Data Science Manager
Likely
Sponsorship likelihood
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Salary
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£54,400
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role may qualify for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2161 is an eligible occupation, but we are only 40% sure that is the right code. Entain is a licensed sponsor, so if the code fits, the role should qualify. Check the occupation eligibility rules against what the job actually involves.
We pick the code from the advert's text, so it is our best guess, not the employer's. Each code it could be has its own likelihood:
- Likely 2161 (Research and development (R&D) managers) · 40% match
- Likely 2132 (IT managers) · 32% match
- Likely 2433 (Actuaries, economists and statisticians) · 10% match
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2161 Research and development (R&D) managers Most likely code | £38,100 | £43,500 | £48,900 | £54,400 |
2132 IT managers Also possible | £38,500 | £44,000 | £49,500 | £55,000 |
2433 Actuaries, economists and statisticians Also possible | £38,600 | £44,100 | £49,600 | £55,100 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
This role is for Angstrom Sports, a proprietary sports pricing and product provider, building intricate, simulation driven pricing and risk systems to support the success of key sports brands across the Entain group.
Founded in 2018 and having established itself as a pioneer in player-level, play-by-play simulations and forecasting, Angstrom was acquired by Entain in 2023. Today, we are responsible for delivering the group’s most advanced pricing and risk capabilities with a focus on the US market. We’re committed to building the next generation of sports betting products - sports-first, recreationally-focused, and designed to make betting more engaging, more intelligent, and more fun.
We’re proud to be a high-performing, low-ego team where brilliant people are empowered and people work to become brilliant. While we’re ambitious and delivery-driven, we take real pride in how we operate and the health of our independent culture, underpinned by mutual trust and respect.
Job Description
As Data Science Manager, you are responsible for managing the Leads of multiple sport-specific modelling teams. You ensure consistency, alignment, and delivery across the portfolio of models while supporting the career development of Lead Data Scientists.
You will work closely with the Head of Data Science on planning, staffing, and setting the direction for the function. You will be instrumental in scaling the data science capability and ensuring technical quality, delivery efficiency, and team cohesion across the department.
Key Responsibilities
- Resource planning of the Data Scientists to optimise departmental objectives and tasks in ongoing projects.
- Manage, coach, and develop Data Science Leads across multiple teams.
- Support Leads in planning, prioritisation, and delivery of high-quality forecasting models.
- Help set and maintain a high bar in technical standards, code practices, and documentation across teams.
Essential
- Demonstrated success managing Data Science Leads and growing high-performing teams.
- Skilled in aligning delivery across multiple projects, sports, or technical domains.
- Strong technical background in model development and deployment, with the ability to support and challenge teams when needed.
- Advanced programming experience (R/Python/C#/Java)
- Excellent communication and leadership skills across technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Proven ability to manage hiring, performance, and team development.
- Familiar with cross-functional planning, prioritisation, and capacity management.
- Champions a culture of collaboration, experimentation, and delivery.
- Domain expertise in sports modelling or betting products.
- 2+ years managing teams and leading delivery across multiple modelling projects
- Experience building or scaling data science functions
- Familiarity with model governance, risk, or compliance processes.
- Knowledge of tooling and infrastructure challenges across data and ML teams.
- Strategic thinking in resource allocation and modelling roadmaps.
- Passion for modelling excellence and deep awareness of current trends in applied data science.
At Entain, we know that signing top players requires a great starting package, and plenty of support to inspire peak performance. Join us, and a competitive salary is just the beginning.
Depending on your role and location, you can expect to receive benefits like:
- Generous bonus scheme
- Hybrid working
- Private medical insurance
- Pension Scheme - matched to 6%
- Ability to buy and sell holiday
- Free subscription to wellbeing app Unmind
- Entain & Enhance days
- Sharesave Scheme
Should you need any adjustments or accommodations to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please contact us.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Entain, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Research and development (R&D) managers (SOC 2161) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~83k in sample- Middle half £45,448–73,580
- Median £56,992
- Going rate £54,400
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £38,100–48,900
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About sponsorship for this role
Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Entain holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2161 going rate of £54,400. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.