Susquehanna International Group
Quantitative Sports Researcher - Graduate Hire
Susquehanna International Group, Narberth, Pennsylvania, United States, 19072
OverviewAt SIG, the Sports Analytics team builds statistical forecasting models that help provide liquidity for the sports betting industry. These models are vital to creating new trading strategies and informing decision-makers about the distribution of game events. By joining our Sports Analytics team, you will be part of a group that is passionate about mathematics, gaming, and technology.
In this role, you will
Immerse yourself in sports analytics research
Empirically test ideas using real industry data
Write programs to implement models and simulate outcomes
Discuss and collaborate with fellow researchers, traders, and technologists
What we’re looking for
Graduating Master's or PhD students in a quantitatively-driven field
Solid, analytical problem-solving skills and excellent logical reasoning
Exceptional communication skills, both in the ability to understand others and to make yourself clearly understood
Strong, practical computer programing skills
Demonstrated experience working on sports analytics projects
Understanding of US Sports (NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL) and world sports (soccer, tennis, golf, cricket)
Intermittent international travel may be required
SIG does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or search firms. Any resume or referral submitted in the absence of a signed agreement will become the property of SIG and no fee will be paid.
In this role, you will
Immerse yourself in sports analytics research
Empirically test ideas using real industry data
Write programs to implement models and simulate outcomes
Discuss and collaborate with fellow researchers, traders, and technologists
What we’re looking for
Graduating Master's or PhD students in a quantitatively-driven field
Solid, analytical problem-solving skills and excellent logical reasoning
Exceptional communication skills, both in the ability to understand others and to make yourself clearly understood
Strong, practical computer programing skills
Demonstrated experience working on sports analytics projects
Understanding of US Sports (NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL) and world sports (soccer, tennis, golf, cricket)
Intermittent international travel may be required
SIG does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or search firms. Any resume or referral submitted in the absence of a signed agreement will become the property of SIG and no fee will be paid.