# Data Science Manager - Market Origination
**Company:** [PrizePicks](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/prizepicks)
**Location:** Remote
**Salary:** $160K-$190K
**Experience:** 5+ years
**Skills:** SQL, Python, R, Predictive Modeling, Forecasting, Statistical Techniques, Data Science, Statistics, Software Engineering
**Posted:** 2026-06-22
> Lead a team of data scientists and analysts to own line setting strategy, projection models, and market origination for fantasy sports and esports props. Requires 5+ years in sports betting/fantasy, management experience, and strong technical skills in SQL/Python/R.
## Job Description
## Responsibilities
- Own line setting strategy and projection accuracy for fantasy markets, balancing coverage breadth and competitive line quality.
- Lead and grow a high-performing team of data scientists and analysts focused on market creation and prop origination.
- Oversee development and deployment of projection models and coverage expansion across major sports and esports (NBA, NFL, MLB, CS2, etc.).
- Partner cross-functionally with Product, Engineering, Pricing, and BizOps to launch new markets and expand coverage.
- Guide experimentation around line accuracy, prop selection, and coverage strategy to drive engagement and grow the market catalog.
- Maintain and evolve frameworks for projection accuracy, coverage quality, and market health monitoring.
- Ensure data integrity and modeling quality across all origination efforts.

## Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in sports betting, fantasy, or related gaming industries, ideally with exposure to line setting, trading, or player performance modeling.
- Strong technical foundation in data science, statistics, or software engineering.
- Demonstrated management experience — leading, mentoring, and scaling high-output teams.
- Proficiency in SQL and Python or R; experience with predictive modeling, forecasting, and statistical techniques.
- Deep understanding of how player props and sports/esports markets are structured, originated, and modeled.
- Proven track record of driving complex projects from ideation through launch in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communicator who thrives at the intersection of data, product, and operations.

## Compensation & Benefits
- Typical salary range: $160,000 to $190,000.
- Company-subsidized medical, dental, & vision plans.
- 401(k) plan with company match.
- Annual bonus.
- Flexible PTO (2 weeks strongly encouraged).
- Generous paid leave programs, including 16-week paid parental leave and disability benefits.
- Workplace flexibility and modern work schedules.
- 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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