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TRADER Corporation

<div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About us</b></h3>
<p>
You've probably heard of Autotrader, but do you know what we're all about?</p>
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We're the most trusted, most visited automotive marketplace in the UK. A heritage brand and a tech innovator. We bring together vehicle buyers and sellers to give them real choices. Cars may be what we're best known for but we&rsquo;re also the place for pretty much everything else on wheels, from e-bikes to caravans.</p>
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In the automotive world, change is a constant, that&rsquo;s why we take our job of untangling the complex car-buying journey very seriously.<br>
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At our core, we&rsquo;re all about people. We go our own way while embracing diversity and celebrating our differences. We dedicate ourselves to the idea that we work better together.</p>
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Autotrader is a beautiful, surprising and vibrant place to work. We might not be for everyone, but we could be perfect for you.</p>
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About the job</b></h3>
<p>
We are seeking a Senior Data Scientist who will play a crucial role in driving Autotrader's transformation into a data science-driven organisation.</p>
<p>
As a Senior Data Scientist you will be responsible for the direction of Data Science at Autotrader. You will join a cross-functional collaborative squad focussed around a set of products or a services. With your experience and research skills you will spot the opportunities for Data Science and work with the leadership in your squad to prioritise, resource and shape subsequent projects. Your role will require you to orchestrate these projects, including supporting other Data Analysts and Scientists and collaborating with software engineers towards the best solution. You will have a focus on developing ML-centric data products and solutions, in which your expertise with ML frameworks and workflows will be key.</p>
<p>
Right now, our Data Scientists are working on several exciting projects. For instance, they're creating personalised suggestions to get buyers more involved, improving our search system to make buying better for customers while also helping sellers stand out, building AI tools to aid customers in tasks like making listings and describing ads, studying how competition affects seller performance on our site, and upgrading our customer data platform for better targeted marketing beyond our site.</p>
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As part of our broader analytical community, Data Scientists collaborate closely with Data Analysts. Together, they foster a culture of shared insights, continuous learning, and mutual support through regular showcases, feedback sessions, mentorship programs and skill-based workshops. As a Senior member of the community, you will play a key role in establishing our analytical standards and tools.</p>
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We have invested heavily in a Data Platform that supports industry-leading Data Science. These are some technologies that our Data Scientists use (we don't expect applicants to have experience with all of these):<br>
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Python and Databricks for Data Science, Spark, MLFlow and Airflow for ML Workflows, Google Cloud Platform for our analytics infrastructure, dbt and BigQuery for data modelling and warehousing.</p><br>
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What we're looking for</b></h3>
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We are looking to grow our diverse team of curious data scientists. In your application, you should demonstrate:</p>
<ul>
<li>A track record of delivering data science solutions in a commercial business</li>
<li>Experience productionising machine learning workflows. Knowledge of deployment and monitoring strategies.</li>
<li>A deep understanding of ML frameworks, algorithms and statistical methods</li>
<li>Expertise with Python and SQL</li>
<li>Experience orchestrating data science projects in cross-functional teams and confidence leading other data scientists</li>
<li>Enthusiasm for engaging with stakeholders both technical and non-technical to identify opportunities for Data Science and influence squad roadmaps</li>
<li>A passion for coaching Data Analysts and Data Scientists</li>
</ul>
<p>During our application process, you will be asked two questions to help us learn more about you and how you align with our values. These will be used as part of our selection criteria, to determine if we progress your application further.</p>
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Benefits</b></h3>
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We&rsquo;re offering a salary of &pound;50,000&ndash; &pound;70,000, plus an additional 10% of your salary awarded to you in shares each year. These awarded shares will become yours in yearly instalments over the next three years, and you can choose to either sell them or keep them as shares.</p>
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You'll have 28 days holiday per year, and that's in addition to bank holidays and half day closures on Christmas and New Year's Eve.</p>
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That&rsquo;s not all. You'll be enrolled in our pension scheme, where our standard contributions are 7% and employee contributions are 5%. We also have comprehensive private medical cover, enhanced family leave provisions, a car salary sacrifice scheme, share-save options, and much more.</p>
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We always want to give you the support you need and help prioritise your wellbeing, that&rsquo;s why we provide access to 24/7 online GP and dentist, as well as specialist support for assisted fertility, gender dysphoria, menopause, period care plans and lots more.</p>
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On top of all that, our hybrid model, Connected Working, combines the best of both worlds &ndash; office and home working. You'll spend a minimum of 3 days a week in the office with your team, focused on collaboration and connection.</p>
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Additionally, we have our remote-first periods at set times during summer and winter. During these periods, you can work remotely anywhere in the UK and from certain locations abroad.</p></div></div><p></p>

