Lead Analyst, Casino Analytics

At DraftKings, AI is becoming an integral part of both our present and future, powering how work gets done today, guiding smarter decisions, and sparking bold ideas. It’s transforming how we enhance customer experiences, streamline operations, and unlock new possibilities. As a Lead Analyst on the Casino Analytics team, you’ll be working with the Gaming Operations team to ensure all of our games are working as intended. Through a deep understanding of casino gameplay data you will understand how players identify and take advantage of errors or other vulnerabilities. Through statistical analysis and dynamic dashboards, you'll empower business and product partners to make informed decisions with greater speed. What You'll Do Build and maintain automated monitoring systems to detect anomalies in game performance and RTP (Return-to-Player) deviations. Investigate recurring (or unexpected) player behavior patterns or game-level anomalies to determine whether they result from technical issues, game design, or player strategy. Model and document optimal player strategies to better identify patterns of legitimate play versus potential exploitation and advantage play. Partner with the Games team during the design and release of new titles, ensuring alignment between game mechanics and monitoring needs. Develop a deep understanding of all of our games, particularly those where a player decision can influence the RTP. What You'll Bring At least 5 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 casino games and player strategies across various types of games. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, results-driven trading environment. 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. 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. DraftKings is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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