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Senior Lead Data Scientist (Sports/Gaming Analytics) - Predictive Modeling & ML Solutions

Haystack • United Kingdom
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AI Summary

Design and deploy advanced predictive models and ML solutions for real-time business decisions in a data-driven, high-growth tech environment. Lead technical projects, mentor data science teams, and collaborate with engineers to optimize scalable data pipelines. Requires proven expertise in sports/gaming analytics, mentorship, and cloud/distributed computing with Python/R and ML frameworks.

Key Highlights
Lead predictive modeling and ML solutions for real-time markets in sports/gaming
Mentor and coach data science teams while driving best practices
Work with cutting-edge datasets, cloud platforms (GCP preferred), and scalable pipelines
Key Responsibilities
Design and deploy predictive models and ML solutions for real-time market applications
Collaborate with engineers, analysts, and platform teams to optimize performance and reliability
Identify patterns and insights from high-quality datasets to influence live business decisions
Drive best practices and mentor/coach across the Data Science function
Work hands-on with cutting-edge datasets, AI techniques, and scalable data pipelines
Technical Skills Required
Python Machine Learning Frameworks (Scikit-learn, PyTorch, TensorFlow) Cloud Platforms (Google Cloud Platform)
Benefits & Perks
Fully remote work with flexibility
Salary range: £90,000 - £100,000
Access to high-quality datasets and modern ML tooling
Nice to Have
Experience in sports or gaming industries
Interest in data-driven decision-making
Experience with AWS or Azure (in addition to GCP)

Job Description


We are working with one of the UK's most successful privately owned technology businesses, a market leader trusted by millions and driven by data at its core.

The Role

  • Design and deploy predictive models and ML solutions that power real-time markets.
  • Work hands on with cutting-edge datasets, AI techniques, and scalable data pipelines.
  • Identify patterns and insights that directly influence live business decisions.
  • Collaborate closely with engineers, analysts, and platform teams to optimise performance and reliability.
  • Drive best practice, mentor / coach across the Data Science function.

What You'll Need

  • Proven experience in a Senior or Lead Data Scientist role (preferably in sports, gaming or similar).
  • A track record of mentoring teams and leading technical projects.
  • A degree (BSc/MSc) in Data Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • Strong programming skills in Python or R, with experience using frameworks such as Scikit-learn, PyTorch, or TensorFlow.
  • Experience with cloud platforms or distributed computing (GCP preferred, but AWS or Azure also welcome).
  • A genuine interest in sports and data-driven decision making.

What's On Offer

  • Fully remote working with flexibility built in.
  • £90,000 - £100,000 salary plus additional benefits.
  • Access to huge, high-quality datasets and modern ML tooling.
  • Clear opportunities for career growth within an expanding Data Science function.

Apply via Haystack today!


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