Lead Data Science Engineer

at  DraftKings

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.

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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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• Research and implement DS applications in Python
• Create statistical and machine learning models and integrate them into DS applications
• Work with and help develop our MLOps pipeline
• Data engineering of data assets to assist in DS application development
• Writing production quality code to deploy and run models in a sportsbook
• Create automatic tests to ensure accuracy and reliability of DS applications
• Collaborate closely with product, developers, QAs and delivery leads to move projects from ideation to development and deployment
• Test that data flows work as expected and that DS applications are well integrated in larger business context
• Build advanced analytics tools for sportsbook product teams
• Coach and support more junior data scientists within the team