bet365
online gambling
LeadDataScientist
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“Lead Data Scientist at bet365. Skills: Lead Data Scientist, advanced probabilistic models, sophisticated mathematical models, machine learning techniques, Python/R, ML frameworks, statistical analysis, probability theory, scalable models, cloud computing environments. spearhead the development of advanced probabilistic models that power real-time betting markets. designing, developing, and maintaining sophisticated mathematical models to provide accurate pricing across our sports betting product”
What You'll Achieve.
develop relevant, impactful models aligned with business objectives; provide accurate pricing across our sports betting products; derive actionable insights aligned with business objectives; enhance overall team performance and capabilities
Industry & Context.
solving problems without prescriptive approaches; data-driven insights
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Master’s degree or PhD in Mathematics, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field, Proven success in leading the design, development, and deployment of sophisticated predictive models, Expertise in Python/R and ML frameworks, such as scikit-learn, TensorFlow, or PyTorch, Proven ability to design and implement complex machine learning solutions and guiding best practice, Deep understanding of statistical analysis and probability theory, Demonstrable experience overseeing the implementation of highly accurate, computationally efficient, and scalable models for large-scale production environments, Experience with cloud computing environments for scalable solutions
Nice to Have
Ability to leverage in-depth knowledge of sports and online gambling to develop relevant, impactful models aligned with business objectives, Track record of mentoring junior colleagues and successfully leading technical projects
What You'll Do.
spearhead the development of advanced probabilistic models that power real-time betting markets
and maintaining sophisticated mathematical models to provide accurate pricing across our sports betting products
work with extensive datasets develop models that determine odds and power in-play betting decisions
leverage state-of-the-art machine learning techniques to analyse and interpret complex sports data
Leading the development and implementation of innovative data solutions for complex challenges
solving problems without prescriptive approaches
Overseeing advanced analysis of large datasets to derive actionable insights aligned with business objectives
Developing predictive models and algorithms using statistical techniques and machine learning
Conducting and supervising rigorous statistical validation of models against historical and live data
Collaborating with trading teams to incorporate domain expertise into mathematical models
Partnering with software architects and developers to ensure alignment with technical solutions
Optimising model performance for both accuracy and computational efficiency
Researching and implementing novel approaches from academic literature and industry advancements
Mentoring less experienced team members
and conducting quality assurance to enhance overall team performance and capabilities
Identifying and defining new opportunities for data-driven insights
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborating with trading teams to incorporate domain expertise into mathematical models; Partnering with software architects and developers to ensure alignment with technical solutions; Mentoring less experienced team members, providing guidance, and conducting quality assurance to enhance overall team performance and capabilities
Communication Scope
communication
Process & Methodology
leading the design, development, and deployment of sophisticated predictive models, leading technical projects
Full Job Description
We’re one of the world’s leading online gambling companies, revolutionising the industry since 2000. Founded by Denise Coates CBE, we now employ over 10,000 people and serve over 120 million customers in 26 languages. We empower our employees to push boundaries and explore new ideas, cultivating a culture that celebrates and rewards creativity. This offers employees a wealth of growth opportunities, giving them the opportunity to make a real impact in the world of online gambling. As a forward-thinking company, we’re breaking new ground in software innovation too, redefining what’s possible for our global worldwide. Our focus on In-Play betting has solidified our market-leading position, featuring more than 1.38 million In-Play sporting events a year. With over 750 concurrent sporting fixtures at peak and more live sports streamed than anyone else in Europe (750,000), we handle over 6 million HTTP requests daily and process more than 1.5 million bets per hour at peak. As a Lead Data Scientist, you will spearhead the development of advanced probabilistic models that power real-time betting markets. The Quantitative Analysis department harnesses data-driven insights to enhance our betting products and services. The team is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining sophisticated mathematical models to provide accurate pricing across our sports betting products. In this role, you will work with extensive datasets develop models that determine odds and power in-play betting decisions while leveraging state-of-the-art machine learning techniques to analyse and interpret complex sports data. Our fast-paced, delivery-focused environment offers significant opportunities for technical growth and innovation. This role is eligible for inclusion in the Company's hybrid working policy. ## Qualifications * Ability to leverage in-depth knowledge of sports and online gambling to develop relevant, impactful models aligned with business objectives. * Master’s degree or Ph
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