White Swan Data
Junior Quantitative Specialist
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Junior Quantitative Specialist
Department: Engineering
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: London, UK
Description
The successful candidate will join a team which develops betting solutions. These betting solutions entail the development of mathematical/statistical models and high-performance algorithms; efficient coding; automation of betting operations; data generation, acquisition, storage and manipulation; and performance analysis through back-testing and simulations.
Industry-based experience of, and genuine proficiency in, Python or R or a similar programming language is essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Acquire data from multiple data sources, filtering, cleaning, and wrapping.
- Interpret data, analyse results using statistical techniques, and provide reports.
- Identify, analyse, and interpret trends or patterns in complex data sets.
- Work within the team to prioritise business and information needs.
- Identify process improvement opportunities.
- Design, build, test, and deliver data processing and automation software.
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Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise
Must Haves:
- A master's in mathematics, statistics, computer science, engineering, or another quantitative discipline.
- 1-2 years of professional experience in a quantitative role.
- Adept at using analytical programming languages such as R, Python, C++, etc.
Nice to Have:
- Statistical modelling and skills in data analytics.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to retain information.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Positive ‘can do’ attitude, and ability to meet deadlines.
- Willingness to learn and adapt to new environments.
- Experience in the financial, betting, or gaming industries.
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Benefits
- Salary depending on experience.
- Annual discretionary performance bonus.
- 25 days holiday per annum, plus UK bank holidays.
- Private health & dental insurance.
- Optical cover through Aviva.
- Pension plan.
- Gympass membership to over 1900 gyms and wellness businesses.
- Breakfast bought in every day and lunch bought in twice a week.
- Free coffee & snacks at the office.
- Regular team events & socials.
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