayStation. As a Data Scientist II, you will focus on designing and interpreting experiments to evaluate the impact of PS+ personalization initiatives, engagement strategies, and campaign performance. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed experimentation into product development and decision-making.

What You’ll Be Doing:

1. Design and analyse A/B tests and quasi-experiments to evaluate initiatives and campaigns.
2. Support test setup, hypothesis development, and interpretation of results with product managers, engineers, and marketers.
3. Retrieve and analyze data independently from sophisticated data systems using SQL and Python.
4. Translate experimental results into actionable insights to influence decisions.
5. Contribute to developing and adopting experimentation methodologies and tools.
6. Stay updated on developments in experimentation and causal inference, bringing innovative ideas to your work.
7. Share insights and collaborate with fellow data scientists to enhance experimentation capabilities across the team.

What We're Looking For:

• Master’s or PhD in Statistics, Economics, Econometrics, or related quantitative fields.
• 3–5 years of experience in a data science experimentation role (less with a PhD).
• Strong understanding of A/B testing and causal inference methods.
• Proficiency in SQL and Python.
• Knowledge of statistical techniques and machine learning methods.
• Ability to communicate insights effectively to cross-functional stakeholders.
• Bonus: Interest or knowledge of video games, gaming platforms, or player behavior.

Benefits:

• Discretionary bonus opportunity
• Hybrid working within Flexmodes
• Private Medical Insurance
• Dental Scheme
• 25 days holiday per year
• On-site gym, café, and bar
• Access to cycle garage and showers
• Free soft drinks

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, religion, marital status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or membership in protected categories.

We promote an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We encourage everyone to apply.

PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer; qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.