Senior Data Scientist

Mindrift

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  Mindrift is looking for highly skilled Senior Python Data Scraping Engineers to join the Tendem project and drive specialized data scraping workflows within our hybrid AI + human system.
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 In this role, as an AI Pilot - that's how we refer to this role at Mindrift - you'll collaborate with Tendem Agents that handle repetitive tasks, while you provide critical thinking, domain expertise, and quality control to deliver accurate and actionable results.
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 This part-time remote opportunity is ideal for technical professionals with hands-on experience in web scraping, data extraction and processing.
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  What We Do
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 The Mindrift platform connects specialists with AI projects from major tech innovators. Our mission is to unlock the potential of Generative AI by tapping into real-world expertise from across the globe.
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 This is a freelance role for a Tendem project. As a
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  Senior Python Data Scraping Engineer
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 , you'll handle data scraping tasks requiring technical precision for web extraction and processing, utilizing various tools such as our provided Apify and OpenRouter alongside your own resourceful approaches.
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  Key Responsibilities:
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   Own end-to-end data extraction workflows across complex websites, ensuring complete coverage, accuracy, and reliable delivery of structured datasets
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   Leverage internal tools (Apify, OpenRouter) alongside custom workflows to accelerate data collection, validation, and task execution while meeting defined requirements
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   Ensure reliable extraction from dynamic and interactive web sources, adapting approaches as needed to handle JavaScript-rendered content and changing site behavior
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   Enforce data quality standards through validation checks, cross-source consistency controls, adherence to formatting specifications, and systematic verification prior to delivery
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   Scale scraping operations for large datasets using efficient batching or parallelization, monitor failures, and maintain stability against minor site structure changes
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  Requirements:
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   At least 5+ years of relevant experience in data engineering, web scraping, automation, or software development (required)
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   Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or related technical fields is a plus
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   Candidates should have a strong technical foundation and practical experience with scripting, automation, and AI-assisted workflows. We are looking for specialists who can solve non-trivial problems, work confidently with LLMs, and systematically collect, structure, and validate data from diverse sources. A methodical, detail-oriented approach and the ability to work independently are essential
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   Strong experience in Python web scraping (BeautifulSoup, Selenium or similar), including dynamic content (JS, AJAX, infinite scroll) and APIs via proxies
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   Proven ability to extract data from complex structures (hierarchies, archived pages, inconsistent HTML)
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   Solid background in data cleaning, normalization, and validation, delivering structured datasets (CSV, JSON, Google Sheets)
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   Demonstrated experience handling anti-bot mechanisms and dynamic site structures at scale
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   Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS or equivalent) and containerization (Docker) as part of real workflows
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   Hands-on experience with LLM frameworks (LangChain, OpenRouter, or similar) applied to automation tasks
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   Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
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   Self-directed work ethic with ability to troubleshoot independently
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   A link to GitHub is a plus
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   English proficiency: Upper-intermediate (B2) or above (required)
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  Project time expectations
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 For this project, tasks are estimated to require around 10-20 hours per week during active phases, based on project requirements. This is an estimate, not a guaranteed workload, and applies only while the project is active.
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  Compensation
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 On this project, contributors can earn up to
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  $45 per hour equivalent
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 Compensation varies across projects depending on scope, complexity, and required expertise. Please note that other projects on the platform may offer different earning levels based on their requirements.
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Senior Python Data Scraping Engineer (Freelance)

