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Data Developer (Big Data) - User Research Lab

Job Description

At Ubisoft Montreal’s User Research Lab, we contribute to creating the best gaming experiences by putting players – their behaviours, motivations, and more – at the centre of the design process.

Working hand in hand with production teams, we deliver in-depth player insights to guide decision-making, combining state-of-the-art qualitative and quantitative analysis through a variety of methodologies and data sources to do so.

With thousands of matches across multiple competitive games developed at the studio, we need to build the best tools to collect all this data the most efficient way possible, then pass it on to our data analysis teams.

As a Business Intelligence Developer an the User Research Lab, you'll help us do just that by designing methods and tools to collect, organize, and assess critical data that your Lab colleagues can use to improve games and, more importantly, player experiences.

What you'll do

• Understand the needs of production teams to collect and provide relevant data for project development.
• Design data solutions to support game analytics using:
  - technologies like Spark, SQL, Hive, Elasticsearch, and others
  - a DevOps development methodology and relevant tools such as Git
• Expand your knowledge by exploring, testing, and deploying new technologies.
• Find solutions adapted to the needs of the analysis teams by creating new data collection processes while optimizing existing ones.
• Oversee the integrity of the data collected by building appropriate tools.
• Provide all the essential information our data analyst teams need by working closely with them + monitor project development to anticipate what data will be important to collect.
• Communicate with various cross-functional teams (like online solutions and data visualization) to discuss and share information and knowledge.

Qualifications

What you bring

• Great attention to detail for accurate, reliable data processing for the various teams that will depend on it
• A cooperative work spirit to communicate effectively with the different departments with advanced technical knowledge
• An understanding of data analysis tools and computer concepts (data management, software development, etc.)
• Development experience + proficiency in Python and SQL programming languages
• Solid functional knowledge to perform continuous integration and deployment methodologies with appropriate tools (Git, GitLab CI, etc.)
• In-depth knowledge of analytics methodologies and big data technologies (especially Spark, Hive, and Hadoop)
• A degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering (or other relevant training)
• Flexibility in the organization of your work, allowing you to adapt to changes and balance a range of tasks

What to send our way

• Your CV highlighting your background and skills

Additional Information

About us

Ubisoft’s 20,000 team members, working across more than 30 countries around the world, are bound by a common mission to enrich players’ lives with original and memorable gaming experiences. Their commitment and talent have brought to life many acclaimed franchises such as Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, Watch Dogs, Just Dance, Rainbow Six, and many more to come.

Ubisoft is an equal opportunity employer that believes diverse backgrounds and perspectives are key to creating worlds where both players and teams can thrive and express themselves.

When you join Ubi MTL, you’ll discover a workplace that sparks inspiration and connection. We offer a collaborative space that provides career advancement, a host of learning opportunities, and meaningful benefits centred on well-being.

If you are excited about solving game-changing challenges, cutting edge technologies and pushing the boundaries of entertainment, we invite you to join our journey and help us create the unknown.

At Ubisoft, you can come as you are. We embrace diversity in all its forms. We’re committed to fostering a work environment that is inclusive and respectful of all differences.