Sports Trader (NBA, WNBA, MLB, NCAAB, NCAAF)

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THE POSITIONOur roster has an opening with your name on itFanDuel is looking for a US Sports Trader to join our Trading Team, helping to shape the odds and betting markets that customers engage with. We’re looking for someone with a passion for one/ many of the following sports; NBA, MLB, NCAAF, NCAAB and WNBA. The seasonality of sports (and their passion) will determine what the successful candidate works on, for example Traders who work on NBA commonly also work on WNBA due to seasonality, the same for MLB and NCAAB.Whether you have a numbers background, have studied analytics, worked in sports, or are just obsessed with Basketball, Football or Baseball, we’d love to support your growth into a trading role. No prior trading or gambling experience is required.This is a hybrid position with office presence required in Jersey City, NJ (just across the river from Manhattan). In this role, expect to be predominantly in-office for hands-on training and core Trading tasks. The office contains an open space with a hot-desk environment. Each station has multiple monitors and there are TVs and constant noise in the office. You’ll also work regular late shifts (typically 2:30pm–10:30pm ET), which will include assisting the team with live betting. This role requires weekend work.In addition to the specific responsibilities outlined above, employees may be required to perform other such duties as assigned by the Company. This ensures operational flexibility and allows the Company to meet evolving business needs.THE GAME PLANEveryone on our team has a part to playAs a Sports Trader, you’ll start by learning the core skills that power our odds and markets. You’ll receive hands-on training in how sports betting works, how we use models and data to manage prices, and how we monitor news and customer behavior to keep our pricing sharp.Your day-to-day will include:Learning to set and manage prices on football/basketball/baseball games, player stats, and futures markets — from pre-game to live in-play odds — using our in-house tools and models.Monitoring real-time news, stats, and industry pricing to help guide trading decisions.Trading live games in real time; making quick adjustments to pricing based on game flow, key events, and customer behavior.Collaborating with other Traders and working cross-functionally with other teams within the Risk & Trading department or across the wider FanDuel business, in a cooperative and inclusive environment.Helping brainstorm new products or ways to improve the customer experience, with consideration for how fans engage with the game.You’ll work alongside experienced Traders who will guide your development. Over time, you’ll gain the confidence and expertise to price markets independently, manage risk, and shape the sports betting experience for our customers.THE STATSWhat we're looking for in our next teammateA deep passion for either NBA, MLB, NCAAF, NCAAB or WNBA (more than one league is a plus)A bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience. Recent or soon-to-be graduates are encouraged to apply.Strong comfort with numbers, odds and probability, and quick mental math skillsIt’s important to understand how odds relate to probability (%), and how betting markets work in that sense. You do not have to bet yourself..)Strong written and verbal communication skills, plus the curiosity to research and stay ahead of news and trends.Comfortable making decisions under pressure, while staying responsive to rapidly changing informationProficiency with Excel. Experience with AI tooling (SQL, Python, or R is a bonus, but not required.)Ability to work outside typical business hours, including nights and weekends. Traders work roughly 50-70 weekend shifts per year (only ever 5 days per week)Must be eligible to work in the U.S and to obtain a DGE license for trading activities.

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