Position: Data Engineer

Job Description:
The Data Engineer will work closely with the Data Architect and the Baseball Systems team to maintain, enhance, and extend the Brewers data pipelines. You will be responsible for collecting and transforming data from various sources as well as preparing and distributing data for consumption by the department’s systems and analysts. The ideal candidate is an experienced data pipeline builder who excels at automating and optimizing data systems, with a strong preference for cloud experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned:

• Create, maintain and optimize data ETL pipelines
• Document, troubleshoot, and resolve issues with data processes
• Collaborate with the Development and Research teams
• Extend the Brewers’ AWS cloud platform initiative
• Identify, design, and implement internal process improvements
• Work with stakeholders to utilize data to create innovative solutions to baseball operations problems
• Prepare data sets for processing and research

Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Experience with programming languages such as Python, Java, C#
• Experience working with relational databases such as SQL Server and PostgreSQL
• Experience with SQL, including writing and maintaining queries
• Experience with SDLC, especially Agile or Kanban concepts
• Experience with source control and issue management, such as JIRA, Bitbucket, Github or similar
• Familiarity with advanced statistical baseball concepts, including advanced statistics and player evaluation metrics

Preferred Skills:
The skills listed below will help an individual perform the job, however they are not all required.

• Experience building visualizations with tools such as D3.js or similar
• Experience with data analysis tools including Tableau, Chartio or similar
• Experience with cloud services including AWS, Azure, Google Cloud or similar
• Experience with DevOps concepts such as Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment, using TeamCity, Jenkins or similar
• Experience with job orchestration tools such as Airflow, Luigi, Hangfire or similar
• Experience with Docker or other containerization technologies
• Familiarity with Linux and non-Windows operating systems

Education and/or Experience:
Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field from four-year college or university; and one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

To Apply:
To apply, please follow this link.

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Position: DevOps Developer

Department: Information Technology
Reports To: VP of Technology

Job Purpose: Work with Baseball Analytics and development groups to improve the efficiency and increase the reliability of the Reds’ products and tools, and support optimal development processes within the group. The team envisions the person in this position to reduce the amount of time spent on code and infrastructure maintenance maintaining stable production environments, allowing Reds technical teams to serve information more easily to stakeholders. Read the rest of this entry »

Position: Baseball Video Scout

Location: North Carolina (specifically Raleigh/Durham/Cary triangle area)

Description: Synergy Sports provides premier video and analytics systems for MLB, International, College, and Amateur baseball and is seeking qualified candidates to work showcase events as Video Scouts throughout the 2021 summer season at a premier baseball complex in Cary, NC. Video Scouts will capture live multi-angle video footage, track lineups and rosters, and upload video/data to the Synergy platform. The position is event-based and will include daily compensation for assigned events.

Responsibilities:

• Manage video and technology equipment for game capture.
• Serve as Synergy Sports liaison on site.
• Track and update rosters and player information.
• Verify data accuracy and video quality.
• Provide daily updates to staff and content partners.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of and interest in baseball operations, amateur scouting, or player development.
• Proficiency with computers (Windows, Mac).
• Strong work ethic, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• Must have access to reliable transportation and housing in the Cary, NC area.
• Previous industry experience with video equipment, including cameras and SD cards, is a plus.

To Apply:
Please follow this link to apply. In your cover letter, please include (1) what your professional aspirations are in sports and (2) where you will be living this summer.

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Position: Associate, Professional Scouting

Job Description:

Summary:
The New York Mets are seeking to hire an Associate, Professional Scouting for an opportunity to help support the department’s existing functions and growth initiatives across a variety of domains. This Associate will be exposed to all facets of the department during both the regular season and offseason. Individuals from all backgrounds and experiences that meet the below qualifications are encouraged to apply.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide departmental support for key transactional decisions and dates, including but not limited to the Trade Deadline, Waiver Claims, Free Agent Signings, and the Rule 5 Draft
• Monitor affiliated professional player universe to assist in formulation and maintenance of target lists centered around potential in-season and offseason acquisitions; provide frequent updates on relevant players throughout the season and offseason
• Undertake research studies and look-back analyses on topics pertaining to the Professional Scouting landscape
• Build relationships with Pro Scouts, other members of the Baseball Operations department, and the baseball community; serve as point of contact for certain administrative and logistical departmental needs
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned to support the Pro Scouting department and broader Baseball Operations department

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree or Spring 2021 graduation required
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Basic to intermediate proficiency in SQL
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated passion for baseball with understanding of latest baseball rules and landscape trends (pertaining to player evaluation, analytics, and roster construction)
• Strong attention to detail
• Growth mindset with an eagerness to learn and willingness to think creatively
• Ability to work long hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Preferred:

• Advanced proficiency in SQL and database manipulation
• Experience with programming languages used for data analysis and visualization, ideally Python and/or R
• Intermediate Spanish-speaking ability
• Baseball/softball playing background or related work experience is preferred, but not required; outside career experience that can provide value to the department in other ways is also a plus
• Experience and familiarity with baseball-specific technology and platforms (including Trackman, Hawk-Eye, Synergy, etc.)

To Apply:
Please follow this link to apply.

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Position: Sport Science Analyst

Summary: The Texas Rangers are seeking a candidate to provide research and analysis through statistical modeling, visualizations, and other assigned projects. This individual will support the Sport Science staff as well as other branches of the Performance, Player Development, and Baseball Operations staffs. This position is based in Arlington, TX.

Basic Duties & Responsibilities:

• Work with Sport Science, S&C, Medical, Nutrition, and Mental Skills departments to aide in driving Performance initiatives through integration of statistical analysis.
• Utilize Athlete Management System to effectively display data and produce reports (written and visual) for the Performance Group, Field Staff, and Front Office.
• Conduct statistical analysis, quantitative research, and data modeling on motion capture data and other information related to biomechanics.

