Senior ML Engineer

Who We Are:

The world's top sports betting and lottery brands choose OpenBet as their partner for world class content, leading tech and tailored service. We have their back, so they’re ready with exciting, memorable and safe sports betting experiences to entertain billions of players worldwide.

Endeavor is a global sports and entertainment company, home to many of the world’s most dynamic and engaging storytellers, brands, live events, and experiences. The Endeavor network specializes in talent representation through entertainment agency WME; sports operations and advisory, event management, media production and distribution, and brand licensing through IMG; live event experiences and hospitality through On Location; full-service marketing through global cultural marketing agency 160over90; and sports data and technology through IMG ARENA and OpenBet. Endeavor is also the majority owner of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO), a premium sports and entertainment company comprising UFC and WWE.

The Team

OpenBet is a global leader in betting and gaming entertainment, trusted by over 200 partners to create memorable winning moments for millions of players worldwide. From processing bets during iconic events like the FIFA World Cup and Super Bowl to pioneering next-gen products like BetBuilder, we continuously redefine the player experience with high-quality content, cutting-edge technology, and advanced player protection tools.

For over 25 years, our unbeatable platform has powered the most recognizable betting brands, ensuring peak performance with 100% uptime, unmatched scale, and speed. With 85 licenses, 20 World Lottery Association operators on our customer roster, and a team of 1,200+ experts across 14 countries, we remain at the heart of the industry.

The Goal

The Data Science team is looking for a Senior Machine Learning Engineer that will be responsible for creating pre-match and in-play sports betting forecasting models.

What you’ll be doing

• Fetch appropriate data from the data-lake.
• Apply data cleansing methods to identify corrupt or inaccurate data entries.
• Apply Machine Learning techniques to create models for various pre-match and in-play betting markets.
• Implement models in object-oriented programming language.
• Document the process followed.
• Evaluate and maintain existing models.
• Create modelling pipelines in Python based on betting data that automates the model parameters upon demand.
• Collaborate closely with product owners and software developers to move projects from idea to integration.
• Report to the Director of Data Science on workflow and share findings with the Data Science team.
• Communicate with stakeholders and clients the key elements that govern our models.

The Player

What you’ll bring

• A postgraduate qualification in Computer Science, Data Science, Machine Learning or a closely related quantitative field
• 3+ years of working experience or a PhD in a quantitative field
• Experience with various modelling techniques (e.g. Probability Distributions, GLMs, Monte Carlo Simulations, Bayesian Inference, Time-Series Analysis etc.)
• Experience with various supervised/unsupervised/reinforcement learning methodologies (e.g. Neural Networks, Random Forests, GBMs, SVMs etc.)
• Advanced Python (e.g. Numpy, Pandas, TensorFlow, Scikit-Learn, Matplotlib, Keras, PyTorch SciPy etc.), C# and SQL programming skills
• A good understanding of betting concepts and markets
• Experience with version control platforms (e.g. GitHub, Gitlab, Bitbucket etc.)
• Fluent in English (written and spoken)

Nice to Haves

• Experience with Big Data tools (e.g. Apache Hadoop, MongoDB, Cassandra etc.).
• Experience with database management tools.
• Experience with data visualisation platforms (e.g. Tableau, Qlik Sense etc.).
• Experience with Jira and Confluence.

What’s the Score?

Why OpenBet?

• The Playground: Join a team of innovators, disruptors, and game-changers who are reshaping the future of betting and gaming. 
• The Mission: Be part of a mission-driven organization that's committed to revolutionizing the way the world plays. 
• The Impact: Make a real impact on the world stage, leaving a lasting legacy that transcends boundaries and inspires generations to come. 
• The Culture: Immerse yourself in a culture of creativity, collaboration, and curiosity, where every idea is welcomed, every voice is heard, and every dream is encouraged. 
• The Future: Join us on the journey to build the future of betting and gaming, one game-changing innovation at a time. 

What we can offer YOU: 

• Attractive benefits, an open and supportive environment as well as a modern and exciting workplace 
• The opportunity to interact with global teams on a regular basis as you and our business continues to develop & grow 
• Tangible and genuine development - at OpenBet, you can take your career where you want it to go! 
• And if that’s not enough; enjoy flexible working whilst we provide you with the guidance and development skills you need to progress and enhance your career 
• We have a collaborative office environment with our team members in office 2 days per week. 

At OpenBet, we celebrate diversity and believe in creating an inclusive environment where every voice is valued and respected. We're committed to building a team that reflects the rich tapestry of humanity, embracing individuals from all walks of life, backgrounds, and identities. Join us in shaping the future of iGaming, where diversity isn't just celebrated—it's celebrated.  

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Endeavor unites and brings people together in our love of sport, culture, and entertainment. We understand this can only be accomplished when we lead with a lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion in everything we do. As a global company that drives culture, we strive to reflect the world’s diverse voices.  

Endeavor is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief.