Game Operations Analyst
About The Position
At PrizePicks, we are the fastest-growing sports company in North America, as recognized by Inc. 5000. As the leading platform for Daily Fantasy Sports, we cover a diverse range of sports leagues, including the NFL, NBA, and Esports titles like League of Legends and Counter-Strike. Our team of over 550 employees thrives in an inclusive culture that values individuals from diverse backgrounds, regardless of their level of sports fandom. PrizePicks is looking for a detail oriented, statistically-minded individual who excels in a fast-paced environment to build precise sports projections on a day-to-day basis along with trading projections when necessary.
Requirements
- Excellent attention to detail, verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent time management, reliability, and ability to meet highly important deadlines
- Extensive DFS and Prediction Market knowledge along with experience in the sports gaming, player prop and daily fantasy sports industries
- Extensive understanding of college/major sports league players, teams, players, matchups and understanding of how said information impacts projections
- Ability to analyze several streams of information concurrently and make thoughtful decisions in a highly timely-sensitive environment
- Ability to learn and execute new product initiatives
- Availability to work on nights & weekends (coinciding with sports schedule)
- Highly proficient with Google Workspace
- Ability to learn new or updated software
- Must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in related field (statistics, computer science, engineering, analytics, finance, accounting) preferred but not required
- One to three years of experience working in or playing Daily Fantasy Sports or Sports Gaming preferred but not required
Responsibilities
- Post and maintain accurate pre-game and in-game player projections for all supported markets and leagues covered by PrizePicks.
- Monitor player projections throughout the day and track any key information needed for projections
- Manage risk and monitor projections accordingly utilizing modeling and quantitative analysis
- Understand PrizePicks members' play patterns and adjust internal processes accordingly
- Work with sport owners to implement strategies, best practices, and processes around key markets
- Support and execute on product initiatives
- Help set up standard operating procedures around PrizePicks game operations tasks
- Ability to apply and adapt game operations skills for other sports that you could be responsible for.
Benefits
- Company-subsidized medical, dental, & vision plans
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Annual bonus
- Flexible PTO to encourage a healthy work/life balance (2 weeks STRONGLY encouraged!)
- Generous paid leave programs, including 16-week paid parental leave and disability benefits
- Workplace flexibility and modern work schedules focused on getting the job done, not hours clocked
- Company-wide in-person events and team outings
- Lifestyle enhancement program
- Company equipment provided (Windows & Mac options)
- Annual performance reviews with opportunities for growth and career development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
