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Simon Tanasiienko

Esports Trader
Attard

Summary

Dynamic Esports Trader with nearly 5 years of experience in odds and risk management, specializing in auto-trading models for leading esports disciplines such as Valorant, CS:GO, Dota 2, and Rainbow Six. Successfully increased profitability and operational efficiency through data-driven strategies, cross-functional collaboration, and a deep understanding of in-game dynamics. Adept at working with trading teams and developers to deliver innovative solutions that optimize betting processes and enhance user experience.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Esports Live Trader

Pinnacle
10.2022 - Current
  • Spearheaded the development and continuous improvement of Auto-Trading and Risk Score Models for Valorant, increasing profitability from 1.5% to 5.8%.
  • Enhanced in-play betting availability from 20% to 85% of game time through innovative risk assessment strategies.
  • Optimized betting limits and fine-tuned market dynamics to boost overall betting engagement, and introduced an advanced causality-based Auto-Trading Model, enhancing decision-making accuracy.
  • Conducted detailed testing and analysis of trading models, identifying and resolving issues to ensure accurate odds generation.
  • Collaborated with Trading Strategy, R&D, Trading Operations, and Trading Systems teams to streamline processes and address operational challenges.

Esports Live Trader

GG.BET (Data.bet)
03.2020 - 05.2022
  • Played a key role in designing and implementing Auto-Trading Models for Valorant, integrating unique in-game character abilities to refine odds accuracy.
  • Worked closely with developers to forecast match outcomes and maximize in-play betting windows.
  • Delivered comprehensive reports detailing model issues, proposed solutions, and impact assessments to enhance trading efficiency.

Skills

Certification

IOS Development Certification, Swift programming

Interests

Semi-professional player in CS:GO from ages 17 to 19, providing firsthand understanding of esports dynamics

Timeline

Esports Live Trader

Pinnacle
10.2022 - Current

Esports Live Trader

GG.BET (Data.bet)
03.2020 - 05.2022

IOS Development Certification, Swift programming

11-2019
Simon TanasiienkoEsports Trader