Senior Data Scientist - Sports Analytics Platform

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 1,921,000 - 2,561,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Remote work

Professional development

Health insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Scientist to join its sports analytics platform. You will design, develop, and deploy ML models for performance prediction and player evaluation, handling large datasets from diverse sports sources.

The role is fully remote, offering a stock options package, professional development budget, and comprehensive health insurance. You will collaborate with product managers and engineers, mentor juniors, and stay at the cutting edge of data science

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in a quantitative field (CS, statistics, mathematics).
• 5+ years of professional data science, with ML model deployment experience.
• Proficiency in Python or R and ML libraries (scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Strong SQL and data warehousing experience.
• Proven ability to work independently in a remote role.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy ML models for sports performance prediction and insights.
• Clean, transform, and analyze large, complex datasets from diverse sources.
• Collaborate with product managers and engineers to integrate DS solutions.
• Communicate findings clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Mentor junior data scientists and promote best practices.

Skills

Python

R

Machine learning

SQL

Data mining

Education

Master's or PhD in CS/Statistics/Math

Tools

scikit-learn

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Data Scientist to join their innovative sports analytics platform team. Working remotely, you will leverage advanced statistical modeling, machine learning, and data mining techniques to extract actionable insights from complex sports datasets. This role is critical in developing predictive models, enhancing data-driven decision-making for sports organizations, and pushing the boundaries of sports analytics. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional passionate about sports and data to make a significant impact from anywhere, contributing to a forward-thinking organization dedicated to sports performance optimization.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy machine learning models for sports performance prediction, player evaluation, and strategic insights.
• Clean, transform, and analyze large, complex datasets from various sports sources.
• Collaborate with product managers and engineers to integrate data science solutions into the analytics platform.
• Communicate complex findings and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Mentor junior data scientists and contribute to the team's overall technical growth and best practices.
• Stay current with the latest research and advancements in data science, machine learning, and sports analytics.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in data science, with a strong focus on building and deploying machine learning models.
• Expertise in programming languages such as Python or R, and proficiency with relevant libraries (e.g., scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Strong experience with SQL and data warehousing concepts.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage projects effectively in a remote setting.
• A deep passion for sports and an understanding of sports data is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and stock options package.
• Fully remote work environment with flexible hours.
• Generous budget for professional development, conferences, and online courses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects in a rapidly growing industry.