Senior Data Scientist

Location: Vancouver, BC

Team: Data

Type: Regular Full-Time (On-site)

About the Opportunity

Our client is a leading innovator in the free-to-play gaming space, known for delivering world-class player experiences through data-driven decision making and cutting-edge technology. Their collaborative, high-energy culture brings together diverse talent focused on building and operating exceptional games.

They are seeking a Senior Data Scientist with strong machine learning and statistical expertise to help transform how data informs game development and live operations.

This is a full-time, 5-days-per-week onsite role in Downtown Vancouver.

The Role

In this position, you will design, implement, and own end-to-end production machine learning systems in a cloud environment. You’ll play a key role in fostering a data-driven culture, mentoring junior team members, and partnering cross-functionally across product, design, and engineering.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys taking ML solutions from concept to production.

Key Responsibilities

Opportunity Identification & Value Assessment

- Identify opportunities for machine learning and automated data services

- Evaluate potential value, risks, and costs of proposed solutions

- Architect solutions from functional and non-functional requirements

Data Extraction & Analysis

- Query petabyte-scale data warehouses using advanced SQL

- Conduct exploratory data analysis, statistical testing, and feature engineering

- Partner with data engineers on pipeline and feature store requirements

- Review team outputs for accuracy and completeness

Machine Learning System Ownership

- Develop and own end-to-end ML systems

- Partner with engineers to deploy models in cloud environments (batch and real-time)

- Support and mentor junior team members on data systems

- Serve as a subject matter expert in key ML domains

Statistical Testing & Experimental Design





- Design experiments and analyze results with stakeholders

- Contribute to Bayesian A/B testing platforms

- Translate technical findings for non-technical audiences

- Champion statistically rigorous decision-making

Communication & Collaboration

- Communicate project goals, progress, and outcomes cross-functionally

- Deliver strong data visualizations and presentations

- Partner with senior stakeholders to anticipate future needs

Required Background

- Master’s degree in a STEM discipline (preferably thesis-based)

- 4+ years of industry experience in data science (ideally in large-scale software/web environments)

- Expert-level Python programming

- Deep experience with machine learning libraries (e.g., scikit-learn, PyTorch)

- Proven experience deploying ML models into production

- Advanced SQL skills and robust understanding of data engineering principles

- Strong data visualization experience (Tableau preferred)

- Experience working in cloud environments (especially GCP and Databricks)

- Ability to independently drive projects through ambiguity

- Demonstrated experience mentoring junior team members

- Strong, clear communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences

Compensation

Salary Range (Vancouver): $128,000 – $168,000 CAD

Actual compensation will be based on experience, skills, and overall fit, with room for growth over time.

Benefits & Perks Snapshot

Our client offers a comprehensive and flexible total rewards program designed to support employees’ health, wellbeing, and growth, including:

- Day-one extended health coverage

- Flexible benefits spending accounts

- Retirement savings matching program

- Monthly commuter support allowance

- Generous PTO and paid parental leave

- Employee & Family Assistance Program

- Virtual healthcare access

- Learning stipend and development programs

- Inclusive and cooperative office environments

- Paid volunteer day

Our client is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourages applicants whose experience may not perfectly match every requirement to apply.

📌 Senior Data Scientist (Vancouver)
🏢 SourceDirect Talent
📍 Vancouver