Basketball Pricing Analyst
Core
Set and manage real-time odds and betting markets for sports games, adjusting prices based on live game flow, news, and customer behavior.
Role type
Junior Sports Trader (Football/Hockey focus)
Builds
Live in-play odds and betting markets for customers
Domain
Sports betting and mobile wagering
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Mental math, probability understanding, Excel proficiency, real-time decision making, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
SQL, Python, R, NBA knowledge, MLB/WNBA knowledge
Technologies
Excel, SQL, Python, R
Responsibilities
Learn to set and manage prices on football or hockey games using in-house tools; Monitor real-time news and stats to guide trading decisions; Trade live games and make quick pricing adjustments; Collaborate with Risk, Product, Marketing, and Compliance teams; Brainstorm new bet types to improve customer experience
Seniority
Junior, hands-on IC