Senior Analyst In-game Economy - New 4X StrategyGame

Goodgame Studios are building a new cross-platform 4X strategy game on top of a proven large-scale foundation (ROFB engine with Unity client + Java backend). To ensure long-term success, we are looking for a Senior Analyst In-game Economy who will act as the data authority for all progression, monetization, and retention systems.

This role is distinct from Game Balancing: while Balancers design and configure systems, the Analyst provides the data backbone . You will analyze player economies, validate balancing assumptions, forecast KPIs, and deliver actionable insights to Game Design, Monetization, and Product. Your mission is to ensure every feature - from FTUE to endgame - is supported by solid evidence and quantified outcomes.

YOUR MISSION

• Build and maintain SQL queries and database models (SQL/Snowflake) to extract, validate, and interpret in-game economy data.
• Conduct deep research into existing balancing systems: analytically break down, document, and understand how every stat, effect, and formula functions.
• Deliver deep-dive analyses on progression speed, resource flows, sinks/faucets, combat performance, and monetization funnels .
• Build and run simulation models to project the impact of system changes; provide estimates and scenario outcomes for proposed designs and balancing updates.
• Forecast KPIs (e.g., retention, ARPU, ARPPU, LTV) and model long-term player lifecycle scenarios.
• Support Game Balancers with data-driven validation of formulas, stat curves, and economy pacing.
• Collaborate with Monetization to evaluate offers, sales, and VIP progression from a profitability and fairness perspective .
• Provide ad-hoc reports and dashboards for Product and Leadership to inform roadmap decisions.
• Design and evaluate A/B tests , ensuring statistical significance and clear learnings.
• Translate raw data into clear recommendations for feature tuning, LiveOps, and content pacing .
• Document economy KPIs, trends, insights, and simulation outcomes in a transparent way to support cross-team collaboration.

YOUR BACKSTORY

• 5+ years of experience as a Game Analyst, Economy Analyst, or Data Analyst in free-to-play live games.
• Proven track record working with ingame economies and progression systems in MMO, 4X, or strategy titles.
• Expert SQL skills : joins, window functions, performance-optimized queries in MySQL/Aurora.
• Strong Excel/Google Sheets mastery, including advanced formulas, pivoting, Solver, and scenario modeling.
• Familiarity with data analysis tools such as Python, R, or BI dashboards (Tableau, Power BI) is a strong plus.
• Solid understanding of statistical methods : cohorts, churn, retention curves, LTV modeling, and experiment design.
• Ability to collaborate closely with Game Balancers, Monetization Directors, and Product Owners.
• Excellent communication skills in English and ability to explain complex data in simple, actionable terms.

WHY JOIN US?

• Take a central role in shaping the economy backbone of a flagship 4X strategy title .
• Ensure design decisions are grounded in hard data, not assumptions .
• Work at the intersection of analytics, design, and monetization in a senior, cross-functional team.
• Contribute to the long-term success of a globally recognized IP, backed by one of Europe’s strongest gaming groups.
• Enjoy hybrid/remote flexibility, competitive benefits, and career growth opportunities.

Goodgame Studios , part of Stillfront Group, is one of Europe’s leading developers of strategy titles. In this role, you’ll provide the analytical backbone for our new project - ensuring that progression, monetization, and LiveOps systems are not only well designed, but proven to work at scale.