Senior Data Science Engineer

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London, Greater London, England
Hybrid
Senior level
Digital Media • Gaming • Information Technology • Software • Sports • Esports • Big Data Analytics
The Crown Is Yours
The Role
The Senior Data Science Engineer will develop and integrate statistical and machine learning models into applications, engineer sports data assets, conduct testing, and support junior team members. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams and coaching others while focusing on creating best-in-class sports models.
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We're defining what it means to build and deliver the most extraordinary sports and entertainment experiences. Our global team is trailblazing new markets, developing cutting-edge products, and shaping the future of responsible gaming.
Here, "impossible" isn't part of our vocabulary. You'll face some of the toughest but most rewarding challenges of your career. They're worth it. Channeling your inner grit will accelerate your growth, help us win as a team, and create unforgettable moments for our customers.
The Crown Is Yours
Our team comprises sports modelling experts and data science technologists, coming together to develop innovative DS products that deliver incremental value on the Sportsbook platform at DraftKings. As part of this role, you will be a creative thinker, utilizing data, machine learning, and software development skills to craft high-impact best-in-class sports models that grow the business.
What You'll Do as a Senior Data Science Engineer

  • Create statistical and machine learning models and integrate them into DS applications
  • Collect and engineer sports data assets to assist in model development
  • Implement the sports models and pricing engines in Python
  • Create automatic tests to ensure model and pricing engine accuracy
  • Collaborate closely with product, developers, QAs and delivery leads to move projects from ideation to deployment
  • Test that data flows work as expected and that models are well integrated in larger business context
  • Research the different sport's specifications and rules
  • Coach and support more junior data scientists within the team


What You'll Bring

  • Highly proficient in at least one programming language, ideally Python
  • Experience of building statistical or machine learning models for multiple sports
  • Understanding of data science and statistical modelling principles
  • Experience with Kubernetes and Kafka are desirable
  • Knowledge of MLOps principles and related tools will be considered an asset
  • Keen interest in sports, particularly tennis
  • Self-learner who is open to learning new things
  • Familiarity with version control concepts
  • Understanding of object-oriented programming principles
  • Understanding of Sportsbook products will be considered an asset
  • PhD, Masters or Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Data Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field


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We're a publicly traded (NASDAQ: DKNG) technology company headquartered in Boston. As a regulated gaming company, you may be required to obtain a gaming license issued by the appropriate state agency as a condition of employment. Don't worry, we'll guide you through the process if this is relevant to your role.

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The Company
HQ: Boston, MA
5,300 Employees
Hybrid Workplace
Year Founded: 2012

What We Do

It's simple, at DraftKings, we believe life is more fun when you're in on the action. For that reason, we’re committed to responsibly creating the world’s favorite games and betting experiences. We’re developing the most innovative and entertaining real money products and offers; to forever transform how people experience sports; to be a fully vertically integrated sports betting operator. It's our ultimate goal to build the best, most trusted, and most customer-centric destination for our players.

We’re defining what it means to build and deliver the most extraordinary sports and entertainment experiences. Our global team is trailblazing new markets, developing cutting-edge products, and shaping the future of responsible gaming.

Why Work With Us

Here, “impossible” isn’t part of our vocabulary. You’ll face some of the toughest but most rewarding challenges of your career. They’re worth it. Channeling your inner grit will accelerate your growth, help us win as a team, and create unforgettable moments for our customers. Ready to own what’s next?

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