# Game Operations - Trading Analyst

**Company:** [PrizePicks](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/prizepicks)
**Location:** Remote
**Role:** Data Analytics
**Salary:** $60k – $70k/yr
**Skills:** Statistical Analysis, Quantitative Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Risk Management, Daily Fantasy Sports, Sports Gaming, Player Projections, Standard Operating Procedures, Data Analysis, Esports
**Posted:** 2026-08-31

> Monitors and trades sports player projections across pre-game and live markets, managing risk through quantitative analysis and adapting operations to sports schedules. Strong mathematical, analytical, and sports-gaming knowledge is required; DFS or sports-gaming experience is preferred.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate pre-game and in-game player projections across NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, college basketball, college football, and esports markets.
- Monitor projections throughout the day and track information relevant to projection changes.
- Manage risk using modeling and quantitative analysis.
- Analyze member play patterns and adjust internal processes accordingly.
- Collaborate with sport owners on strategies, best practices, and processes for key markets.
- Help establish standard operating procedures for game operations tasks.

## Requirements
- Analyze multiple information streams concurrently and make thoughtful decisions in a time-sensitive environment.
- Strong attention to detail, verbal and written communication, time management, and reliability.
- Understanding of daily fantasy sports and sports gaming.
- Thorough knowledge of major sports league players, teams, matchups, and factors affecting projections.
- Ability to apply standard operating procedures across sports.
- Willingness to adapt to different trading philosophies and company objectives.
- Availability to work nights and weekends according to the sports schedule.
- Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
- Authorization to work for any U.S. employer; visa sponsorship is unavailable.

## Nice-to-haves
- Bachelor's degree in statistics, computer science, engineering, analytics, finance, accounting, or a related field.
- One to three years of experience working in or playing daily fantasy sports or sports gaming.

## Compensation and Benefits
- Typical salary range: $60,000–$70,000 annually.
- Company-subsidized medical, dental, and vision plans.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Annual bonus.
- Flexible paid time off.
- Paid leave programs, including parental leave and disability benefits.
- Workplace flexibility and modern work schedules.
- Company events and team outings.
- Lifestyle enhancement program.
- Company-provided equipment.
- Annual performance reviews and career development opportunities.

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