FAQs
What is the main purpose of the Associate Director, Data Science role on the Sony PlayStation account?
The main purpose of this role is to increase the efficiency and quality of decision making on the Sony PlayStation account by improving how information (data) is collected, organized, published, and analyzed. The focus is on commercial outcomes.
What are some key responsibilities of the Associate Director, Data Science in this role?
Some key responsibilities include providing analysis of campaign performance across markets and product lines, working with both agency and client teams to improve data efficiency, promoting the use of data for decision making, ensuring senior stakeholders understand the value of good data management, implementing a measurement framework, and supporting initiatives related to AI and understanding customer behavior.
What are some key performance indicators for success in this role?
Key performance indicators include increased trust in data and analytics work, clarity in decision making across the business, and a decrease in opinion-based debates when making decisions based on data.
What qualifications and experience are required for this role?
Candidates should have education in a quantitative field such as Statistical Modelling, Mathematics, Computer Science, or Economics. Hands-on experience with Python (specifically Pandas, sklearn, and StatsModel) and SQL is required. Excellent communication and presentation abilities are necessary, and knowledge of digital marketing and CRM programs is a plus. Understanding of tools such as Flask, Snowflake, BigQuery, DBT, and data governance principles is also beneficial.