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Data Scientist, Sports
Data Scientist
You will develop probabilistic models that power real-time betting markets within the Quantitative Analysis department. This team uses data-driven insights to enhance betting products and services, designing, developing, and maintaining sophisticated mathematical models for optimal pricing across sports betting products.
In this role, you’ll:
- Analyse extensive datasets to inform in-play betting decisions and optimise odds.
- Work within a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment with opportunities for technical growth and innovation.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct in-depth analysis of large datasets to extract key insights and shape decision-making in sports betting.
- Apply statistical techniques and machine learning algorithms to build predictive models and algorithms.
- Develop innovative solutions for complex, real-world challenges.
- Assess and refine existing models to identify opportunities for performance improvements.
- Diagnose and address data quality issues or technical bugs impacting models.
- Perform statistical validation of models against historical and live data.
- Collaborate with trading teams to integrate domain expertise into mathematical models.
- Optimise model performance for balance between accuracy and computational efficiency.
- Research emerging approaches from academic research and industry trends.
- Spot and recommend new opportunities for data-driven innovation.
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Requirements
Essential
- Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related quantitative discipline.
- Passionate interest in a variety of sports and/or the online gambling industry.
- Demonstrable experience building predictive models from data.
- Strong grasp of statistical analysis and probability theory applied practically.
- Proficiency in Python/R, along with experience using ML frameworks like scikit-learn, TensorFlow, or PyTorch.
- Ability to optimise models for performance, balancing accuracy and computational efficiency.
- Familiarity with working with and analysing large datasets.
- Exposure to cloud computing environments.
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At bet365, we foster an inclusive environment where diversity and individual growth are valued. Our mission is to be "Never Ordinary," continuously striving to improve. If you require adjustments or accommodations during the application or interview process, please feel free to contact us.
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