Data Scientist - Bayesian

Pythia Sports; London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A sports analytics firm located in London is seeking a Data Scientist specializing in Bayesian modelling. In this innovative role, you will develop and conduct statistical analyses for predictive models aimed at horse racing. Candidates must have a PhD or 2+ years of experience, proficiency in Bayesian methods and Python, along with strong communication skills. This position offers a collaborative environment with a focus on integrity and innovation.

Benefits

Private health insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Enhanced paternity and maternity leave

Increased holiday allowance

Discretionary annual bonus

Exciting development opportunities

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of data validity and limitations.
• Ability to research and apply Bayesian techniques.
• Ensure statistical robustness and validity of models.

Responsibilities

• Develop and conduct statistical analysis of predictive models.
• Build and maintain Bayesian-driven predictive models.
• Communicate model behavior and uncertainty.

Skills

Bayesian statistical methods

Python

Statistical analysis

Stakeholder communication

Education

PhD or 2+ years industry experience

Tools

Stan

PyMC3

Job description

Pythia Sports are looking for a creative thinking and experienced person to join their established in-house modelling team as a Data Scientist specialising in Bayesian modelling and simulation. The purpose of the role is to develop and conduct statistical analysis of predictive models for a horse racing prediction pipeline.

As a Data Scientist - Bayesian you will:

• Have a deep understanding of the data, its limitations and meaning, including the investigation of data validity
• Build and maintain Bayesian-driven predictive models
• Research and apply novel Bayesian modelling techniques
• Develop and maintain model validation metrics to regularly track and evaluate performance
• Understand and communicate model behaviour, uncertainty, and decisions
• Ensure the statistical robustness and validity of all models

Key Skills / Qualifications

• PhD or 2+ years industry experience in data science, statistics, or a related field
• Strong foundational knowledge and practical experience with Bayesian statistical methods
• Experience with Bayesian software packages (e.g. Stan, PyMC3)
• Highly proficient in Python
• Ability to work with stakeholders at different levels of expertise to explain model behaviour, uncertainty, and decisions
• Knowledge and interest in sports is beneficial

Candidate Overview

The successful Data Scientist will be an innovative, self-driven person with high levels of integrity. They will be working closely with local and remote teams and therefore need to be highly communicative, but also work well independently. They must be well organised and have the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Company Overview

Pythia Sports was established in 2014 with the goal to provide the most accurate sports probabilities to some of the largest wagering groups worldwide. We provide sophisticated modelling services and wagering execution software to a small number of private clients. We focus on being the best at what we do and recognise that our success comes from having the best employees and keeping them happy. We pride ourselves on hiring talented, creative and free thinkers.

Here you will find a relaxed atmosphere, social events and amazing people! When working from the office, there are also team lunches, snacks, coffee and tea.

We also offer private health insurance, cycle to work scheme, enhanced paternity and maternity leave, enhanced sick pay, increased holiday allowance, discretionary annual bonus and exciting development opportunities.

Pythia Sports employees are expected to embrace the company philosophy of integrity combined with innovation and cutting edge technology