Turnitin, Llc

<div><b>Company Description</b><p><br>
When you join Turnitin, you'll be welcomed into a company that is a recognized innovator in global education. For over 25 years, Turnitin has partnered with educators and institutions to develop learning integrity solutions that recognize the enduring value of critical thinking in a rapidly changing world. Over 16,000 academic institutions, publishers, and corporations use our services in more than 185 countries around the world: Turnitin Feedback Studio, Clarity, Originality, Gradescope, ExamSoft, Similarity, and iThenticate. Protecting the value of an authentic education is at the heart of who we are.</p><p>
Experience a remote-first culture that empowers you to work with purpose and accountability in a way that best suits you, supported by a comprehensive package that prioritizes your overall well-being. Our diverse community of colleagues are all unified by a shared desire to make a difference in education.</p><p>
Turnitin is a global organization with team members in over 35 countries including the United States, Mexico, United Kingdom, Australia, Japan, India, and the Philippines.</p><b><br>
Job Description</b><p><br>
Turnitin is seeking a Principal Backend Engineer with a strong focus on backend development, particularly in Java and serverless architectures, combined with solid frontend experience. This role is ideal for engineers passionate about building scalable distributed systems, data modeling, and delivering high-performing, reliable software solutions for our award-winning educational platform.<br>
As a core contributor to our shared services team, you will play a key role in developing and enhancing the foundational systems that power both existing and new applications. This role is fully hands-on, requiring active involvement in coding, development, and implementation of technical solutions. You will also be called upon to lead more junior engineers and collaborate with other teams.</p><p><b>
Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>
Lead and design, development, and optimization of scalable backend services using Java and serverless technologies (e.g., AWS Lambda).</li><li>
Architect and implement RESTful APIs and event-driven systems to support high-performance, distributed applications.</li><li>
Provide technical leadership to the team, ensuring alignment with architectural standards and best practices.</li><li>
Contribute to the development and integration of user-facing frontend components when needed.</li><li>
Analyze and optimize existing services to enhance performance, scalability, and cost-effi ciency.</li><li>
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Architects, Product Managers, and engineering leads, to deliver innovative and impactful solutions.</li><li>
Mentor and guide junior developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and knowledge sharing.</li><li>
Oversee the implementation and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines to ensure effi cient and reliable software delivery.</li><li>
Maintain high standards of code quality through rigorous peer reviews, comprehensive testing, and adherence to industry best practices.</li><li>
Create comprehensive documentation for the developed shared components, including usage guidelines and examples.</li></ul><br>
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Qualifications</b><p><b><br>
Essential Qualifications, Skills, and Knowledge/Experience:</b></p><ul><li>
Over 10 years of experience in backend development with deep profi ciency in Java and extensive hands-on experience with serverless frameworks (e.g., AWS Lambda, Google Cloud Functions).</li><li>
Solid understanding of frontend technologies, including React and Web Components, with the ability to contribute when needed.</li><li>
Expertise in designing and managing distributed systems, ensuring scalability, and advanced data modeling techniques.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to lead and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders across multiple locations, including distributed teams in Europe and the USA, to deliver impactful, high-quality solutions.</li><li>
Practical expertise in cloud technologies, specifically developing serverless applications on AWS using services such as Lambda, DynamoDB, API Gateway, SNS/SQS, and EventBridge.</li><li>
Deep understanding of software development best practices, including design patterns, test-driven development (TDD), behavior-driven development (BDD), and clean code principles.</li><li>
