PrizePicks · 16 hours ago
Data Scientist - Simulation/Sports Modeling
United States
Full-time
Remote
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years exp
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Responsibilities
Write complex code to model specific situations in sporting events.
Develop custom data models and algorithms, focused on accurately projecting player statistics within full game simulations.
Design processes and tools for monitoring and analyzing model performance and data accuracy.
Contribute to research and innovation in sports data science initiatives.
Qualification
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Required
Advanced knowledge of machine learning, data analysis, and statistical modeling, specifically with respect to professional sports.
Proficiency in statistics and statistical software applications, such as Python or R.
Practical experience with relational databases like PostgreSQL.
2+ years of experience in a professional data science or engineering environment.
Advanced knowledge of sports and their related statistics and modeling methodologies.
Familiarity with advanced sports statistics and analytics platforms used in professional basketball or football.
Experience working with real-time sports data feeds and APIs.
Preferred
Experience with data visualization and report building is a plus.
Knowledge of sports betting concepts and daily fantasy sports a plus.
Experience with Rust, C++, Java, or any other lower-level programming languages.
Have previously written and deployed production level code or machine learning models.
Experience within a professional sports organization.
Benefits
Company-subsidized medical, dental, & vision plans
401(k) plan with company match
Long-term incentives and bi-annual bonus
Flexible PTO to encourage a healthy work/life balance (2- weeks STRONGLY encouraged!)
Generous paid leave programs, including 16-week paid parental leave and disability benefits
Workplace flexibility and modern work schedules focused on getting the job done, not hours clocked
Company-wide in-person events and team outings
Lifestyle enhancement program
Company equipment provided (Windows & Mac options)
Annual performance reviews with opportunities for growth and career development
Company
PrizePicks
PrizePicks is a Daily Fantasy Sports (DFS) platform that covers sports betting in a wide variety of leagues.
Founded in 2015Atlanta, Georgia, USA
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$0.85MKey Investors
Atlanta UnitedParlay Capital Holdings
2023-03-23Corporate Round· undefined
2021-12-01Series Unknown· undefined
2020-07-08Series Unknown· $0.85M
Leadership Team
Adam Wexler
Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder
Jay Deuskar
Co-Founder and CTO
Recent News
2024-10-24
2024-05-20
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