Epic Games is looking for a hands-on Data Science Lead to join the Gameplay Analytics team. You’ll lead a team of Data Scientists and Data Engineers and apply mixed methods to own the end-to-end life cycle of creating data assets, reports, insights, to impact the direction of efforts across Epic’s portfolio of products and ecosystems, with a particular focus on our Shooters Games (Battle Royale, Reload, OG, Blitz). The successful candidate will have the ability to apply a range of data technologies, statistical methods, and visualization methods to influence development and product teams, to manage a small team, and to partner with stakeholders across all parts of the business. ### What we're looking for
At least 5 years of industry or relevant experience, with proven interest in and knowledge of live service video games
At least 2 years of experience managing a team of data professionals
Strong product intuition and demonstrated background in influencing products by applying data and measurement to drive alignment
Experience with working with development teams to instrument data and ensure continued data quality
Experience with writing efficient and scalable SQL over billions of rows; it is a plus if you are familiar with distributed computing using Spark (Scala or PySpark)
Development experience in Python analytics ecosystem
Familiarity with supporting operational processes including: Code version control (Github or similar), Orchestration (Airflow), AI coding tools (Claude Code)
Understanding of experimental design and A/B testing techniques
Advanced statistical training and a thorough understanding of the associated strengths and weaknesses of different statistical approaches is a plus
Experience in a “full-stack” environment - data file ingest, ETL, data storage interaction, application development, communication of results to storage systems, code version control is a plus
EPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFE
Our intent is to cover all things that are medically necessary and improve the quality of life. We pay 100% of the premiums for both you and your dependents. Our coverage includes Medical, Dental, a Vision HRA, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance & a 401k with competitive match. We also offer a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents. Throughout the year we celebrate our employees with events and company-wide paid breaks. We offer unlimited PTO and sick time and recognize individuals for 7 years of employment with a paid sabbatical. ### **Like what you hear? Learn more about our Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy here. Note to Recruitment Agencies: Epic does not accept any unsolicited resumes or approaches from any unauthorized third party (including recruitment or placement agencies) (i.e., a third party with whom we do not have a negotiated and validly executed agreement). We will not pay any fees to any unauthorized third party. Further details on these matters can be found here.