Experience implementing and managing CI/CD pipelines for automated build, deployment, and testing.</li><li>
Familiarity with modern DevOps practices and infrastructure-as-code (IaC).</li><li>
Proven ability to conduct comprehensive system design reviews, ensuring architectural alignment, scalability, performance, and adherence to best practices.</li><li>
Proven experience as a Tech Lead, with a strong track record of mentoring and coaching junior engineers, promoting skill development, and driving adherence to best practices to ensure team growth and technical excellence.</li><li>
Exceptional collaboration skills, working effectively across cross-functional teams, including Product Managers, Architects, and other engineering leads.</li><li>
Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.</li><li>
Strong problem-solving skills, with a track record of troubleshooting and optimizing existing systems for performance, scalability, and cost effi ciency.</li><li>
Ability to make strategic technical decisions while balancing project deadlines and business goals.</li></ul><p><b>
Preferred Skills:</b></p><ul><li>
Experience with frontend technologies such as React, Angular, or Web Components is a plus.</li><li>
Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools (e.g., CloudWatch, New Relic, Datadog).</li><li>
Knowledge of data modeling and working with both NoSQL databases.</li><li>
Understanding of agile methodologies, including Scrum, XP and Kanban.</li><li>
Understanding or experience with AI/ML.</li></ul><br>
<b>
Additional Information</b><p><b><br>
Total Rewards @ Turnitin</b><br>
At Turnitin, we believe Total Rewards go far beyond pay. While salary, bonus, or commission are important, they&rsquo;re only part of the value you receive in exchange for your work.</p><p>
Beyond compensation, you&rsquo;ll experience the intrinsic rewards of unleashing your potential and making a positive impact on global education. You&rsquo;ll also thrive in a culture free of politics, surrounded by humble, inclusive, and collaborative teammates.</p><p>
In addition, our extrinsic rewards include generous time off and health and wellness programs that provide choice, flexibility, and a safety net for life&rsquo;s challenges. You&rsquo;ll also enjoy a remote-first culture that empowers you to work with purpose and accountability in the way that suits you best, all supported by a comprehensive package that prioritizes your overall well-being.</p><p><b>
Our Mission</b> is to ensure the integrity of global education and meaningfully improve learning outcomes.<br>
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<b>Our Values</b> underpin everything we do.</p><ul><li><b>
Customer Centric: </b>Our mission is focused on improving learning outcomes; we do this by putting educators and learners at the center of everything we do.</li><li><b>
Passion for Learning: </b>We are committed to our own learning and growth internally. And we support education and learning around the globe.</li><li><b>
Integrity: </b>Integrity is the heartbeat of Turnitin&mdash;it is the core of our products, the way we treat each other, and how we work with our customers and vendors.</li><li><b>
Action &amp; Ownership: </b>We have a bias for action. We act like owners. We are willing to change even when it&rsquo;s hard.</li><li><b>
One Team:</b> We strive to break down silos, collaborate effectively, and celebrate each others' successes.</li><li><b>
Global Mindset: </b>We consider different perspectives and celebrate diversity. We are one team. The work we do has an impact on the world.</li></ul><p><b>
Global Benefits</b></p><ul><li>
Remote First Culture</li><li>
Health Care Coverage*</li><li>
Education Reimbursement*</li><li>
Competitive Paid Time Off</li><li>
Self-Care Days</li><li>
National Holidays*</li><li>
2 Founder Days + Juneteenth Observed</li><li>
Paid Volunteer Time*</li><li>
Charitable contribution match*</li><li>
Monthly Wellness or Home Office Reimbursement/*</li><li>
Access to Modern Health (mental health platform)</li><li>
Parental Leave*</li><li>
Retirement Plan with match/contribution*</li><li>varies by country</li></ul><p><b>
Seeing Beyond the Job Ad</b><br>
At Turnitin, we recognize it&rsquo;s unrealistic for candidates to fulfill 100% of the criteria in a job ad. We encourage you to apply if you meet the majority of the requirements because we know that skills evolve over time. If you&rsquo;re willing to learn and unleash your potential alongside us, join our team!</p><p>
#LI-AP1</p></div>

Principal Software Engineer Backend Technologies, Platform (UK Remote)

