Full-Time

Game Operations Associate

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 PrizePicks

PrizePicks

501-1,000 employees

Daily fantasy sports platform for predictions

Fintech
Entertainment
Gaming

Junior, Mid

No H1B Sponsorship

Remote in USA

Preferred location is Atlanta, but remote work is acceptable from anywhere in the US.

Category
Quantitative Analysis
Quantitative Trading
Quantitative Finance
Requirements
  • Excellent attention to detail, verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent time management, reliability, and ability to meet highly important deadlines
  • Extensive DFS knowledge and experience in the sports gaming, player prop and daily fantasy sports industries
  • Extensive understanding of college/major sports league players, teams, players, matchups and understanding of how said information impacts projections
  • Ability to analyze several streams of information concurrently and make thoughtful decisions in a highly timely-sensitive environment
  • Availability to work on nights & weekends (coinciding with sports schedule)
  • Highly proficient with Microsoft Office or similar software
  • Ability to learn new or updated software
  • Bachelor's degree in related field (statistics, computer science, engineering, analytics, finance, accounting) preferred but not required
  • One to three years of experience working in or playing Daily Fantasy Sports or Sports Gaming preferred but not required
Responsibilities
  • Post and maintain accurate pre-game and in-game player projections for all markets. This includes, but isn’t limited to; NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, CBB, and CFB.
  • Monitor player projections throughout the day and track any key information needed for projections
  • Manage risk and monitor projections accordingly utilizing modeling and quantitative analysis
  • Understand PrizePicks members' play patterns and adjust internal processes accordingly
  • Work with sport owners to implement strategies, best practices, and processes around key markets
  • Help set up standard operating procedures around PrizePicks game operations tasks
  • Ability to apply and adapt game operations skills for other sports that you could be responsible for.

PrizePicks operates a daily fantasy sports platform where users can predict how well their favorite athletes will perform in various sports. Users choose between 2 to 5 players and decide if each will perform above or below a specific benchmark. The accuracy of these predictions determines the potential winnings, with users able to earn up to 10 times their entry fees. The platform is mainly aimed at sports fans in the United States and Canada, although some states have restrictions on participation. PrizePicks makes money through entry fees and offers real-money games, making it a popular option for fans who want to engage more with sports. The company has been recognized with several awards, including SBC Rising Star and Atlanta Top Workplace.

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$2.2M

Headquarters

Atlanta, Georgia

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

2%

1 year growth

1%

2 year growth

6%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • PrizePicks' celebrity partnerships enhance brand visibility and user engagement.
  • The new 'Streak' game expands PrizePicks' offerings and market reach.
  • PrizePicks' expansion in Atlanta will create 1,000 new jobs, boosting local economy.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from new DFS platforms may dilute PrizePicks' market share.
  • Regulatory challenges could delay the launch of new games like 'Streak'.
  • Rapid expansion may strain resources and lead to operational inefficiencies.

What makes PrizePicks unique

  • PrizePicks offers a unique over/under prediction model in daily fantasy sports.
  • The platform covers the widest range of sports among DFS operators.
  • PrizePicks is the closest legal alternative to mobile sports betting in many U.S. states.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Flexible Work Hours

Performance Bonus

Company Social Events