Trader, Player Props

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The Crown Is Yours

As a Player Props Trader, you'll take ownership of our player proposition markets, using your sports knowledge and mathematical skills to deliver top-tier offerings across U.S. leagues. You'll play a key role in shaping market strategy, adapting to new technologies, and ensuring our player props remain best-in-class in a fast-moving industry.

What You'll Do

• Develop and manage player prop markets for various leagues, ensuring a wide range of betting options.

• Utilize statistical models and data analysis techniques to price player props accurately.
• Work closely with Data Science, Analytics, and cross-functional teams to align player prop offerings with overall market strategy.
• Actively monitor pricing on player prop markets, managing player inputs while applying innovative strategies.
• Conduct thorough research on player performances, team dynamics, and other relevant factors that inform prop pricing decisions.
• Develop and manage market-leading player prop offering to enhance user experience and increase engagement.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, preferably with a background in math and statistics.

• Knowledge of sports in at least one of the major U.S. leagues.

• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills as well as the ability to prioritize and make quick decisions.

• Proficiency in statistical analysis tools such as Excel, R, or Python is a plus.

The US hourly rate for this full-time position is $24.23 - $30.29, plus bonus, equity, and benefits as applicable.  Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location.  The compensation information displayed on each job posting reflects the range for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations.  Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.  Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range and how that was determined during the hiring process. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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