Data Scientist

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. You will work 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:

• Write complex code to model specific situations in sporting events.
• Develop custom data models and algorithms, focused on accurately projecting player statistics within full game simulations.
• Design processes and tools for monitoring and analyzing model performance and data accuracy.
• Contribute to research and innovation in sports data science initiatives.

What you have:

• Advanced knowledge of machine learning, data analysis, and statistical modeling, specifically with respect to professional sports.
• Proficiency in statistics and statistical software applications, such as Python or R.
• Practical experience with relational databases like PostgreSQL.
• Experience with data visualization and report building is a plus.
• 2+ years of experience in a professional data science or engineering environment.
• Advanced knowledge of sports and their related statistics and modeling methodologies.
• Familiarity with advanced sports statistics and analytics platforms used in professional basketball or football.
• Experience working with real-time sports data feeds and APIs.
• Knowledge of sports betting concepts and daily fantasy sports a plus.

What makes you stand out:

• Experience with Rust, C++, Java, or any other lower-level programming languages.
• Have previously written and deployed production level code or machine learning models.
• Experience within a professional sports organization.

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
  • Flexible PTO to encourage a healthy work/life balance (2- weeks STRONGLY encouraged!)
  • 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 development