Data Scientist

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Data Scientist to join our analytics team. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in Python, Databricks, and Spark, with a solid understanding of R. You will play a critical role in deploying machine learning models and statistical analyses to provide valuable insights for football analytics. This role requires a self-starter who can work independently, own projects, and drive them across the finish line, with a keen interest in football and/or the fantasy/betting market.

Responsibilities

• Model Development and Analysis: Build and implement analytical football models, providing valuable insights to enhance our football analytics offerings. Conduct comprehensive data analysis to extract actionable insights.
• Model Productionization: Ensure seamless deployment of machine learning and statistical models using Python, Databricks, and Spark. You will work on converting existing R models to Python as part of your initial responsibilities.
• Large Dataset Management: Handle large datasets efficiently using Spark and Databricks, ensuring data integrity and performance optimization.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other data scientists, analysts, and stakeholders to understand their needs and deliver high-quality analytical solutions.
• Innovation: Identify and implement new tools, techniques, and best practices to enhance our data analytics capabilities.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field. Master’s or PhD is preferred.
• Experience: 3+ years of experience in data science, preferably in a sports analytics environment.
• Technical Skills:
• • Proficiency in Python and experience with Databricks.
    • Strong knowledge of Spark for handling large datasets.
    • Familiarity with R is preferred.
    • Experience in productionizing machine learning or statistical models.
• Other Skills:
• • Highly motivated, self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills.
    • Ability to work independently, own projects, and drive them across the finish line with minimal supervision.
    • Strong communication skills, capable of telling a compelling data-driven story to nontechnical stakeholders.
    • Passion for football and/or experience in the fantasy/betting market is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary and Bonus Plan
• Comprehensive health insurance plan
• Retirement savings plan (401k) with company match
• Remote working environment
• A flexible, unlimited time off policy
• Generous paid holiday schedule - 13 in total including Monday after the Super Bowl