Data Jockey

XMG Studio is an award-winning developer of hit video games for mobile devices.
Founded in late 2009, XMG has been pushing the app envelope to create innovative titles that provide a cool experience for casual gamers. The company’s core focus is to develop properties that allow players to actively immerse themselves in our games. Whether it is the incredible customization feature in Drag Racer Pro Tuner, or the experimental touch mechanic in Cows vs. Aliens, XMG’s portfolio of mobile casual games all seek to drive the maximum in user engagement through innovation. Based in Toronto, Canada, XMG is presently one of the largest independent mobile game studio’s in the emerging app economy and has been named one of Canada’s Top 50 Most Engaged Workplaces(TM). For more information visit www.xmg.com, follow XMG on Twitter.com/xmgstudio or become a fan on facebook.com/xmgstudio.

XMG is seeking a Data Jockey to lead our Analytics efforts, with a goal of improving monetization across all of our games. This is a high-impact job, reserved for only superstars who are self-motivated and driven to achieve excellence.

This position is located in Toronto, Canada. Must be eligible to work in Canada.

Job Description

• Lead Analytics efforts
• Create reports with key performance metrics for management team
• Design statistical models for in-depth analysis
• Devise strategies to improve monetization
• Conduct regular competitive analysis to identify industry trends
• Collaborate with development team
• Compensation will be weighted towards equity in XMG

Requirements

• Extremely motivated, self-starter, with a passion for video games and statistical analysis
• 1-2 years Analytics/Monetization experience with a social games or technology company and a proven track record
• Advanced Excel and SQL experience
• Knowledge of Freemium model
• Educational background in Mathematics, Finance, or Economics