The Lead Analyst will collaborate with trading operations, analyze data for pricing strategies, and provide actionable insights to improve trading performance and customer experience.
We're defining what it means to build and deliver the most extraordinary sports and entertainment experiences. Our global team is trailblazing new markets, developing cutting-edge products, and shaping the future of responsible gaming.
Here, "impossible" isn't part of our vocabulary. You'll face some of the toughest but most rewarding challenges of your career. They're worth it. Channeling your inner grit will accelerate your growth, help us win as a team, and create unforgettable moments for our customers.
The Crown Is Yours
As a Lead Analyst on the Sportsbook Trading Analytics team, you'll work hand-in-hand with sports traders, leveraging extensive customer, pricing, and industry data to optimize revenue and improve our trading performance. You'll collaborate closely with our product, trading, and data science teams to identify and address opportunities in our pricing pipeline, with a particular emphasis on supporting trading operations and driving margin improvements through analytical insights. Your work will directly enable our trading teams to make smarter, faster, and better-informed decisions in a dynamic and competitive market.
What you'll do as a Lead Analyst, Sportsbook Trading
What You'll Bring
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We're a publicly traded (NASDAQ: DKNG) technology company headquartered in Boston. As a regulated gaming company, you may be required to obtain a gaming license issued by the appropriate state agency as a condition of employment. Don't worry, we'll guide you through the process if this is relevant to your role.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is 115,900.00 USD - 144,900.00 USD, plus bonus, equity, and benefits as applicable. Our ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The compensation information displayed on each job posting reflects the range for new hire pay rates 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 pay 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.
Here, "impossible" isn't part of our vocabulary. You'll face some of the toughest but most rewarding challenges of your career. They're worth it. Channeling your inner grit will accelerate your growth, help us win as a team, and create unforgettable moments for our customers.
The Crown Is Yours
As a Lead Analyst on the Sportsbook Trading Analytics team, you'll work hand-in-hand with sports traders, leveraging extensive customer, pricing, and industry data to optimize revenue and improve our trading performance. You'll collaborate closely with our product, trading, and data science teams to identify and address opportunities in our pricing pipeline, with a particular emphasis on supporting trading operations and driving margin improvements through analytical insights. Your work will directly enable our trading teams to make smarter, faster, and better-informed decisions in a dynamic and competitive market.
What you'll do as a Lead Analyst, Sportsbook Trading
- Build strong partnerships with trading operations and sports traders to inform and execute our margin and pricing strategies. Use data to deeply understand the dynamics of our markets and to support trading teams in real-time decision-making.
- Deliver actionable analysis on customer behavior, pricing, and market movements to identify areas of risk and opportunity. Work with traders to monitor performance, diagnose issues, and implement improvements that enhance both customer experience and business outcomes.
- Translate complex trading and business problems into simple, repeatable analytical frameworks. Use data to create clear, measurable goals and performance metrics that align with trader objectives and business strategy.
- Use deep dives and advanced analytics to identify opportunities for margin improvement, customer segmentation, and market differentiation. Deliver insights that inform the trading roadmap and support strategic initiatives across the business.
- Build and maintain dashboards and reports tailored to the needs of traders and trading management, ensuring key performance metrics are monitored and communicated effectively.
What You'll Bring
- At least 4 years of experience in analytics or data science.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, Engineering, Business Analytics, or another relevant discipline.
- Ability to take on complicated problems and turn them into simple, analytical frameworks.
- Expertise with SQL, Excel, and Tableau (or similar visualization tools).
- Experience with R, Python, or another statistical programming language is a plus.
- A strong grasp of sportsbook trading concepts, market pricing, and customer behavior analytics.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, results-driven trading environment.
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Join Our Team
We're a publicly traded (NASDAQ: DKNG) technology company headquartered in Boston. As a regulated gaming company, you may be required to obtain a gaming license issued by the appropriate state agency as a condition of employment. Don't worry, we'll guide you through the process if this is relevant to your role.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is 115,900.00 USD - 144,900.00 USD, plus bonus, equity, and benefits as applicable. Our ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The compensation information displayed on each job posting reflects the range for new hire pay rates 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 pay 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.
Top Skills
Excel
Python
R
SQL
Tableau
DraftKings Boston, Massachusetts, USA Office
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