Remote Esports Performance Data Scientist

Placements24; Gqeberha; Híbrido; ZAR 300.000 - 520.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Fully remote work

Flexible hours

Competitive contractor compensation

Access to analytics tools

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Remote Esports Performance Analyst to collect, interpret, and report on performance data across multiple esports titles. You will identify trends, develop methodologies, and provide actionable insights to enhance team strategies and player development.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, collaboration with coaching staff, and the use of Python/R for in-depth analysis in a fully remote environment.

Formación

• Proven experience as a Performance Analyst in esports or a related analytical field.
• Strong understanding of data analysis, statistics, and data visualization techniques.
• Proficiency in Python, R, SQL or similar.
• Familiarity with various esports titles and their mechanics.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication with the ability to present data clearly.
• Ability to work independently on multiple projects in a remote environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or related field.
• Passion for esports and competitive gaming.
• Experience with machine learning techniques is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Collect, process, and analyze performance data from esports games and tournaments.
• Develop and implement methodologies for tracking player and team statistics.
• Identify patterns, trends, and KPIs relevant to esports success.
• Generate detailed reports and visualizations for coaches, players, and management.
• Provide actionable insights and strategic recommendations to improve gameplay and team coordination.
• Collaborate with coaching staff to integrate data-driven strategies into training regimens.
• Stay abreast of developments and meta shifts within esports.
• Use Python/R/SQL for in-depth analysis.
• Contribute to predictive models and performance benchmarks.
• Maintain data integrity and ensure data security.

Conocimientos

Python

R

SQL

Data visualization

Statistical modeling

Critical thinking

Communication

Educación

BSc Data Science

Herramientas

Pandas

NumPy

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Remote Esports Performance Analyst to collect, interpret, and report on performance data across multiple esports titles. You will identify trends, develop methodologies, and provide actionable insights to enhance team strategies and player development.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, collaboration with coaching staff, and the use of Python/R for in-depth analysis in a fully remote environment.