Game Economist

🧩 Hitapps is a GameDev company specializing in Puzzle Games. We have several successful products in both categories with a combined total of over 150M+ downloads, and we are regularly featured in the top charts in the Games section. Our culture is built on transparency, we are results-oriented and respect the improvement. Currently, we are seeking a skilled Game Economist whom we will entrust with designing user experiences, analyzing player behavior, pricing virtual currencies, and building predictive models. Your Role: • Design the user experience from an economic point of view, trying to predict the players' behavior according to the data we already have; • Price the game's virtual currencies; • Build simulations and predictive models to forecast the results of changes to the content proactively; • Work with product teams on balancing new features; • Monitor individual and macro player balances to ensure the overall health of the game's economy; • Analyze large, complex data sets to address strategic and operational business decisions. What makes you a perfect fit? • Relevant work experience in similar positions for at least 5 years in the game development industry; • BA/B.Sc. in Statistics / Math / Engineering / Economy or other quantitative fields; • High-level analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to details; • Excellent communication skills – someone who can turn complex concepts into actionable recommendations; • A true passion for understanding consumers' social gaming behavior and tolerance for ambiguity; • Advanced Excel knowledge, including data manipulation, etc; • A strong interest in games; • Strong SQL experience that includes querying large and complex data sets; • Previous analytical work experience, preferably in the Gaming industry; • Advanced knowledge in statistical tools and models (R, SAS, Python); • Experience in BI tools such as Tableau and Looker; • ML knowledge. What we offer: 💳 Competitive compensation 🏝 100% recovering for vacations, sick leaves; 🚀 12 additional paid day offs per year; 🏆 Budget for personal education, language courses & sports activities; 🌍 Conference attendance: you can join top industry events; 🤝 Zero bureaucracy and a supportive, transparent culture. Let’s create hits together! Originally posted on Himalayas