Grover Gaming
Job Summary
Drives data analytics and optimization of Light and Wonder’s charitable gaming business – Grover Gaming. This role works directly with the Grover Gaming leadership to maximize game performance for our customers through the use of data and analytics. Responsible for identifying, developing and executing on all opportunities for all areas of data analytics (game performance, product, market/census, etc.) to ensure the business is equipped to make informed, data‑based decisions. Essential Job Functions
Lead and build out the Data Analytics function to develop new data sources, produce new analysis, and provide forward‑looking guidance to our internal and external customers. Develop an analytically driven optimization program that proactively manages Grover Gaming game performance across all customers. Manage a data analyst to support broader business in all data analytics objectives. Assist in development of a funnel management process to drive visibility and facilitate monthly budget/recurring forecast updates. Provide input into forecasting processes based on market trends, customer feedback, game performance, appropriate discounting and donations at the customer level. Research competitor pricing, performance and product lines. Create executive‑level presentations and customer‑facing materials that clearly outline key product strategies, customer pitches, and KPI updates. Build productive collaboration and communication. Learn all portfolio products in detail. Understand regional market dynamics and competitive products. Travel to markets as needed. Qualifications
Technical skills:
Databases / Programming Languages: Python, SQL, SAS Machine Learning Techniques: Classification, Regression, Time Series, Clustering Cloud / DevOps: AWS Lambda, S3, Athena BI / Visualization Tools: Tableau, QuickSight
Ability to effectively work with cross‑functional teams. Excellent analytical, strategic and presentation skills. Experience working with big data environments and multiple databases. Experience in financial modeling and analysis. Strong ability to mine data and compile information into actionable insights. Knowledge of the gaming industry and regulations preferred. Strong problem‑solving skills. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
High integrity and exceptional work ethic. Fosters mutual trust and respect and is an excellent team player. Focused on team success – works well in a team environment. Assists team members in all areas to achieve success and retrospectively provides feedback for continuous improvement. Possesses ability to identify, analyze, and resolve problems logically and systematically; meets challenges consistently and confidently with energy and drive. Motivated by results, urgency and personal commitment. Works effectively in a highly complex matrix environment, with a proven ability to influence without formal authority and achieve results through people. Understands link between data acquisition, warehousing and insights and leverages this as a competitive advantage. Applies effective communication techniques, engages in focused dialogue, demonstrates good listening skills. Strong interpersonal and relationship‑building skills. Strong leadership capabilities and skilled in developing employees. Outstanding oral, written and communication skills, presenting to executives and groups, managing unexpected questions. Excellent project management skills. Education
Master’s Degree in Analytics, Statistics, Mathematics or Business‑Related. 7‑10 years of experience in the gaming industry, finance, sales, consumer products. Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, use hands, operate a computer, and has specific vision abilities to include close and distance vision, and ability to adjust focus working with computer and business equipment. Work Conditions
The work conditions are representative and typical of similar jobs in comparable organizations. Equal Employment Opportunity
Light & Wonder is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. If you’d like more information about your equal employment opportunity rights as an applicant under the law, please click here for EEOC Poster.
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Drives data analytics and optimization of Light and Wonder’s charitable gaming business – Grover Gaming. This role works directly with the Grover Gaming leadership to maximize game performance for our customers through the use of data and analytics. Responsible for identifying, developing and executing on all opportunities for all areas of data analytics (game performance, product, market/census, etc.) to ensure the business is equipped to make informed, data‑based decisions. Essential Job Functions
Lead and build out the Data Analytics function to develop new data sources, produce new analysis, and provide forward‑looking guidance to our internal and external customers. Develop an analytically driven optimization program that proactively manages Grover Gaming game performance across all customers. Manage a data analyst to support broader business in all data analytics objectives. Assist in development of a funnel management process to drive visibility and facilitate monthly budget/recurring forecast updates. Provide input into forecasting processes based on market trends, customer feedback, game performance, appropriate discounting and donations at the customer level. Research competitor pricing, performance and product lines. Create executive‑level presentations and customer‑facing materials that clearly outline key product strategies, customer pitches, and KPI updates. Build productive collaboration and communication. Learn all portfolio products in detail. Understand regional market dynamics and competitive products. Travel to markets as needed. Qualifications
Technical skills:
Databases / Programming Languages: Python, SQL, SAS Machine Learning Techniques: Classification, Regression, Time Series, Clustering Cloud / DevOps: AWS Lambda, S3, Athena BI / Visualization Tools: Tableau, QuickSight
Ability to effectively work with cross‑functional teams. Excellent analytical, strategic and presentation skills. Experience working with big data environments and multiple databases. Experience in financial modeling and analysis. Strong ability to mine data and compile information into actionable insights. Knowledge of the gaming industry and regulations preferred. Strong problem‑solving skills. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
High integrity and exceptional work ethic. Fosters mutual trust and respect and is an excellent team player. Focused on team success – works well in a team environment. Assists team members in all areas to achieve success and retrospectively provides feedback for continuous improvement. Possesses ability to identify, analyze, and resolve problems logically and systematically; meets challenges consistently and confidently with energy and drive. Motivated by results, urgency and personal commitment. Works effectively in a highly complex matrix environment, with a proven ability to influence without formal authority and achieve results through people. Understands link between data acquisition, warehousing and insights and leverages this as a competitive advantage. Applies effective communication techniques, engages in focused dialogue, demonstrates good listening skills. Strong interpersonal and relationship‑building skills. Strong leadership capabilities and skilled in developing employees. Outstanding oral, written and communication skills, presenting to executives and groups, managing unexpected questions. Excellent project management skills. Education
Master’s Degree in Analytics, Statistics, Mathematics or Business‑Related. 7‑10 years of experience in the gaming industry, finance, sales, consumer products. Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, use hands, operate a computer, and has specific vision abilities to include close and distance vision, and ability to adjust focus working with computer and business equipment. Work Conditions
The work conditions are representative and typical of similar jobs in comparable organizations. Equal Employment Opportunity
Light & Wonder is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. If you’d like more information about your equal employment opportunity rights as an applicant under the law, please click here for EEOC Poster.
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