Job Overview
Location
Remote - United Kingdom
Job Type
Full-time
Category
Data Science
Date Posted
May 20, 2026
Full Job Description
đź“‹ Description
- • As a Senior Data Science Engineer on the Sports Modeling team at DraftKings, you will develop models and data-driven solutions that enhance the Sportsbook experience for users, directly contributing to smarter decisions and innovative products across the platform.
- • Day to day, you will create statistical and machine learning models, engineer sports data assets, implement models and pricing engines in Python, build automatic tests for accuracy, collaborate with Trading, Product, Engineering, and QA teams to deploy projects, test data flows in business context, and coach junior data scientists.
- • You will join a team of sports modeling experts and data science technologists within DraftKings, a publicly traded (NASDAQ: DKNG) technology company headquartered in Boston, where AI is central to enhancing customer experiences, streamlining operations, and unlocking new possibilities in regulated gaming.
- • In this role, you will deepen your expertise in sports modeling and ML lifecycle, gain hands-on experience with Python, Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD, strengthen cross-functional collaboration skills, and grow as a technical leader by mentoring junior teammates while working on high-impact products used by millions.
🎯 Requirements
- • A college degree in Statistics, Data Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, or another related field
- • Proficiency in Python, object-oriented programming concepts, NumPy methods and version control
- • Experience with the machine learning lifecycle (experimentation, reproducibility, deployment, monitoring, retraining)
- • Familiarity with containerization tools like Docker and orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes
- • Solid grasp of data science principles and statistical modeling techniques
- • Demonstrated passion for sports and a strong understanding of relevant leagues and their dynamics
🏖️ Benefits
- • Opportunity to work on AI-driven innovation at a publicly traded technology company (NASDAQ: DKNG)
- • Guidance and support for obtaining gaming licenses if required by role and jurisdiction
- • Collaborative environment with Trading, Product, Engineering, and QA teams
- • Chance to coach and support junior data scientists, fostering leadership growth
- • Work on high-impact sports models that enhance user experience across the Sportsbook platform
- • Remote work flexibility within the United Kingdom
Skills & Technologies
About DraftKings Inc.
DraftKings Inc. operates regulated digital sports entertainment and gaming products in North America. Founded in 2012, it offers daily fantasy sports, sports betting, iGaming, and media content through web and mobile platforms. The company holds gaming licenses in multiple U.S. states and provinces, providing real-money wagering on professional and collegiate sports, online casino games, and live-dealer tables. Revenue is generated via entry fees, rake, and sportsbook hold. DraftKings has partnered with major leagues and teams, and it trades on the Nasdaq under DKNG.
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