Game Operations

PrizePicks•Atlanta, GA

2d•Remote

About The Position

PrizePicks is the fastest-growing sports company in North America and the leading platform for Daily Fantasy Sports. We are looking for a detail-oriented, statistically-minded individual who excels in a fast-paced environment to monitor and trade precise sports projections on a day-to-day basis. This role involves maintaining accurate player projections, managing risk through quantitative analysis, understanding player behavior, and collaborating with sport owners to implement strategies and standard operating procedures for game operations tasks.

Requirements

Ability to analyze several streams of information concurrently and make thoughtful decisions in a highly time-sensitive environment.
Strong attention to detail, verbal, and written communication skills.
Excellent time management, reliability, and ability to meet highly important deadlines.
Ability to apply strong understanding of DFS and sports gaming industries.
Thorough understanding of college/major sports league players, teams, players, matchups and understanding of how said information impacts projections.
Comfort applying Standard Operating Procedures to all sports, regardless of specialized knowledge or experience.
Openness to different trading philosophies and willingness to adapt to what best achieves company objectives.
Availability to work on nights & weekends (coinciding with sports schedule).
Strong Mathematical and Analytical skills.
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

A bachelor's degree in a 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

Maintain accurate pre-game and in-game player projections for all markets, including NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, CBB, and CFB.
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.
Help set up standard operating procedures around PrizePicks game operations tasks.

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