Lead Data Scientist

Vertigo; Fatih; On-site; TRY 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Meal allowance

In-office catering

Private health insurance

Continuous learning support

Equity opportunities

Bonus holidays

Referral bonuses

Milestone awards

Game room and office events

Team events

Job summary

A leading game development company in Istanbul is seeking a passionate Lead Data Scientist to join our dynamic team. You will analyze player behavior and in-game metrics to drive better decisions. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of data science experience, proficiency in SQL and Python, and a passion for gaming. This on-site role offers a competitive compensation package and a vibrant company culture geared towards growth and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on data science experience in tech companies.
• Experience managing data within cloud warehousing environments.
• Interest in mobile gaming industry trends and user behavior.

Responsibilities

• Interpret large datasets to provide actionable insights.
• Collaborate with engineers to optimize data pipelines.
• Conduct exploratory analysis and A/B testing.
• Develop visualization suites (dashboards, reports).

Skills

SQL

Python

Data analysis

Communication skills

Collaboration

Tools

BigQuery

Job description

We create amazing games that rank at the top on both iOS & Android, loved and played by 150+ million fans worldwide!

Check out our smash-hit games:

- Critical Strike

- Polygun Arena

Now, we're looking for a passionateLead Data Scientistto join our dynamic team inIstanbul. This is an on-site role in Istanbul, Levent. This is an on-site role, where you will be working5 days a week from our office in Levent.In this role, we deeply care about your passion for data-driven insights in gaming. We highly encourage you toget familiar with both of our games before you apply and complete your application only if you're genuinely excitedto explore their player behavior, in-game metrics, and performance trends to uncover meaningful insights that can drive better decisions.

• Highly proficient in SQL and Python.
• Minimum of 3 years of hands‑on data science experience in tech companies, preferably within a mobile game company.
• Experienced in managing data within cloud warehousing environments such as BigQuery etc.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross‑functional teams.
• Passion and interest for mobile gaming industry trends and user behavior is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Interpret large datasets to provide actionable insights that shape product roadmaps and strategy.
• Collaborate with engineers to optimize data pipelines, warehouses, and the overall data architecture.
• Conduct exploratory analysis and A/B testing to identify product gaps and seize growth opportunities.
• Develop visualization suites (dashboards, reports).

• Compensation Package That Reflects Your Contribution: We keep it simple. Competitive pay that matches the work you deliver.
• Meal Allowance: Enough for a solid, satisfying meal.
• Delicious In‑Office Catering: Fresh meals, good coffee, sweet treats. No place for hunger, ever.
• Private Health Insurance: Complementary private health insurance so you can get care without second thoughts.
• Continuous Learning Support: A monthly budget for courses and platforms, because staying sharp is part of the job.
• Equity That Actually Makes You a Partner: We offer real equity, not symbolic. Once you reach a certain contribution level, you earn a meaningful stake in the company. When we grow, you grow with us.
• Meaningful Time Off: Starting from your first year, you receive bonus company‑wide rewind holidays: A special extra break even before standard annual leave kicks in. And your birthday is a free day on us.
• Referral Bonus: Introduce great talent to the team and earn a reward when they join.
• Milestone Awards: As you reach key milestones with us, you earn bonus rewards that recognize your long‑term contribution.

• A Culture Built Around Players & Ownership: Curious, collaborative, and focused. We’re here to build great games together.
• A Modern, Comfortable Office in Levent: Bright space, central location, one step from the metro designed to keep you in the "zone".

• Game Room: A dedicated Xbox corner for fun breaks and quick gaming sessions whenever you need to unwind.
• Office Events That Keep Us Connected: Fun team moments, regular happy hours, and in‑office events throughout the year.