Data Scientist

**About Flutter Entertainment**:
Flutter Entertainment is a **global leader**in sports betting, gaming, and entertainment, with **annual revenues of $11.7 Bn**and a customer base of over 12 million players (in 2023) driven by a **portfolio of iconic brands,**including Paddy Power, Betfair, FanDuel, PokerStars, Junglee Games and Sportsbet.

Listed on both the **New York Stock Exchange (NYSE)**and the **London Stock Exchange (LSE),**Flutter was recently included in **TIME's 100 Most Influential Companies of 2024**in the 'Pioneers' section. Our ambition is to transform global gaming and betting to deliver long-term growth and a positive, sustainable future for our sector.

Working at Flutter is a chance to work with a growing **portfolio of brands**across a range of opportunities. We will support you every step of the way to help you grow. Just like our brands, we ensure our people have everything they need to succeed.

**Flutter Entertainment India**:
Our Hyderabad office, located in one of India's premier technology parks is the **Global Capability Center**for Flutter Entertainment. A center of expertise and innovation, this hub is now home to over **780+ employees**working across Customer Service Operations, Data and Technology, Finance Operations, HR Operations, Procurement Operations, and other key enabling functions.

We are committed to crafting impactful solutions for all our brands and divisions to power Flutter's incredible growth and global impact. With the scale of a leader and the mindset of a challenger, we're dedicated to creating a brighter future for our customers, colleagues, and communities.

**Overview of the role**:
Our PokerStars Data Science team is looking for a motivated and versatile expert, who will work on **developing and deploying AI & machine learning solutions**for our business. As a Data Scientist, you will collaborate with an industry-leading team and enhance your skills in delivering groundbreaking solutions to continue driving innovation at the home of online poker.

Across areas such as risk detection, behavioural insights and personalization, you shall lead the development of **advanced machine learning solutions**bringing to bear our vast data assets. You will work with diverse teams to become an architect of innovation with AI, driving the company's strategic edge by transforming raw data into actionable insights in this dynamic and thrilling environment.

**To excel in this role, you will need to have**:

- Proficiency in **Python**and a deep understanding of statistical and machine learning techniques.
- Experience manipulating large datasets using **SQL**and **Spark**.
- Experience delivering several production grade machine learning products in an academic or corporate environment.
- Hands-on experience in areas such as tree-based learners, deep learning (e.g. CNNs, RNNs, GNNs & Transformers), reinforcement learning and/or unsupervised methods.
- Exposure to cloud-based machine learning solutions such as AWS, GCP or Azure.
- Excellent ability to tell a story through data and explain technical concepts to partners.

**Benefits we offer**:

- Access to Learnerbly, Udemy, and a Self-Development Fund for upskilling.
- Career growth through Internal Mobility Programs.
- Comprehensive Health Insurance for you and dependents.
- Well-Being Fund and 24/7 Assistance Program for holistic wellness.
- Hybrid Model: 2 office days/week with flexible leave policies, including maternity, paternity, and sabbaticals.
- Free Meals, Cab Allowance, and a Home Office Setup Allowance.
- Employer PF Contribution, gratuity, Personal Accident & Life Insurance.
- Sharesave Plan to purchase discounted company shares.
- Volunteering Leave and Team Events to build connections.
- Recognition through the Kudos Platform and Referral Rewards.

**Why Choose Us**:
Flutter is an **equal-opportunity employer**and values the unique perspectives and experiences that everyone brings. Our message to colleagues and stakeholders is clear: everyone is welcome, and every voice matters. We have ambitious growth plans and goals for the future. Here's an opportunity for you to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Flutter Entertainment India.