Data Scientist
RoutableFull Time
Junior (1 to 2 years)
Candidates must possess a Master’s degree in Data Analytics, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related technical field, and have at least three years of demonstrated experience developing and delivering effective machine learning and/or statistical models for sports or sports betting, with expertise in Probability Theory, Machine Learning, Inferential Statistics, Bayesian Statistics, and Markov Chain Monte Carlo methods. Applicants should also have experience with relational SQL and Python, as well as experience with source control tools like GitHub and CI/CD processes, and familiarity with AWS environments.
The Soccer Data Scientist will ideate, develop, and improve machine learning and statistical models to drive Swish’s core algorithms for sports betting products, develop contextualized feature sets utilizing specific soccer domain knowledge, contribute to all stages of model development from proof-of-concept creation to deployment, analyze model performance and identify weaknesses, adhere to software engineering best practices, document modeling work, and present findings to stakeholders and partners.
Sports analytics and optimization tools provider
Swish Analytics specializes in sports analytics and optimization tools for daily fantasy sports and sports betting, focusing on major U.S. leagues like the NFL, MLB, NBA, and NHL. The company uses an advanced machine learning system to analyze large datasets, providing accurate sports predictions and optimized lineups. This helps users, including individual bettors and professional operators, make informed decisions about their bets and fantasy picks. Swish Analytics differentiates itself by being an Authorized MLB Data Distributor, establishing trust in the sports betting community. Operating on a subscription-based model, users can access various levels of tools and analytics, starting with a free trial. The goal of Swish Analytics is to maximize return on investment for clients by identifying the best bets and balancing risk and reward for long-term success.