PrizePicks
Data Scientist - GameOps (MLB)
PrizePicks, Little Ferry, New Jersey, us, 07643
At PrizePicks, we are the fastest growing sports company in North America, as recognized by Inc. 5000. As the leading platform for Daily Fantasy Sports, we cover a diverse range of sports leagues, including the NFL, NBA, and Esports titles like League of Legends and Counter-Strike. Our team of over 400 employees thrives in an inclusive culture that values individuals from diverse backgrounds, regardless of their level of sports fandom. Ready to reimagine the DFS industry together?
The Analytics Team is responsible for building and maintaining analytics tools and workflows to support the PrizePicks business across all departments - at the core of these operations is data and the insights driven from that data. PrizePicks is looking for a Data Scientist with 2+ years of experience to join our Data Science team. You will be working closely with other data scientists, reporting analysts, and cross departmental directors to test business flows, make business recommendations, and provide novel business insights to leadership focused on driving revenue growth, optimizing marketing efficiency and optimizing retention efforts.
What you’ll do:
Lead data cleaning, wrangling, and visualization efforts for our baseball tech stack.Develop advanced data simulations to predict outcomes of upcoming baseball games.Guide feature selection and optimize classifiers.Design processes and tools for monitoring model performance and data accuracy.Contribute to research and innovation in data science initiatives.
What you have:
Expertise in machine learning, data analysis, and statistical modeling, specifically with respect to baseball.Strong understanding of how baseball is played and modeled within data.Proficiency in statistics and statistical software (e.g., Python, R).Strong experience with relational databases like PostgreSQL.Preferred skills in data visualization and report building.Outstanding analytical and problem-solving capabilities.2+ years of experience working with sports modeling, with an emphasis on baseball specifically.
Where you’ll live:
Anywhere in the US is fine but Atlanta would be preferred.
Benefits you’ll receive:
In addition to your great compensation package, company subsidized medical/dental/vision coverage plans and matching 401(k), we’ll shower you with perks including:
Break room with ping pong, endless snacks and in-office lunch once a weekUnlimited PTO to encourage a healthy work/life balance (2 week min required!)Modern work schedule focused on getting the job done, not hours clockedWorkplace flexibilityCompany and team outings, we encourage a tight-knit workplaceGenerous Maternity AND Paternity leave (16 weeks!)Annual bonus & stock optionsWellness programCompany equipment provided (Windows & Mac options)Annual performance reviews with opportunity for growth and career development
You must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
PrizePicks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.#J-18808-Ljbffr
The Analytics Team is responsible for building and maintaining analytics tools and workflows to support the PrizePicks business across all departments - at the core of these operations is data and the insights driven from that data. PrizePicks is looking for a Data Scientist with 2+ years of experience to join our Data Science team. You will be working closely with other data scientists, reporting analysts, and cross departmental directors to test business flows, make business recommendations, and provide novel business insights to leadership focused on driving revenue growth, optimizing marketing efficiency and optimizing retention efforts.
What you’ll do:
Lead data cleaning, wrangling, and visualization efforts for our baseball tech stack.Develop advanced data simulations to predict outcomes of upcoming baseball games.Guide feature selection and optimize classifiers.Design processes and tools for monitoring model performance and data accuracy.Contribute to research and innovation in data science initiatives.
What you have:
Expertise in machine learning, data analysis, and statistical modeling, specifically with respect to baseball.Strong understanding of how baseball is played and modeled within data.Proficiency in statistics and statistical software (e.g., Python, R).Strong experience with relational databases like PostgreSQL.Preferred skills in data visualization and report building.Outstanding analytical and problem-solving capabilities.2+ years of experience working with sports modeling, with an emphasis on baseball specifically.
Where you’ll live:
Anywhere in the US is fine but Atlanta would be preferred.
Benefits you’ll receive:
In addition to your great compensation package, company subsidized medical/dental/vision coverage plans and matching 401(k), we’ll shower you with perks including:
Break room with ping pong, endless snacks and in-office lunch once a weekUnlimited PTO to encourage a healthy work/life balance (2 week min required!)Modern work schedule focused on getting the job done, not hours clockedWorkplace flexibilityCompany and team outings, we encourage a tight-knit workplaceGenerous Maternity AND Paternity leave (16 weeks!)Annual bonus & stock optionsWellness programCompany equipment provided (Windows & Mac options)Annual performance reviews with opportunity for growth and career development
You must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
PrizePicks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.#J-18808-Ljbffr