Quant Data Scientist - Contract - £450 - £550 per day

Data Scientist / Quant Mathematician - Statistical / Data Modelling | £450 - £550 Per Day
High Wycombe. HP11
£450 - £550 per day + Free Parking (6 Month Contract ongoing)

Experience using C#, WPF or modern web technologies. C++, Python, Matlab & R are also highly regarded. 

Company:

We are a leading producer of form and data related applications for the horse racing industry. With our head office based in Sydney, Australia, we are expanding our UK presence with a view to trading the global markets.

Position Summary:

Working with some of the best mathematics and stats minds in the industry in a small and focused team environment, you will work on challenging and rewarding modelling projects, in particular:

+ Data analysis, algorithm development, applied machine learning and statistics
+ Integration and support of live real-time betting/trading systems

To be considered for this role you will have the following:

+ A strong background in mathematical and statistical modelling
+ Previous experience working as a Quant Analyst, Data Analyst, Data Scientist or Big Data Analyst - desirable
+ Masters or PhD in maths / statistics / machine learning / econometrics essential.
+ Experience using C#, C++ or Python is highly regarded, although Matlab & R experience will also be considered.
+ WPF or modern web technologies 
+ Strong algorithmic coding skill and solid knowledge of data structures
+ Experience with statistical forecasting essential. 
+ Understanding of machine / statistical learning techniques such as non-linear regression, kernel regression, support vector machines (SVM), neural networks, classification trees and similar techniques very beneficial.
+ Experience working within the horse racing / wagering industry highly desirable

This is a great opportunity for someone passionate about maths and stats to have their ideas put into practice.

You may have worked in the following capacities:
Data Modeller, Statistical Modelling, Big Data Analyst, Banking, Finance, Gambling / Gaming Sector, Statistical Modelling

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