Stavros Kylakos
About Stavros Kylakos
Stavros Kylakos is a Lead Data Scientist who integrates data science and cybersecurity in his PhD research to create a product for real-time threat detection and classification. He has a diverse professional background in data science, particularly in the gaming industry, and holds multiple degrees in data science and cybersecurity.
Current Role at Big Viking Games
Stavros Kylakos serves as the Lead Data Scientist at Big Viking Games, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on optimizing games and their functions by employing deep exploratory analyses and machine learning modeling. His expertise in data science and cybersecurity informs his approach to developing innovative solutions for the gaming industry.
Previous Experience at Big Viking Games
Before becoming the Lead Data Scientist, Stavros worked as a Senior Data Scientist at Big Viking Games from 2021 to 2023. During this time, he contributed to various projects that leveraged data science techniques to enhance gaming experiences. His remote work environment allowed him to collaborate effectively with teams across different locations.
Educational Background
Stavros Kylakos has an extensive educational background in data science and engineering. He earned a Master of Science in Data Science from City, University of London in 2017. He also holds a Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Surrey, completed in 2015. Additionally, he pursued a Master of Philosophy in Cybersecurity Data Science at the University of Brighton, which he completed in 2023.
Professional Experience in Data Science
Stavros has accumulated significant experience in data science across various organizations. He worked as a Senior Data Scientist at Jagex for 11 months in 2021 and held multiple roles at King, including Data Scientist - New Games and Data Scientist - Publishing from 2018 to 2021. His early career included an internship as an Analyst at Square Enix, where he began to develop his skills in data analytics.
Research Focus and Interests
Stavros Kylakos combines his interests in data science and cybersecurity in his PhD research, focusing on real-time threat detection and classification through behavioral data. He is particularly interested in product analytics and behavioral analysis within the gaming context, aiming to enhance user experience and security in gaming environments.