Advanced Data Science Specialist Needed

I am looking for a talented data scientist and/or developer to create a betting site that will provide various statistics. I will provide sample sites in the message that can be referenced. You will be using a data scraping tool like Octoparse to scrape data, put in a database, and then provide a way to continue to scrape data for daily updates (or multiple times daily when run). I would prefer for the developer to use Python as a web front to provide selectable analysis. You create a robust and innovative predictive algorithm centered on game outcomes across multiple sports. In addition, I would like this to all surround around an API for the web front. The daily updates and already historical data will be used to generate accurate predictions. This task requires a freelancer with a deep understanding of sports analytics and proficiency in algorithmic development. Requirements and responsibilities include: - Python Experience - Strong background in data science and statistical analysis. - Experience with sports betting data and understanding of how betting lines influence game outcomes. - Ability to process and analyze input data including head to head analysis of players and teams based on already identified data sets that will be provided. - Knowledge in handling and integrating various forms of data to compare team and player stats accurately. - Developing a simple and user-friendly interface for sports bet placement and management. - Integrating a functional order book. - Implementing a reliable matching engine to ensure effective and efficient bet matching. - Incorporating testing strategies to guarantee usability and performance. - Proficiency in programming languages suited for data analysis and predictive modeling, such as Python or R. (Open to other ideas) - Transparent The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate previous projects or experience related to sports outcome predictions or related analytical fields. - Confidentiality is a requirement. - Documented/commented code I am looking for someone who can be long-term vs short term. Your insights will be imperative for the development of a tool that bridges statistical analysis with sports betting market trends to offer an edge in predictive outcomes based on team and player historical data. Please provide examples of past work, especially where you have worked with sports data or prediction algorithms. Your bid should also reflect an understanding of the complexities involved in combining different types of statistical data to predict game outcomes. Looking forward to your innovative approach and collaboration