Software Engineer (AI)

Second Spectrum is a Sports Emmy-winning data & tech company that is building the next way of seeing sports - by capturing and producing the highest quality data and innovative content for many of the world’s largest leagues and media partners, such as the NFL, NBA, MLB, English Premier League, ESPN, Amazon, and CBS Sports.

We are pushing the boundaries of deep tech -- machine learning, computer vision, big data, augmented and virtual reality. Our passion for cutting-edge design and decades of experience playing college and professional sports is an equal part of the magic that brings unique and innovative products to life. These products have helped Second Spectrum partners to multiple NBA championships, to win matches on football pitches around the world, to entertain and educate millions of fans on TV and digital. We're just getting started.

In 2021, Second Spectrum was acquired by Genius Sports. Powered by an incredibly driven and ambitious team, Second Spectrum is the place to work if you’re interested in cutting edge technology in sports. Our innovative and dynamic environment emphasizes opportunities for motivated individuals to maximize their growth and impact.

Software Engineer, AI Group

We are looking for a Software Engineer to join our Artificial Intelligence group to develop and maintain data ingestion, transformation, delivery and monitoring systems, in close collaboration with our Platform, Infrastructure, Tracking and Operations groups.

Responsibilities & duties

• Develop systems and workflows for ingesting and transforming various data sources, e.g. tracking, auto-eventing, clock feeds
• Develop data delivery and monitoring systems
• Develop machine learning pipelines and infrastructure
• Build, test, deploy and maintain production systems
• Develop, document, and communicate processes for operational staff
• Maintain best practices for software development, including deployment process, documentation, and coding standards
• Discuss and distribute knowledge, technical concepts, and ideas with any member of our diverse organization

Our Stack

• Languages, frameworks: Rust, Typescript, Python, Node.js
• Infrastructure, tools: AWS (S3, EC2), Docker, Pulsar, Kibana, Grafana
• Version control: Git

Required skills & experience

• BSc or MSc or equivalent experience with a strong software engineering component
• Experience with our languages and technologies in our stack
• Affinity for teamwork and collaboration with others to solve problems, share knowledge, and provide feedback
• Strong communication skills when discussing technical concepts with technical and non-technical colleagues
• Self-motivation and ability to work independently in an efficient manner
• Flexibility and availability for work on-call, outside of regular work hours, as needed to support live sports

What Sets You Apart:

• Experience with data pipelines, devops, machine learning

What’s in it for you? 

As well as a competitive salary and annual leave allowance, our benefits include health insurance, skills training and much more, depending on the location. We also offer a host of softer benefits, including many social events throughout the year such as summer and winter holiday parties, monthly team building events, sports tournaments, charity days and wellbeing activities.   

How we work 

We have adapted a forward-thinking ‘Ways of Working’ framework, which sets out (amongst other things) the opportunities for Geniuses to work flexibly, remotely and on working holidays. It affects different teams and locations differently, so please ask for further information in how it would work with this role. 

Our employees are empowered to stretch the boundaries of what’s achievable, always reaching further and pushing the edges to see what gives. We collaborate, we innovate, and we celebrate. We will continue to grow as an organisation and continue to invest in our highly talented and diverse team of Geniuses

Second Spectrum, part of Genius Sports Group, is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We recognize and celebrate the benefits that a diverse and inclusive workforce bring to our business, our customers and our staff. We welcome and will consider all applications regardless of age, different abilities or disability, gender identity or re-assignment, marriage, pregnancy, maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation (and any other applicable status). Please let us know when you apply if you need any assistance during the recruiting process due to a disability.