GamblingCareers.com

<div>
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  Who We Are
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 Bally&rsquo;s Intralot is a newly formed company established through the combination of INTRALOT and Bally&rsquo;s International Interactive, positioning the group as a top iGaming operator and a leading global provider of lottery solutions.
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 Bally&rsquo;s Intralot is uniquely positioned across digital online gaming markets, lottery, iLottery, and sports betting. Operating at the intersection of technology, regulation, and entertainment. We are optimally positioned to capitalize on strong global growth trends driven by digital adoption and regulatory expansion across lottery and iGaming markets.
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 <strong>
  Well, what about the team?
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 You'll be part of the team responsible for bringing AI innovation into the hands of millions of players. Working alongside AI researchers and experienced engineers, you'll transform proven concepts into high-quality, production-ready features that power personalised player experiences.
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 From recommendation systems and intelligent search to AI agents and dynamic content discovery, you'll build and scale the technology that sits behind our products. This is a senior, hands on role with genuine ownership you'll influence how solutions are designed, built and delivered while working in a collaborative team that's passionate about solving complex engineering challenges with AI.
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  So, what will you be doing?
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   Take prototypes and validated concepts from R&amp;D and turn them into production
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   systems: hardened, tested, observable, and maintainable.
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   Build and operate real-time personalisation, recommendation, search and ranking
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   systems against live traffic and within real latency budgets.
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   Hold a high engineering bar on AWS and TypeScript: clean CI/CD, infrastructure as
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   code, observability, and testing.
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   Work closely with R&amp;D engineers, product managers, data analysts and Staff
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   Engineers, bridging fast experimental work and production discipline.
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  And what will you need?
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  Experience
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   Significant commercial software engineering experience (typically 5+ years) with strong expertise in TypeScript and working knowledge of Python.
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   Proven experience delivering AI, machine learning or data-driven features into production, such as recommendation engines, search, ranking systems or LLM-powered applications.
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   Hands-on experience building and operating cloud-native applications on AWS, with a solid understanding of CI/CD, infrastructure as code and production monitoring.
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   Experience developing and supporting high-performance, real-time systems with a focus on scalability, reliability and low latency.
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   Experience measuring and evaluating AI model performance, using data and experimentation to drive continuous improvement.
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  Skills &amp; Behaviours
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   A hands-on engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and delivering high-quality, production-ready solutions.
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   Strong understanding of modern software engineering best practices, with a focus on clean, maintainable and well-tested code.
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   Comfortable working in a collaborative, cross-functional environment alongside engineers, product teams and AI researchers.
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   Excellent communication skills, able to explain technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
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   Proactive, curious and continuously looking for opportunities to improve products, processes and the way AI solutions are delivered.
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  This Is What You'll Get
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 Different benefits packages are tailored to fit each location, but here&rsquo;s a taste of what may be on offer:
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   Annual leave
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   Company share scheme
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   Volunteering days
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   Home office allowance
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   Wellness or Gym allowance
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  DNA / Values
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 At Bally&rsquo;s Interactive, we are driven by a set of core values that we like to call our DNA. We strive to embody our DNA and keep them at the heart of everything we do!
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 We are Always Ready to embrace change, adapt, and do what it takes to delight our customers. We believe that You Make the Difference, which is what gives our players the best experience and keeps them coming back. We are All One Team, looking out for each other, respecting diversity while connecting through a common purpose. Our teams are Learning Every Day by showing constant curiosity and the drive to learn from successes, mistakes, new experiences, and the people around us. At Bally&rsquo;s we Love to Lead by thinking differently, seeking innovation, and always looking for ways to raise our game.
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 Equal Opportunities
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 At Bally&rsquo;s Interactive, we are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and working conditions.
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 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are important to us, and we encourage a culture where everyone can be themselves at work. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success, this is our superpower.
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 We do not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, age, sex or sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, political opinion or disability.
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Senior Ai Engineer (AI/ML/R&D)

