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<p><p><b>About Flutter Entertainment</b><br/><br/> Flutter Entertainment is the worlds largest sports betting and iGaming operator with 13.<br/><br/>9 million Average Monthly Players worldwide and an annual revenue of $14 Bn in 2024.<br/><br/> We have a portfolio of iconic brands, including Paddy Power, Betfair, FanDuel, PokerStars, Junglee Games and Sportsbet.<br/><br/> As a pioneering force in the industry, Flutter is at the forefront of technological innovation, offering seamless digital experiences to millions of customers worldwide.<br/><br/> With a commitment to responsible gaming and a focus on customer-first strategies, Flutter leverages its scale, diverse offerings, and data-driven insights to deliver entertainment while ensuring the highest safety and compliance standards.<br/><br/> Its dynamic approach to global growth has positioned Flutter as a dominant player in established and emerging markets, pushing the boundaries of the entertainment experience.<br/><br/> Flutter Entertainment is listed on both the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and the London Stock Exchange (LSE).<br/><br/> In 2024, we were recognized in TIMEs 100 Most Influential Companies under the 'Pioneers' categorya testament to our innovation and impact.<br/><br/> Our ambition is to transform global gaming and betting to deliver long-term growth and a positive, sustainable future for our sector.<br/><br/> Together, we are Changing the Game.<br/><br/><b>FLUTTER S BUSINESS STRUCTURE INFORMATION</b><br/><br/> The Flutter Group is organized in two divisions: FanDuel for our businesses in North America; and Flutter International for our businesses across the rest of the world.<br/><br/> Each division houses innovative brands that operate across geographic regions, offering market-leading products to our passionate FanDuel, Flutters largest brand, leads the US sportsbook and online gaming market.<br/><br/> Currently, FanDuels sportsbook is available to customers in 23 US states.<br/><br/><b>Flutter International</b><br/><br/> Through Our Flutter International Division, We Offer a Diverse Range Of Sports Betting, Gaming And Casino Products In Regions Across The World.<br/><br/> The Flutter International Division Is Organized Into Five Distinct Regions.<br/><br/> UK & Ireland (UKI): In UKI, we offer sports betting and gaming products through our brands: Paddy Power, Betfair, Sky Betting & Gaming and tombola.<br/><br/> In addition, our PokerStars, and Betfair International brands are managed within our UKI region.<br/><br/> Southern Europe & Africa (SEA): Our SEA region is home to Italys leading gaming operator, Sisal, which offers lottery, betting, online gaming, and gaming machines.<br/><br/> Snai in Italy is set to join Flutter in 2025, subject to regulatory approvals.<br/><br/> Additionally, PokerStars operates in this region.<br/><br/> Asia-Pacific (APAC): In our APAC region we provide online sports betting products through our market-leading Sportsbet brand in Australia.<br/><br/> Additionally, we offer rummy and online skill games in India through Junglee Games.<br/><br/> Central & Eastern Europe (CEE): In our CEE region, MaxBet is a leading omni-channel sports betting and gaming operator in Serbia, while Adjarabet is Georgias leading online operator with a strong presence in Armenia.<br/><br/> Singular, a B2B iGaming software provider, operates in Malta, North Macedonia, and Georgia.<br/><br/> Brazil: Flutter will establish a new Brazil region with the acquisition of the leading Brazilian operator, NSX Group and its brands including betnacional, pending regulatory clearance in 2025, alongside the existing Betfair Brazil business.<br/><br/><b>FLUTTER ENTERTAINMENT INDIA</b><br/><br/> Our office, located in the heart of Hi-Tech City in Hyderabad, is the Global Capability Center for Flutter Entertainment.<br/><br/> Now home to 900+ talented colleagues , we are driving the future of entertainment across critical areas like Technology, Infosec, Procurement, Customer, and HR Operations.<br/><br/> We are committed to crafting impactful solutions for all our brands and divisions to power Flutter's incredible growth and global impact.<br/><br/> Our portfolio of world-class brands, global scale, and challenger mindset presents a powerful combination.<br/><br/> We have ambitious growth plans and goals for the future and the global and local scale to achieve them.<br/><br/><b>Overview Of The Role</b><br/><br/> We are seeking a seasoned data science leader to head our Data Science Squad at the Flutter India Hub in Hyderabad.