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Position: Research & Development Analyst (Computer Vision)

Position Overview:
Sports Info Solutions (SIS) is looking for candidates to fill a full-time position in their R&D Department. The R&D Analyst will work either remotely or out of the SIS office near Allentown, PA, and they will contribute as a member of the SIS R&D team with a focus on Computer Vision-related projects.

Responsibilities:

• Help drive the development of SIS’s computer vision systems across football, baseball, and basketball.
• Improve efficiency of internal workflows by leveraging CV.
• Use CV capabilities to design and develop new products and/or datasets that support the needs of front office and field personnel.
• Perform modeling and research using SIS’s internal baseball and football databases as well as other notable data sets (Statcast, NextGen, etc).
• Collaborate with colleagues to help illuminate the value of SIS’s analytical products to prospective clients.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Experience working on computer vision and machine learning projects involving video.
• Familiarity with contemporary baseball/football/basketball analytics.
• Previous experience with Python or other relevant programming languages.

To Apply:
Follow this link below to submit your application.

Sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Sports Info Solutions uses E-Verify and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

SIS is committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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Position: Data Operations Intern

Description:
Join TrackMan Baseball’s Data Operations team as a paid intern for the 2021 baseball season. You will have a vital role in a growing, fast-moving, entrepreneurial company that is breaking new ground in sports. In this position, you will primarily be responsible for reviewing and verifying TrackMan data from a significant number of major and minor league baseball, NCAA, and international stadiums during the 2021 baseball season.

The internship starts in early March and finishes at the conclusion of the major league baseball season. Interns are expected to work 8 hours a day and 5 days a week, and weekend availability is required. An hourly rate of $13.00 will be offered.

About TrackMan Inc.
TrackMan, Inc. is a US-based subsidiary of TrackMan A/S and is based in Stamford, CT, about 30 miles north of New York City. TrackMan A/S has developed a range of products for the golf market and is considered the gold standard in measurement of ball flight and swing path. TrackMan’s golf products are used by top touring professionals, teaching pros, broadcasters and governing bodies.

TrackMan, Inc. introduced 3D Doppler radar technology to the baseball industry and the technology is now used by all major league baseball organizations and is a component of MLB’s StatCast system. TrackMan, Inc. is revolutionizing baseball data and has been featured in publications such as the New York Times, Sports Illustrated, FanGraphs, and ESPN.

Requirements:

• Thorough knowledge of baseball.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work well with others.

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Position: Assistant Video Coordinator

Location: St. Louis, MO

Summary of Responsibilities:
The St. Louis Cardinals are seeking candidates for an Assistant Video Coordinator position in their Major League Clubhouse. The Assistant Video Coordinator will work with the rest of the video team to create, edit and deliver video playlists and written scouting reports to their Major League players and coaching staff. The role requires a robust knowledge of computer network management, experience troubleshooting PCs/iPads and experience with the BATS software system. The role requires availability outside of traditional work hours including night, weekends and all home games. This position is also non-exempt, overtime eligible. Applicants must be available prior to the start of the 2021 Championship Season.

Essential Functions of the Job:

• Create video playlist using various from various platforms (handheld, Blackmagic H.264, Edgertronic, etc.) using various editing platforms (Movavi or similar)
• Write scouting reports combining scouting observations and data of individual players on opposing teams
• Collaborate on video projects with various members of the Major League Coaching staff
• Manage computer network used to capture, store, clip and disseminate video
• Manage MLB’s dugout iPad system
• Identify and troubleshoot technical issues with iPads and PCs

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Please note, this posting contains three positions.

Position: Analyst, Baseball Analytics

Location: Citi Field – Queens, New York

Job Description:

Summary:
The New York Mets are seeking an Analyst in Baseball Analytics. The Analyst will build, test, and present statistical models that inform decision-making in all facets of Baseball Operations. This position requires strong background in complex statistics and data analytics, as well as the ability to communicate statistical model details and findings to both a technical and non-technical audience. Prior experience in or knowledge of baseball is a plus, but is not required.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Build statistical models to answer a wide variety of baseball-related questions affecting the operations of the organization using advanced knowledge of statistics and data analytics and exercising appropriate discretion and judgment regarding development of statistical models
• Interpret data and report conclusions drawn from their analyses
• Use data analysis to support and improve business decisions
• Present model outputs in an effective way, both for technical and non-technical audiences
• Communicate well with both the Director and Manager of Baseball Analytics as well as other Baseball Operations personnel to understand the parameters of any particular research project
• Provide advice on the desired outputs from the data engineering team, and guidance to the Baseball Systems team on how best to present model results
• Assist with recruiting, hiring, and mentoring new analysts in the Baseball Analytics department
• Evaluate potential new data sources and technologies to determine their validity and usefulness
• Consistently analyze research in analytics that can help improve the modeling work done by the Baseball Analytics department

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Please note that this posting contains three positions.

Position: Performance Science Analyst

Reports To: Director of Baseball Analytics
Department: Baseball Operations
Status: Exempt
Position Type: Full-Time
Location: Scottsdale, Arizona

Position Summary:
The San Francisco Giants are seeking a Performance Science Analyst to join the Baseball Operations department. This individual will be part of both the R&D and Biomechanics teams and provide research and analysis to support the Medical, Training, and Player Development staffs. This position will also work closely with colleagues to study and research high performance and both marker and markerless motion capture data. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation with advanced training in performance science disciplines, strong analytical skills, the ability to communicate effectively to non-technical people, and both passion and intellectual curiosity for the game of baseball. Read the rest of this entry »