bet365

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   Job Description
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  As a Data Scientist, you will develop probabilistic models that power real-time betting markets.
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  The Quantitative Analysis department harnesses data-driven insights to enhance our betting products and services. The team is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining sophisticated mathematical models to provide accurate pricing across our sports betting products.
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  In this role, you will work with extensive datasets to develop models that determine odds and power in-play betting decisions. Our fast-paced, delivery-focused environment offers significant opportunities for technical growth and innovation.
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  This role is eligible for inclusion in the Company's hybrid working policy.
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   Qualifications
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   Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Mathematics, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
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   Keen interest in a wide range of sports and/or the online gambling industry.
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   Demonstrable experience building predictive models from data.
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   Expertise in statistical analysis and probability theory applied to real-world problems.
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   Strong Python/R skills with experience in ML frameworks, such as scikit-learn, TensorFlow, or PyTorch.
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   Ability to optimise models for both accuracy and computational efficiency.
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   Experience handling and analysing large datasets.
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   Familiarity with cloud computing environments.
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  <strong>
   Additional Information
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   Conducting in-depth analysis of large datasets to extract insights and inform decision-making in sports betting.
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   Utilising statistical techniques and machine learning algorithms to develop predictive models and algorithms for sports betting.
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   Devising innovative solutions for unstructured problems.
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   Assessing existing models and algorithms to identify areas for improvement.
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   Identifying and resolving data quality issues or bugs affecting models or analysis.
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   Performing rigorous statistical validation of models against historical and live data.
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   Collaborating with trading teams to incorporate domain expertise into mathematical models.
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   Optimising model performance for both accuracy and computational efficiency.
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   Researching novel approaches from academic literature and industry developments.
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   Identifying and defining new opportunities for data-driven insights.
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  <br/>
 </p>
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  By applying to us you are agreeing to share your Personal Data in accordance with our Recruitment Privacy Notice - https://www.bet365careers.com/privacy-policy
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  <br/>
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  At bet365, we're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels welcome, respected and valued. Where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of their background. We're Never Ordinary, and we're always striving to be better. If you need any adjustments or accommodations to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please don&rsquo;t hesitate to reach out.
 </p>
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Data Scientist, Sports

<div><b>Company Description</b><p><br>
We&rsquo;re one of the world&rsquo;s leading online gambling companies, revolutionising the industry since 2000. Founded by Denise Coates CBE, we now employ over 10,000 people and serve over 120 million customers in 26 languages.</p><p>
We empower our employees to push boundaries and explore new ideas, cultivating a culture that celebrates and rewards creativity. This offers employees a wealth of growth opportunities, giving them the opportunity to make a real impact in the world of online gambling. As a forward-thinking company, we&rsquo;re breaking new ground in software innovation too, redefining what&rsquo;s possible for our global worldwide.</p><p>
Our focus on In-Play betting has solidified our market-leading position, featuring more than 1.38 million In-Play sporting events a year. With over 750 concurrent sporting fixtures at peak and more live sports streamed than anyone else in Europe (750,000), we handle over 6 million HTTP requests daily and process more than 1.5 million bets per hour at peak.</p><b><br>
Job Description</b><p><br>
As a Data Scientist, you will develop probabilistic models that power real-time betting markets.</p><p>
The Quantitative Analysis department harnesses data-driven insights to enhance our betting products and services. The team is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining sophisticated mathematical models to provide accurate pricing across our sports betting products.</p><p>
In this role, you will work with extensive datasets to develop models that determine odds and power in-play betting decisions. Our fast-paced, delivery-focused environment offers significant opportunities for technical growth and innovation.</p><p>
This role is eligible for inclusion in the Company's hybrid working policy.</p><b><br>
Qualifications</b><br>
<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Mathematics, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.</li><li>
Keen interest in a wide range of sports and/or the online gambling industry.</li><li>
Demonstrable experience building predictive models from data.</li><li>
Expertise in statistical analysis and probability theory applied to real-world problems.</li><li>
Strong Python/R skills with experience in ML frameworks, such as scikit-learn, TensorFlow, or PyTorch.</li><li>
Ability to optimise models for both accuracy and computational efficiency.</li><li>
Experience handling and analysing large datasets.</li><li>
Familiarity with cloud computing environments.</li></ul><br>
<b>
Additional Information</b><br>
<ul><li>
Conducting in-depth analysis of large datasets to extract insights and inform decision-making in sports betting.</li><li>
Utilising statistical techniques and machine learning algorithms to develop predictive models and algorithms for sports betting.</li><li>
Devising innovative solutions for unstructured problems.</li><li>
Assessing existing models and algorithms to identify areas for improvement.</li><li>
Identifying and resolving data quality issues or bugs affecting models or analysis.</li><li>
Performing rigorous statistical validation of models against historical and live data.</li><li>
Collaborating with trading teams to incorporate domain expertise into mathematical models.</li><li>
Optimising model performance for both accuracy and computational efficiency.</li><li>
Researching novel approaches from academic literature and industry developments.</li><li>
Identifying and defining new opportunities for data-driven insights.</li></ul><div></div><p>
By applying to us you are agreeing to share your Personal Data in accordance with our Recruitment Privacy Notice - https://www.bet365careers.com/privacy-policy</p>
<p>
At bet365, we're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels welcome, respected and valued. Where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of their background. We're Never Ordinary, and we're always striving to be better. If you need any adjustments or accommodations to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please don&rsquo;t hesitate to reach out.</p></div>

