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Senior Data Scientist

Job in Manchester, Greater Manchester, M9, England, UK
Listing for: bet365 Group
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-31
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    Data Scientist, Machine Learning/ ML Engineer, AI Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 100000 - 125000 GBP Yearly GBP 100000.00 125000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

As a Senior Data Scientist, you will develop probabilistic models that power real-time betting markets.

Full-time

Closes 25/03/2026

The Quantitative Analysis team designs, develops, and maintains sophisticated mathematical models to provide accurate pricing across our sports betting products.

Working with extensive sports datasets, you will develop models that determine odds and power in-play betting decisions. You will apply state-of-the-art machine learning techniques to sports data, collaborating with talented professionals in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Our fast-paced, delivery-focused environment offers significant opportunities for technical growth and innovation.

This role is eligible for inclusion in the Company's hybrid working policy.

Preferred Skills and Experience

Proven track record of designing, developing, and deploying sophisticated predictive models.

Degree in Mathematics, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.

Excellent understanding of statistical analysis and probability theory, with the ability to apply advanced techniques to complex, real-world problems.

Mastery of Python/R, with extensive experience in designing and implementing complex machine learning solutions using frameworks such as scikit-learn, Tensor Flow, or PyTorch.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills for presenting complex data-driven insights to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Strong understanding of a wide range of sports and the online gambling industry.

Demonstrated ability to design and implement models that are highly accurate, computationally efficient and scalable for large-scale production environments.

Experience mentoring junior colleagues, leading technical projects, and contributing to the success of a team.

Experience with cloud computing environments.

What you will be doing

Applying creative and innovative thinking to solve complex problems that do not have prescriptive solutions.

Conducting advanced analysis of large datasets to extract insights and inform decision-making in sports betting.

Utilising statistical techniques and machine learning algorithms to develop predictive models and algorithms.

Performing rigorous statistical validation of models against historical and live data.

Collaborating with trading teams to incorporate domain expertise into mathematical models.

Collaborating with Software Architects and developers to ensure alignment with technical solutions.

Optimising model performance for both accuracy and computational efficiency.

Researching and implementing novel approaches from academic literature and industry developments.

Providing support to less experienced team members and carry out QA of work.

Identifying and defining new opportunities for data-driven insights.

Bonus

Eye care and Flu Vaccinations

Life Assurance

Life at bet
365

We are a unique global operator with passion and drive to be the best in the industry. Our values form the foundation of culture and shape the unique way that we work. People are our superpower and we support you to be the best you can be.

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Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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