Job Description

Ready to

jump-start your career

at the UK's biggest bingo site? Do you

speak fluent Python and statistics?

Then you might just be the perfect fit for the Tombola family! We're not just any online gaming site; we're the UK's biggest, and we pride ourselves on

a culture of creativity and collaboration

.


We're on the hunt for a talented and enthusiastic

Data Scientist

to join our fantastic

Data Science

team in Sunderland. This isn't just a job; it's a chance to

make a massive impact on millions of players

!

What you'll be getting up to (a glimpse into your new role!)

You'll be a key part of

shaping the future of our marketing and commercial efforts

. A typical day might look like this:

Building

end-to-end data science and machine learning projects

to enhance decision-making. Developing and evaluating statistical and

machine learning models

(regression, clustering, NLP, etc.). Deploying models into production using

MLOps best practices

and monitoring their performance and reliability. Working with key stakeholders to understand business problems and how data can provide solutions. Collaborating with BI teams to ensure the value of complex data science projects is clearly and effectively conveyed.

What we're looking for in you (your superpowers!)

We're looking for someone who is

a creative problem-solver

and has a strong analytical mindset.

The Must-Haves:

2+ years' experience

delivering data-driven solutions in a Data Science role. Strong proficiency in programming languages such as

Python

(or R) and

SQL

. Good understanding of a range of machine learning models and techniques. Experience with common data manipulation and ML packages (scikit-learn, numpy, pandas, etc.). Experience working with

big data, statistical analysis, and data mining

. Experience with cloud technologies such as

AWS, Azure, or GCP

.

The Nice-to-Haves (bonus points if you have these!):

Experience managing and building relationships with internal stakeholders. Experience working with large language models (LLMs) and related tools, frameworks, and deployment architectures Some experience deploying ML models with cloud technology.

Why this role is a game-changer for you

You'll be making a huge impact on

our products, player experience, and internal processes

. This is a brilliant opportunity to

take on new challenges

in a compliant and ethical environment, working alongside a team that values innovation, creativity, and a genuinely great work-life balance.


Ready to

take the next step

at Tombola? If you're passionate about

gaming

and ready to make a real impact on millions of players, we'd love to hear from you!


Apply now and let's

make some magic

together!