Product Analyst - Anti-Cheating in Cambridge

Overview

Office location

Cambridge, UK – This position offers flexible working options, including predominantly remote work.

Applicants must be based (or be willing to relocate) within a comfortable commuting distance to attend onsite as required.

Are you a data‑driven problem solver keen on protecting fair play and improving the player experience in MMO games?

As a Product Analyst focused on anti‑cheating at Jagex, you will safeguard the integrity of our games by using data to uncover player behaviours, identify emerging threats, and develop insights that shape detection systems and preventative measures.

What you’ll be doing

• Support the day‑to‑day operation of the Anti‑Cheat team, ensuring key KPIs, SLAs, and player sentiment remain on track.
• Analyse large datasets to identify suspicious behaviours, botting activity, and gold‐farming trends.
• Collaborate with Game Analytics, Data Science, and Product teams to develop effective anti‑cheat strategies and deterrents.
• Translate complex datasets into clear insights and practical recommendations that improve game integrity.
• Support the development and enhancement of game telemetry by partnering with Engineering and Design teams.
• Collaborate with central Data teams to define reporting requirements and improve data products.
• Build a deep understanding of game systems, player behaviours, and telemetry to improve the effectiveness of anti‑cheat initiatives.
• Communicate findings clearly to technical and non‑technical stakeholders, driving informed decision‑making across the business.

What we’re looking for

• Experience querying and analysing data using SQL, with a strong understanding of data cleansing techniques.
• Demonstrable understanding of video game player behaviours, particularly in MMORPGs and preferably in Old School Rune Scape or Rune Scape.
• Familiarity with modern data platforms and architectures such as AWS, Snowflake, and OLAP technologies.
• Experience creating reports and visualisations using tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify patterns, trends, and anomalies within large datasets.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to present technical findings in a clear, accessible way.
• A proactive approach to problem‑solving and a passion for using data to improve player experiences.

What we offer

• Private Healthcare, including Dental Plan.
• Minimum 6% Pension contributions.
• Employee Assistance Programme and onsite counselling.
• Life Insurance.
• Discretionary annual performance bonus.
• Enhanced family leave policies from day 1.
• Flexible working hours.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy/sell holidays and more.
• Inclusion & Accessibility Statement

We are committed to providing equal opportunities and creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and recruit, develop, and promote based on merit and ability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you during the recruitment process, please let us know when you’re invited to interview.

Right to Work Statement

This role is only open to applicants who have the permanent right to work in the United Kingdom.

We are unable to provide or take over visa sponsorship for this position, either now or in the future.

Applicants must therefore be able to demonstrate ongoing eligibility to work in the UK without the need for employer sponsorship.

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