<br/><br/> This role is ideal for a professional with deep experience in model building, stakeholder engagement, and delivery leadership.<br/><br/> The Head of Data Science Squad will lead a team working across Flutters global brands, delivering impactful machine learning and predictive modeling solutions that power real-world business decisions.<br/><br/><b>KEY RESPOBSIBILITIES</b><br/><br/> - Lead and inspire a cross-functional Data Science Squad, ensuring high-quality delivery of end-to-end solutions across product, marketing, and operations domains.<br/><br/> - Set the long-term strategic vision for the Data Science squad, aligning with broader business goals of Flutter Functions and Brands that the team works with.<br/><br/> - Display entrepreneurial traits by partnering with stakeholders to identify new AI/ML opportunities across the businesses, build the project pipeline, define business problems, and design data science solutions aligned to brand and flutter function priorities.<br/><br/> - Manage full model lifecyclefrom data exploration and feature engineering to model training, validation, deployment, and performance monitoring.<br/><br/> - Role-model cross-functional leadership, partnering closely with Product, Tech, and Business counterparts.<br/><br/> - Represent the Data Science squad in executive forums, contributing to center-wide governance, prioritization, and stakeholder engagement.<br/><br/> - Establish a culture of storytelling, impact, and continuous improvement across the team Mentor and grow team members while fostering a culture of experimentation and innovation.<br/><br/><b>IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE</b><br/><br/> - 10+ years of experience in the data space, including hands-on exposure to data science, model development, and stakeholder delivery.<br/><br/> - Demonstrated experience working on B2C-focused models such as customer segmentation, recommender systems, marketing attribution, churn prediction, or personalization.<br/><br/> - Deep understanding of ML techniques, their practical applications, and limitations.<br/><br/> - Strong experience with modern data science languages and tools, including: Languages: Python (preferred), SQL Libraries/Frameworks: scikit-learn, XGBoost, LightGBM, pandas, NumPy, PySpark Statistical foundation: Weights & Biases, A/B testing frameworks Platforms: Databricks, AWS (S3, SageMaker), GCP (BigQuery, Vertex AI) Visualization: Tableau, PowerBI STRATEGY & TRANSFORMATION Customer Applications Vendor Mgmt & Delivery Data & Analytics Change Management Workforce Management.<br/><br/> - Understanding of data engineering principles and experience working with large-scale structured and unstructured data is preferred.<br/><br/> - Proven ability to engage and influence stakeholders through effective storytelling and excellent communication skills.<br/><br/> - Experience in driving alignment and delivering impact in matrixed or global organizations.<br/><br/> - Exposure to product-led or consumer technology companies is strongly preferred.<br/><br/> - Deep understanding of ML Techniques, their practical applications, and limitations".<br/><br/><b>Benefits We Offer</b><br/><br/> - Access to Learnerbly, Udemy , and a Self-Development Fund for upskilling.<br/><br/> - Career growth through Internal Mobility Programs .<br/><br/> - Comprehensive Health Insurance for you and dependents.<br/><br/> - Well-Being Fund and 24/7 Assistance Program for holistic wellness.<br/><br/> - Hybrid Model : 2 office days/week with flexible leave policies, including maternity, paternity, and sabbaticals.<br/><br/> - Free Meals, Cab Allowance , and a Home Office Setup Allowance.<br/><br/> - Employer PF Contribution , gratuity, Personal Accident & Life Insurance.<br/><br/> - Sharesave Plan to purchase discounted company shares.<br/><br/> - Volunteering Leave and Team Events to build connections.<br/><br/> - Recognition through the Kudos Platform and Referral Rewards .<br/><br/><b>WHY CHOOSE US</b><br/><br/> Flutter is an equal-opportunity employer and values the unique perspectives and experiences that everyone brings.<br/><br/> Our message to colleagues and stakeholders is clear: everyone is welcome, and every voice matters.<br/><br/> We have ambitious growth plans and goals for the future.<br/><br/> Here's an opportunity for you to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Flutter Entertainment India .<br/><br/></p><br/></p> (ref:iimjobs.com)