BT Group

<div><div><div><div><div>Req ID: 59489
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Job Function: Software Engineering
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Posting Start Date: 02/07/2026
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Posting End Date: 05/07/2026
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Division: Networks
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Job Location: GBR-Manchester-New Bailey
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Advertised Salary: Competitive + Benefits
</div></div></div></div><div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About the role
</b></h2></div><div><p>We are driving the modernisation of Core Voice Network platforms, transforming legacy telephony systems into scalable, cloud-native, microservices-based architectures while also enabling next-generation Voice AI capabilities such as intelligent call handling, automation, and conversational services.</p><br>
<p></p><p>This role sits within a Software Engineering Development team focused on designing, developing, and evolving distributed applications that underpin call services and routing across BT&rsquo;s fixed voice estate. You will play a key role in building and shaping microservice architectures, leveraging technologies such as Java, Spring Boot, Podman, and Kubernetes, and contributing to system design for high availability, scalability, and real-time processing. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will help deliver robust, production-grade solutions, mentor engineers, and continuously improve development practices.</p><br>
<p></p><p>This role is based at New Bailey, Manchester, UK with a hybrid working model of 3 days together, 2 days wherever.</p>
</div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>What you&rsquo;ll be doing
</b></h2></div><div><div><ul><li>Design, develop, and maintain scalable microservices-based applications using Java, Spring Boot, and containerisation technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)</li></ul>
<ul><li>Define and implement RESTful APIs aligned to OpenAPI (Swagger) standards to support digital and distributed systems</li></ul>
<ul><li>Lead by example through hands-on development, while reviewing code and mentoring engineers to ensure high-quality delivery</li></ul>
<ul><li>Adopt an AI-first engineering approach, leveraging AI tools and Voice AI capabilities to accelerate development, improve code quality, and enable intelligent call handling solutions</li></ul>
<ul><li>Collaborate with architects, product teams, analysts, and engineers to deliver solutions across component and end-to-end system levels</li></ul>
<ul><li>Contribute to system design and architecture, ensuring scalability, resilience, and performance for real-time, high-throughput platforms</li></ul>
<ul><li>Solve complex technical issues, performing coding, debugging, testing, and troubleshooting across the application stack</li></ul>
<ul><li>Conduct deep-dive analysis to identify bottlenecks, optimise performance, and reduce technical debt through continuous improvement</li></ul>
<ul><li>Contribute to and help shape the technical roadmap, aligning engineering deliverables with business objectives and innovation trends</li></ul>
<ul><li>Champion best practices and continuously share knowledge on emerging technologies, including AI-driven development approaches</li></ul>
<ul><li>Exposure to Core Voice platform development (e.g., OCCAS) including working with telecom protocols and tools such as SIP signalling, RTP media flows, traffic simulation (SIPP), and troubleshooting using tools like Wireshark is desirable but not mandatory</li></ul>
</div></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Essential Skills / Experience
</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>Strong experience in Java development with good working knowledge of Spring Boot, along with experience in designing and building production-ready APIs using OpenAPI (Swagger)</li>
