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Aristocrat

Data Scientist

Nevada, IA · On-site

Our mission is to build world-class gaming experiences that captivate and entertain millions ... Develop innovative analytic solutions, models, and automation processes to support commercial ...

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Stryker

$35/hr

Game changers. Persistent interns who will stop at nothing to live out Stryker's mission to make ... Develop, analyze and model operational, economic, management, accounting and other organizational ...

Stryker

$35/hr

Game changers. Persistent interns who will stop at nothing to live out Stryker's mission to make ... Develop, analyze and model operational, economic, management, accounting and other organizational ...

Stryker

$35/hr

Game changers. Persistent interns who will stop at nothing to live out Stryker's mission to make ... Develop, analyze and model operational, economic, management, accounting and other organizational ...

Stryker

$35/hr

Game changers. Persistent interns who will stop at nothing to live out Stryker's mission to make ... Develop, analyze and model operational, economic, management, accounting and other organizational ...

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How much do game data analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for game data analyst in Iowa is $77,621.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58,700.00 and $91,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a game data analyst?

A Game Data Analyst is responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting in-game data to help developers and stakeholders make informed decisions. They track player behavior, game performance, and monetization metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement. Using statistical methods, visualization tools, and SQL or Python, they generate reports and insights that guide game design, user engagement, and business strategies. Their work helps optimize gameplay balance, retention, and revenue.

What are the typical responsibilities of a game data analyst?

On a daily basis, a Game Data Analyst gathers and cleans large sets of player data, constructs dashboards, and analyzes gameplay patterns to inform game design and monetization decisions. They collaborate closely with game designers, developers, and product managers to understand player behavior, identify trends, and measure the effectiveness of new features or updates. The role often involves translating complex data findings into clear, actionable recommendations through reports and presentations. This hands-on analysis helps create more engaging player experiences and supports data-driven decision-making within the game development team.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a game data analyst?

To thrive as a Game Data Analyst, you need strong analytical abilities, statistical knowledge, and experience with data modeling, usually backed by a degree in mathematics, statistics, computer science, or a related field. Familiarity with SQL, Python or R, data visualization tools (such as Tableau or Power BI), and game analytics platforms is often required. Effective communication, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and a passion for gaming are crucial soft skills to stand out in this role. These competencies enable analysts to extract actionable insights from player data and help optimize game design, user experience, and overall business performance.

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Infographic showing various Game Data Analyst job openings in Iowa as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $77,621 per year, or $37.3 per hour.

Hourly Data Analyst

Guttenberg, IA • On-site

New Jersey Institute of Technology
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 1 - 5K employees
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$15.92 - $20/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

Title:
Hourly Data Analyst
Department:
Informatics
Reports To:
Chair
Position Summary:
The Hourly Data Analyst will support research on sense-making with screen-free interfaces and explore novel research directions using donated hardware. The incumbent will contribute to both ongoing research initiatives and the evaluation of new applications for emerging interface technologies.
Essential Functions:
  • Provide support for existing gift-funded research projects as well as exploratory work focused on new applications for the interface.

Prerequisite Qualifications:
  • Research and game development experience.
  • At the university's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be waived where the candidate can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the university, an equivalent combination of education and experience that specifically prepares the candidate for success in the position.

Compensation: $15.92-$20/hour
At the university's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be exempted where the candidate can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the university an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.
Range:
Hourly Employees
NJIT considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, or other items.
FLSA:
Non-Exempt
Time Type:
Part time
Pay Rate:
Hourly
Additional Information:
As an EEO employer NJIT is committed to building a diverse and inclusive teaching, research, and working environment and strongly encourages applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women.
Employment at NJIT is subject to the provisions of New Jersey First Act which mandates new employees, who are not NJ residents, to establish primary residence in New Jersey within one year of their appointment to certain positions. The law does not apply to any individual employed at NJIT on a temporary or per semester basis as a visiting or adjunct professor, teacher, lecturer, researcher or administrator. For more information on the act please click here.
If special accommodations are needed in applying for a position, please visit the Department of Human Resources located in Fenster Hall, 5th Floor, University Heights, Newark, NJ 07102 or call (973) 596-3140. If you have questions, please email the Human Resources Department at hr@njit.edu.
Information regarding NJIT campus security, personal safety, and fire safety including topics such as, disciplinary procedures, crime prevention, NJIT Police law enforcement authority, crime reporting policies, and crime statistics for the most recent three year period is available on the NJIT Department of Public Safety here.
NJIT is an E-Verify employer and uses E-Verify to confirm work authorization of each new hire.

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