Job description
Head of Trading Analytics (Esports)
* Do you enjoy improving live trading performance through pricing logic, modelling and automation?
* Do you value environments where ownership, trust, and responsibility go hand in hand?
* Are you driven by curiosity and passionate about turning trading strategies into practical, actionable requirements?
If the answers to the above questions are yes, then this role could be ideal for you
We are looking for a Head of Trading Analytics (Esports) to shape and improve trading performance, and take ownership of the performance, pricing logic and automation layer behind our esports trading. This role sits within the Trading team, reporting directly to the VP of Trading, and working alongside live traders, data science, and engineering.
You will play a key role in defining trading logic, building and validating algorithms, and developing mathematical models that support pricing and market performance across esports titles. You will act as the bridge between trading intuition and automated execution.
Job requirements
What you will do
* Own and develop analytical frameworks that guide pricing and risk intent for esports markets
* Define pricing logic, parameters, and update frequency for pre-match and live markets
* Ensure models perform under real trading conditions
* Design and maintain market logic for automated and semi-automated trading
* Monitor model performance from both trading and margin perspectives
* Investigate pricing or market performance issues impacting trading outcomes
* Design and develop mathematical pricing models in collaboration with Data Science teams, translating trading logic into scalable model solutions
* Build statistical tooling to support trading operations
* Contribute to roadmap decisions for automation and advanced trading capabilities
Your skills will include
* 6+ years of experience in quantitative modelling, or trading-related roles
* Deep understanding of betting markets, odds compilation, and trading principles
* Strong mathematical/statistical background (degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, or related field)
* Ability to translate complex trading strategies into quantitative model requirements
* Experience collaborating with Data Science teams to translate trading logic into model requirements
* Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to anticipate market/model risks
* Proven ability to lead, mentor, and grow analytics teams
* Direct experience with esports/sports trading
Nice to have
* Experience with live betting and high-frequency market updates
* Experience with Python, R, SQL and statistical computing platforms
* Familiarity with machine learning techniques applied to pricing or risk
Benefits of working at GRID
* Flexible working conditions
* Mental health support
* Company and team-wide events
* Work travel opportunities with travel insurance
* Training and development budget
About our culture
* Flexibility: Work from the place that inspires and motivates you the most From our awesome Berlin/ Wroclaw offices to the comfort of your own home. Meet up in person with your colleagues every so often, making use of the travel opportunities GRID offers
* Sustainability: We want our employees to be well-rested and able to perform effectively. We offer a generous vacation allowance (28+ days a year) and the opportunity to speak with professional counselors to support mental health, covered by the business
* Pragmatic: GRID thrives on being rational, allowing us to make the best decisions rather than keeping to rigid processes and procedures that don't work well for us
* Fostering growth: Empowering employees who are determined to grow by providing a self-development budget and strong career advancement opportunities. Support from your teammates to guide and encourage you to grow in your desired professional field
* Company culture: We believe a diverse industry is best served with an inclusive and diverse workforce. With people based in over 24 countries, our latest employee survey shows that more than 98% agree GRID provides a supportive, effective remote work environment
About GRID
Founded in 2018 in Berlin, GRID offers the GRID Data Platform to the esports & games industry. Specializing in in-game and play-by-play data, GRID curates data for game developers and tournament organizers and leverages its data platform to unlock the potential of the right holders' data assets for the purposes of storytelling, fan engagement, and integrity.
GRID's official data partnerships cover multiple partnered rights holders (data sources) and integrated commercial data consumers, covering 15+ game titles. Our exclusive data partners include the likes of Riot Games, Ubisoft, Krafton, Moonton, BLAST, PerfectWorld, Hero Esports and CCT.
If you have the ambition and desire to work at the forefront of cutting-edge industry projects, then GRID is the place for you.
Apply today to find out more and begin your journey
Details
On-site, Remote, Hybrid
* Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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