Data Scientist
Jersey City, NJ
Mid-level · Full time
Posted 9 months ago
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THE POSITION
Our roster has an opening with your name on it

In this role you will be responsible for reporting, data analysis and modeling across all areas of Sportsbook Risk Management, including betting limits, customer behaviors, liability management, and promotions, for retail and online. Using your numerical and technology capabilities you will play a key role in research and communication of results to Risk & Trading teams and senior management.

This is a great opportunity for somebody who wants to work in an environment where curiosity is rewarded and people are empowered to make decisions. The ideal candidate will have a passion for learning and a head for numbers. Successful candidates will be tasked with a range or responsibilities aligned to offering a first-class experience for our customers.

If you would like to play a key role in an emerging US Sports Betting market opportunity then this could be the role for you. Integrity, low ego and collaboration are key values in the Risk & Trading department. 

THE GAME PLAN
Everyone on our team has a part to play

  • Deliver high-quality analysis and reporting to aid more accurate risk profiling, customer segmentation, optimum risk strategy and effective risk management decisions;
  • Improve our understanding of customer behaviors, efficiency of promotions, and effectiveness of risk management practices;
  • Create, modify, and evolve models which solve business problems, and show demonstrable improvements to department KPIs
  • Through idea generation and exploratory analysis, develop new and innovative ways to turn behaviors into features for use in risk analysis, segmentation and predictive modeling;
  • Demonstrate accurate insights and predictions using easy to interpret visualizations and clear explanations of results, recommendations, methods, biases and limitations;
  • Take responsibility to learn the necessary skills and techniques, in order to work with independence, integrity and accuracy;
  • Collaborate with key stakeholders to effectively identify areas for improvement, and support their strategic objectives;

THE STATS
What we're looking for in our next teammate

  • Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar role
  • Proficient in SQL and experience of manipulating large datasets
  • Proficient in statistical or programming software and techniques (e.g. in Python, R, C#, VBA , etc.)
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel
  • Undergraduate degree in a numerate or technical discipline
  • Strong results in subjects with a mathematical or statistical focus
  • Experience working with data visualization tools like Tableau an advantage
  • Interest in Sports an advantage

PLAYER BENEFITS
We treat our team right

From our many opportunities for professional development to our generous insurance and paid leave policies, we’re committed to making sure our employees get as much out of FanDuel as we ask them to give. Competitive compensation is just the beginning. As part of our team, you can expect:

  • An exciting and fun environment committed to driving real growth
  • Opportunities to build really cool products that fans love
  • Mentorship and professional development resources to help you refine your game
  • Be well, save well and live well - with FanDuel Total Rewards your benefits are one highlight reel after another 

FanDuel is an equal opportunities employer and we believe, as one of our principal states, “We Are One Team!”  We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or another other characteristic protected by state, local or federal law. We believe FanDuel is strongest and best able to compete if all employees feel valued, respected, and included.  We want our team to include diverse individuals because diversity of thought, diversity of perspectives, and diversity of experiences leads to better performance.  Having a diverse and inclusive workforce is a core value that we believe makes FanDuel stronger and more competitive as One Team!

FanDuel
FanDuel offers fantasy sports with daily games for real money.
Size:  251-500 employees
Year Founded:  2007
Investors
Kohlberg Kravis Roberts
FJ Labs
Bullpen Capital
Tusk Venture Partners
Dawn Capital
CapitalG
Next Play Capital
Scottish Investment Bank
Fabrice Grinda
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