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Ziyao Wang

@ziyaowang

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Remote game product leader combining game design and AI-powered localization to ship MVPs faster.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a remote role where I can productize AI/localization tools for game teams, lead MVPs from 0→1, and use data-driven user research and iteration to improve development efficiency and player outcomes.

I’m a remote-first game industry professional with 4+ years of experience combining game design fundamentals and technical proficiency to deliver B2B product solutions. I focus on productization solutions for game development, data-driven product design, and remote cross-team product management.

At NetEase Games North America, I worked end-to-end from requirement discovery to delivery—improving localization and AI tool adoption for North American AAA studios. I implemented CMS/TMS localization using DeepL and NetEase AI models, improved development efficiency by 50%, reduced project cycles by 30%, and achieved 90% client satisfaction.

I also lead data-driven product thinking as a Game Analyst at data.ai, analyzing 100+ mobile games and independently delivering MVPs like “Player Motivation Analysis.” From studio workflows to player research and A/B test planning, I enjoy turning market and user needs into practical, validated solutions.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Technical Support Engineer

NetEase Games North America

Dec 2022 - Sep 2025 (2 years 9 months)

Delivered B2B localization and AI tool solutions for North American AAA studios, improving development efficiency by 50% and reducing project cycles by 30%. Partnered with cross-regional QA and technical teams to iterate tools and achieve 90% client satisfaction.

Deepl NetEase AI Models Agile Scrum User Stories

Game Analyst

Data.ai

Jun 2021 - Dec 2022 (1 year 6 months)

Used data-driven insights to identify product needs and market trends, analyzing 100+ mobile games to guide product design and positioning. Independently led the Player Motivation Analysis MVP and improved standardization/accuracy by 25%.

Product Analytics Trend Analysis MVP Development (0→1)A B Testing Data Visualization SQL

Game Design Intern

Tencent

Dec 2020 - Jan 2021 (1 month)

Supported competitive analysis and player research by organizing A/B test data and preparing stakeholder presentations. Practiced large-scale Agile workflows with the game design team to support MVP-ready deliverables.

Game Design Competitive Analysis Player Research A B Testing Agile Development

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Laguna College of Art and Design

Master of Arts, Game Design

2019 - 2021

Completed an M.A. in Game Design with coursework including game production, prototyping, Unity/Unreal, UI/UX design, project management, and market strategy.

University of California, Santa Barbara

Bachelor of Science, Financial Mathematics & Statistics

2015 - 2019

Earned a B.S. in Financial Mathematics & Statistics, focusing on data analysis and programming with coursework including Python, SQL, R, and data visualization.