GRID esports

Live Trader - FPS/CS2 Focus (m/f/x)

GRID esports  •  Remote  •  1 day ago
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Job Description

  • Have you independently live traded CS2 matches using in-house models, adjusting pricing in real time without external odds references?

  • Do you have hands-on experience identifying underperforming live pricing models and manually correcting markets to maintain high uptime (95%+ for top-tier events)?

  • Have you actively traded multiple FPS esports titles (CS2, Valorant, Rainbow Six, or similar) and used game-specific knowledge to inform live pricing decisions?

If the answers to the above questions are yes, then this role could be ideal for you!

About the role

We’re looking for a skilled and experienced Live Trader to trade CS2 matches while also understanding other key shooter titles like Valorant, Rainbow Six, and more.

This is a hands-on and dynamic role where you will trade matches using in-house mathematical models, making real-time adjustments to ensure markets stay balanced and competitive. You will need to quickly identify when the model isn’t performing optimally and adjust the pricing to maintain 100% uptime for general trading activities.

For top-tier events, you’ll be expected to trade with 95%+ uptime, setting the pricing independently, without relying on external reference sources. In addition to managing live trading, you’ll provide critical feedback on model performance, fine-tuning strategies to optimize market efficiency.

Requirements

What you will do

  • Live trade CS2 and other FPS matches using in-house pricing models across all tiers

  • Monitor the model’s performance, identifying issues and adjusting pricing to ensure competitive and balanced markets

    Feedback on models, pricing and industry trends to relevant stakeholders

  • Mentor junior traders and contribute to trading best practices

    Conduct post-match reviews to refine predictive models and future forecasts

  • Offering insights on FPS titles based on deep knowledge and interest in specific areas

  • Support continuous improvement in trading processes, tools, and automation

Your skills will include

  • 3+ years experience in esports trading, preferably with a strong focus on CS

  • Deep understanding of FPS esports titles, including game mechanics, tournament formats, teams, meta, and results

  • Proven track record in live trading and risk management

  • Strong mathematical understanding of probabilities and expected value

  • Analytical mindset and strong attention to detail

  • Ability to make quick, accurate judgments based on live match data

  • Flexible availability to match global esports schedules

Nice to have

  • Hands-on experience with trading automation

  • Familiarity with model validation and statistical testing for pricing models

  • Experience mentoring junior traders

GRID esports

About GRID esports

GRID unlocks the power of official live esports data, fueling next-generation betting, media, and competitive gaming experiences. Through exclusive partnerships with top game publishers and tournament organizers—including Riot Games, BLAST, KRAFTON, and Ubisoft—GRID delivers real-time, high-integrity data and live streaming straight from the source. Its proprietary in-game data infrastructure powers the industry’s most secure, scalable, and engaging products, helping operators, teams, and tournament organizers stay ahead while keeping fans engaged. With a relentless focus on innovation and integrity, GRID is shaping the future of esports by unlocking the full potential of official data for everyone.

Industry
IT & Software
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Berlin, DE
Year Founded
2018
Website
grid.gg
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