Senior Games Researcher

Description

Scopely is looking for a Senior Games Researcher to join an unannounced project team in the United States City on a remote basis!

At Scopely, we care deeply about what we do and want to inspire play, every day - whether in our work environments alongside our talented colleagues, or through our deep connections with our communities of players. We are a global team of game lovers who are developing, publishing and innovating the mobile games industry, connecting millions of people around the world daily.

We are in the development stages on one of our new unannounced casual gaming project, and are looking for passionate game makers to collaborate, get in early and make their mark on this exciting venture!

What You Will Do

The role is expected to lead user research on games that drive a greater understanding of our players and their experiencesDesign, implement, and lead high-impact research to support several cross-functional teams, including game design, UX design, product management, production, and marketingCarries out research using a variety of methodologies but not limited to playtesting, usability testing, focus groups, cognitive load testing, interviews, heuristic evaluations, and exploratory researchManage end-to-end quantitative and qualitative research studies such as customer satisfaction surveys, feature development and prioritization, positioning research, etc.Utilizes multiple sources of research/data to identify actionable insightsCommunicates findings and recommendations to teams for discussion and application. Collaborate with fellow researchers about new research techniques and methodologies

What We’re Looking For

Bachelor’s degree required; MBA/Masters/Ph.D. preferredYou have a strong foundation in mixed methodology research6+ years of industry experience conducting research in the gaming space or a related fieldPassion for gaming and a strong understanding of core loops and monetization of mobile games.Eagerness to learn and build research skillsetExperience designing and executing a variety of qualitative and quantitative methodologies that have driven key insight into game developmentExperience designing and conducting usability research/playtestsExperience working with and managing projects with research vendorsExcellent interpersonal, analytical, and project management skillsAbility to build relationships that allow you to influence cross-functional teamsAttention to detail, intellectual curiosity, and a drive to answer complex questionsFamiliarity with online survey software tools Experience with analytics software tools like SPSS and SQL is a plus.

For candidates in CA, CO, NJ, NY and WA, the annual salary range is $130,000 - $145,000, plus equity, bonus and benefits including healthcare benefits, retirement benefits, pet insurance, paid holidays, paid Scopely free days, and unlimited paid time-off. Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

At Scopely, we create games for everyone - and want to ensure that the people behind our games reflect that! We are committed to creating a diverse, supportive work environment where everyone is treated with respect. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and welcome individuals from all backgrounds to join us & embrace the adventure!

About Us

Scopely is a global interactive entertainment and mobile-first video game company, home to many top, award-winning experiences such as "MONOPOLY GO!," “Star Trek™ Fleet Command,” “Stumble Guys,” “MARVEL Strike Force,” and “Yahtzee® With Buddies,” among others.

Scopely creates, publishes, and live-operates immersive games that empower a directed-by-consumer™ experience across multiple platforms--from mobile, web, PC and beyond.

Founded in 2011, Scopely is fueled by a world-class team and a proprietary technology platform Playgami that supports one of the most diversified portfolios in the games industry.

Recognized multiple times as one of Fast Company’s “World’s Most Innovative Companies,” Scopely is a multi-billion-dollar business due to its ability to create long-lasting game experiences that players enjoy for years.

Scopely has global operations in more than a dozen markets across Asia, EMEA, and North America, and is home to many internal game development teams, referred to as Scopely Studios, with additional game studio partners across four continents.

Scopely was acquired by Savvy Games Group in July 2023 for $4.9 billion, and is now an independent subsidiary of Savvy.

For more information on Scopely, visit: scopely.com.