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Staff Data Scientist

App Performance

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Rec Room

Rec Room

201-500 employees

Cross-platform social VR and AR gaming app

VR & AR
Gaming

Compensation Overview

$194.1k - $237.2kAnnually

+ Stock Options + Sign-on Bonus

Senior, Expert

Remote in USA

Category
Data Science
Data & Analytics
Required Skills
Python
Data Science
R
SQL
Requirements
  • 5+ years of data science experiments, with experience in highly technical roles, such as infrastructure, app performance, and complex ranking systems.
  • A Bachelor’s or Masters in Math, CS, or related field
  • Significant expertise in experimentation methodologies
  • Solid knowledge of SQL
  • Experience with Python or R is a plus
  • A constant desire to learn, improve, and help others improve
  • Effective communicator with the ability to distill complex concepts into easily digestible insights.
Responsibilities
  • Own our understanding of the technical quality of the app, meet frequently with Rec Room engineering leads and company management, and shape investment decisions.
  • Lead initiatives to develop new tracking and experimentation methodologies to uncover opportunities to improve various aspects of the app.
  • Use statistical and machine learning techniques to analyze complex data sets, identifying trends that will inform improvements in app stability and performance.
  • Own the experimentation plan for the company and its quality efforts, guiding teams on whether to ship and how to consider engagement tradeoffs.
  • Develop a strong understanding of how game development on Unity works.
  • Work with Creator success teams and our personalization team to incorporate your findings into the product.

Rec Room provides a thriving work environment for those passionate about the intersection of community and technology. As a leading platform for creating and enjoying multiplayer virtual and augmented reality games, it constantly pushes the boundaries of user engagement and social connectivity. Employees benefit from a culture that values innovation and collaboration, making it an ideal workplace for those interested in pioneering advanced VR and AR experiences.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$294M

Headquarters

Seattle, Washington

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

5%

1 year growth

13%

2 year growth

34%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Recognition as a finalist for the Next Tech Titan award highlights Rec Room's potential for significant future growth.
  • The platform's popularity during the COVID-19 pandemic demonstrates its ability to attract and retain users in a rapidly changing environment.
  • High-profile partnerships and investments, such as the $100M funding round, provide substantial resources for continued innovation and expansion.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape of user-generated gaming platforms, with giants like Roblox, poses a constant threat to Rec Room's market share.
  • Rapid growth and high valuations can lead to increased scrutiny and pressure to deliver consistent performance and innovation.

What makes Rec Room unique

  • Rec Room's focus on user-generated, immersive gaming experiences sets it apart from traditional gaming platforms.
  • The company's cross-platform accessibility allows users to engage from various devices, enhancing its reach and user base.
  • Rec Room's significant funding rounds, including a $145M raise at a $3.5B valuation, underscore its strong market position and growth potential.