Data Scientist, Pricing

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 450 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. To support these efforts, PrizePicks is looking for a Data Scientist, Pricing to join our Data Science team. You will be working closely with data scientists, reporting analysts, and cross departmental directors to help develop custom data models focusing on player player statistics to accurately price correlations.What you’ll do:• Develop, refine, and deploy machine learning models to predict sports outcomes and address challenges.• Continuously improve pricing strategies, both individually and in collaboration with trading teams, to optimize predictive and derivative model pricing.• Build and maintain robust predictive models, demonstrating expertise in feature and model selection.• Contribute to a production codebase and assist in launching new sports pricing products.What you have:• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of machine learning, data analysis, and statistical modeling, specifically with respect to sports.• Proficiency in statistics and statistical software applications, such as Python or R.• Experience building and using models to help create production level products and tools• Comfortable with command line tools and GitHub• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the potential to grow in these areas.• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and contribute to a team.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, we’ll shower you with perks including:• Company-subsidized medical, dental, & vision plans• 401(k) plan with company match• Long-term incentives and bi-annual bonus• Uncapped PTO to encourage a healthy work/life balance (2-week MINIMUM required!)• 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 developmentYou 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.