<li>Good understanding of microservices architecture patterns, distributed system design, and experience working with relational databases (such as MYSQL/Timesten) for scalable solutions</li>
<li>Understanding of container technologies such as Docker, comfort working in Linux environments with basic Bash scripting, along with working knowledge in AI concepts and frameworks within software development</li>
</ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Desirable Skills / Experience
</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>Experience using Git for version control. Awareness of continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD) practices</li>
<li>Familiarity with tools like Consul and Prometheus for service discovery and monitoring</li>
<li>Strong foundational knowledge of Container as a Service, including its key components and how it supports scalable applications</li>
<li>Experience working in Agile teams, using tools such as Jira and Scrum practices</li>
<li>Familiarity with cloud platforms (such as AWS, Azure, or OpenStack) and virtualised environments</li>
<li>Experience working with telecom or voice systems</li>
<li>Exposure to Core Voice platform development (e.g., OCCAS), including working with protocols and tools such as SIP signalling, RTP media flows, traffic simulation using SIPP, and troubleshooting with tools like Wireshark</li>
</ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Our Package
</b></h2></div><div><p>Tailored benefits make a real difference. That&rsquo;s why we offer a comprehensive range to support your growth, wellbeing, and everyday life.</p><br>
<p><br>
You can design the package to suit you and your lifestyle. Your core benefits include:
</p><ul><li>10% on target annual bonus
</li><li>Access to an online private GP 24/7 for you and your immediate family
</li><li>Market-leading paid carers leave with up to 2 weeks off
</li><li>Equalized maternity, paternity, and adoption leave &ndash; 18 weeks&rsquo; full pay and 8 weeks&rsquo; half pay
</li><li>Discounted EE and BT products, including mobile and broadband
</li><li>Market leading Pension scheme &ndash; 5% from you and 10% from us
</li><li>Holiday purchase scheme</li></ul><br>
<p><br>
You can select additional benefits, including healthcare, dental, gym memberships and more when you&rsquo;re ready.<br>
</p><p><br>
Ready to connect for good and help shape the future? <b>Apply now.
</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><p>BT Group is the UK&rsquo;s leading communications group and the holding company behind some of the country&rsquo;s most recognised brands &ndash; including BT, EE, Openreach and Plusnet. Our purpose is as simple as it is ambitious: we connect for good. Our customers include consumers, small, medium and large businesses, public sector organisations and other communications providers.</p>
<p>BT Group&rsquo;s role is about setting direction, unlocking value and creating the conditions for our brands and businesses to thrive.</p>
<p>Having come through the most capital-intensive phase of our fibre investment, our focus now is on what comes next &ndash; simplifying how we operate, using technology and AI to work smarter, and organising ourselves to serve customers better and grow sustainably. Group teams shape strategy, policy, brand, capital allocation and transformation, helping the whole organisation perform at its best.</p>
<p>We have a singular culture that unites all our people: we are customer-first challengers, who are committed, clear and connected. These behaviours unite us as one team to deliver for our colleagues, our customers, our stakeholders and the country. Joining BT Group means working at the heart of a business that matters to the UK, with the opportunity to shape decisions, influence outcomes and help set the future course of one of the country&rsquo;s most important companies.</p></div></div></div></div></div>

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