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Senior Game Researcher

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We are looking for a talented and passionate mixed-method Game Researcher to join our team! This role is based in Helsinki, reporting to the Product Research team and supporting Brawl Stars. The Product Research team is an interdisciplinary group committed to empowering decision-making in Supercell games through player-centric insights.

Job Responsibility:

  • Translate complex business challenges into research plans and roadmaps
  • Identify opportunities for product improvement and innovation
  • Collaborate closely with leadership and diverse crafts within game teams
  • Drive research learnings into impact by socialising insights throughout the development cycle

Requirements:

  • A strong researcher who thrives in gaming and business contexts
  • Passionate about games & human minds and behaviors
  • Proficient in quantitative research methodologies
  • Experienced with qualitative research methodologies (e.g., playtesting, interviews, focus groups, longitudinal study)
  • Experienced with competitor and market research
  • Able to translate and apply research insights into solving business challenges
  • Able to proactively tap into game teams’ needs and identify research opportunities based on key business objectives
  • A kind, curious and self-driven team player
  • Work independently with strong autonomy in a dynamic, fast-paced, and flat organisation
  • Be impact-driven, but care about the final outcome as much as the collaborative, iterative insight process
  • Work with humility and open-mindedness, valuing feedback and fostering mutual trust and support with your peers

Nice to have:

  • At least 4+ years of experience doing research in the gaming industry or a similar business context
  • Experience playing or working on Action, MOBA or Shooter
  • Experience with or understanding of game development process and cycle and potential insight support needed along the line
  • A background in social science (psychology, sociology, anthropology, HCI, behavioral economics, cognitive science, neuroscience, or a related field)
  • A strong understanding of and curiosity about cross-regional cultural differences and underlying market trends in gaming and entertainment
  • Familiarity with research resources and vendors internationally
What we offer:
  • Relocation support
  • Compensation and benefits structured to allow you to fully enjoy your time

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 15, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
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On-site work
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