SumerSports
AI insights + over 600 years of NFL expertise.
Senior Football Data Scientist
Location
United States
Posted
17 days ago
Salary
Not specified
Postgraduate Degree4 yrs expEnglishPythonSpark
Job Description
• Build and implement analytical football models, providing valuable insights to enhance our football analytics offerings
• Conduct comprehensive data analysis to extract actionable insights
• Ensure seamless deployment of machine learning and statistical models using Python, Databricks, and Spark
• Handle large datasets efficiently using Spark and Databricks, ensuring data integrity and performance optimization
• Work closely with other data scientists, analysts, and stakeholders to understand their needs and deliver high-quality analytical solutions
• Identify and implement new tools, techniques, and best practices to enhance our data analytics capabilities
Job Requirements
- Advanced degree (Masters or PhD) in a quantitative discipline, or equivalent professional experience
- 4+ years of experience in data science, preferably in a sports analytics environment
- Proficiency in Python and experience with Databricks
- Strong programming skills in Python, including experience deploying models beyond exploratory notebooks
- Documented experience in football analytics, demonstrated through industry experience, public content, or significant independent projects
- Solid foundation in statistical modeling and machine learning methodologies
- Proven ability to independently identify and resolve data-related challenges in real-world datasets
- Effective communication skills, with experience explaining technical concepts clearly
Benefits
- Competitive Salary and Bonus Plan
- Comprehensive health insurance plan
- Retirement savings plan (401k) with company match
- Remote working environment
- A flexible, unlimited time off policy
- Generous paid holiday schedule - 13 in total including Monday after the Super Bowl
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