Data Scientist at Tencent

Palo Alto, California, United States

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Requirements

  • Ph.D in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative discipline
  • Deep understanding of mathematical modeling, statistical inference, and machine learning techniques applied to real-world data
  • Strong proficiency in Python and SQL
  • Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Looker) is a plus
  • Proven ability to translate complex data into actionable business insights and communicate findings effectively to non-technical audiences
  • Passion for gaming and enthusiasm for using data to improve player engagement and business outcomes

Responsibilities

  • Leverage large-scale data to uncover insights, guide decision-making, and drive measurable business impact across R&D, marketing, and live-ops stages
  • Build computational workflows using Python, SQL, and big-data ecosystems to process and analyze complex datasets
  • Design and deploy scalable, automated frameworks for A/B testing, statistical modeling, and machine learning
  • Partner with product, engineering, and business stakeholders to design end-to-end data solutions that optimize player experience, monetization, and operational efficiency
  • Contribute to a culture of experimentation and scientific rigor through analytics innovation, reproducibility, and continuous learning

Skills

Tencent

Internet platform for social, gaming, fintech

About Tencent

Tencent is a technology company that focuses on enhancing the daily lives of internet users and assisting businesses in their digital transformation. It operates in various sectors, including social networking, entertainment, fintech, and cloud computing. Tencent's main products include WeChat, a messaging and mobile payment app with over a billion users, and Tencent Games, which produces popular video games like Honor of Kings and PUBG Mobile. The company generates revenue through online advertising, subscription services, in-app purchases, mobile payments, and cloud services. Unlike many competitors, Tencent has a diverse business model that allows it to serve both individual users and enterprises effectively. The goal of Tencent is to enrich user experiences and support businesses in their digital journeys.

Shenzhen, ChinaHeadquarters
1998Year Founded
$31.5MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Enterprise Software, Fintech, AI & Machine Learning, GamingIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Professional Development Budget

Risks

Tencent's addition to the US blacklist may affect its operations and partnerships.
Developing Call of Duty mobile version may lead to competitive tensions with Microsoft.
Investment in blockchain exposes Tencent to volatile regulatory environments.

Differentiation

Tencent's WeChat app integrates messaging, social media, and mobile payments seamlessly.
Tencent Games is a global leader with popular titles like Honor of Kings and PUBG Mobile.
Tencent Cloud offers scalable solutions for businesses, enhancing digital transformation efforts.

Upsides

Tencent's investment in blockchain technology could enhance its fintech and cloud services.
The Hunyuan-Large language model advances Tencent's AI capabilities in social networking and gaming.
Collaboration with DYXnet on AI solutions opens new avenues in digital transformation services.

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