Quant Analyst

Who We Are:

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. Join OpenBet to take your career to the next level and be part of a global innovative team shaping the future of betting entertainment for millions worldwide.

We are looking for a Quant Analyst that will be responsible for creating pre-match and in-play sports betting forecasting models.

The Goal 

• Create and improve models for pre-match and in-play betting markets.
• Implement models in object-oriented programming language.
• Maintain and own data processing services.
• Evaluate and integrate new data feeds.
• Own trading solutions services such as alerting, reporting and trading apps.
• Work with and improve deployment pipelines on cloud resources.
• Contribute to code review and QA processes.
• Research and apply new technologies including AI, and train colleagues in these methods.  
• Collaborate closely with product owners and software developers to move projects from idea to integration.
• Communicate with stakeholders the key elements that govern the models and solutions.
   

The Player

Essential Qualifications

• A postgraduate qualification in Data Science, Machine Learning, Statistics, Mathematics or a closely related quantitative field.
• 3+ years of working experience or a PhD in a quantitative field.
• Advanced programming skills: (a) object-oriented programming (C# or Python) and (b) databases (SQL and NoSQL).
• Experience with various modelling techniques (e.g. Probability Distributions, GLMs, Monte Carlo Simulations, Bayesian Inference, Time-Series Analysis etc.)
• A demonstrable interest in developing forecasting models for sports.
• A good understanding of betting concepts and markets.

Desirable Qualifications

• 2+ years working experience in the betting industry.
• Knowledge of modern Machine Learning methodologies (e.g. Neural Networks, Random Forests, GBMs, SVMs etc.).
• Experience with cloud computing services.
• Experience with version control platforms (e.g. GitHub, Gitlab, Bitbucket etc.)
• Experience with Jira and Confluence.

Personal Attributes

• Fluent in English (written and spoken).
• You must have a strong work ethic and outstanding interpersonal skills.

You must be self-motivated, a team-player and a creative thinker.
 

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.

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