- Location: Barcelona – Hybrid (50% Office based in the hills of Barcelona)
- Working Hours: Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm CET
Company Overview:
We are an innovative online B2B sportsbook company revolutionizing the sports betting industry. Our platform provides cutting-edge solutions for businesses looking to enter the sports betting market, offering advanced technology and seamless integration.
Job Description:
We are seeking a talented and experienced Data Scientist specialising in Prediction Models for Sports Betting, to join our dynamic team. You will play a crucial role in leveraging data analytics to drive strategic decisions and enhance our product offerings. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to extract insights from data, develop predictive models, and implement data-driven solutions that optimize our sports betting platform.
What you’ll be doing:
- Analyze data, build predictive models, and develop data-driven solutions to address complex business problems using mathematics, statistics, programming, and domain knowledge expertise.
- Collecting, cleaning, and preprocessing data to ensure its quality and reliability.
- Exploring and visualizing data to identify patterns, trends, and relationships.
- Creating and executing machine learning algorithms and statistical models.
- Ensuring the effectiveness of data models through rigorous testing and analysis.
- Evaluating the performance of models and refining them as needed.
- Presenting the results and suggestions to relevant parties by using easily understandable visuals and concise reports.
- Working with teams across different functions to implement solutions based on data analysis.
What we’re looking for:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field; advanced degree (e.g., Master’s or Ph.D.) preferred.
- Proven experience in data analysis, statistical modelling, and machine learning techniques.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or SQL for data manipulation and analysis.
- Strong understanding of sports betting concepts, including odds calculation, risk management, and trading strategies.
- Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) to communicate insights effectively.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.
- Solid communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.