Position: San Diego Padres Baseball Research and Development Analyst and Intern

Location: San Diego, California

Description:
The Padres are looking to grow their Research and Development group by adding an Analyst and Intern who have a passion for baseball and winning through data-driven decision making to their team. Through both collaborative and individual work, members of their team will impact every part of the R&D process: idea and question generation, data exploration and analysis, development of decision making tools utilizing analyses, and communication of results to decision makers and other staff. Ideal candidates are those that are excited to challenge the status quo, improve how the Padres make decisions, and contribute to the continual development of the department.

Responsibilities:

• Develop statistical models and perform general quantitative analysis dealing with player valuation, player development, and strategic decision making.
• Collaborate with other members of the baseball operations department in the development process.
• Investigate ad hoc research projects as requested.
• Effectively present completed projects and communicate new insights to decision makers and other staff.
• Maintain a knowledge of the latest data analysis techniques and data sources to aid in the continual development of the department.

Qualifications:

• Intern: Bachelor’s degree (BA) in a job related area or currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program. Strong foundation in mathematics, statistics, operations research, engineering, or physics.
• Analyst: Bachelor’s degree (BA) in a job related area or 2+ years of related work experience.
• Some experience with computer programming. Experience with R, Python, SQL, and Stan preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems in a data-driven way.
• Creativity to brainstorm new avenues of research for the department.
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail with the ability to balance multiple projects.
• Passion for baseball and familiarity with current baseball research.
• Comfortability with and ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to a non-technical audience.
• Ability to work evening/weekend/holiday hours.
• Consistent, punctual and regular attendance.
• Professional image and demeanor.
• Excellent time management, interpersonal, verbal and written communications, decision-making, and organization skills.
• Minimum physical requirements: able to travel to and gain access to various areas of the ballpark for prolonged periods of time during games and events; able to lift and transport up to 25 pounds.

To Apply:
To apply, please send an email to BBOpsJobs@Padres.com with the subject “R&D Positions” and include a resume, an unofficial transcript (if you were enrolled in a college degree program within the last three years), and answers to the following questions:

• When would you be available to start?
• Are you planning to attend the 2018 Winter Meetings?
• Where did you learn about this opportunity?
• What is a project you believe would add substantial value to a baseball team? Please describe the project and outline the steps you would take to complete it.

The San Diego Padres are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please note, this posting contains two positions.

Position: Associate, Baseball Operations

Department: Baseball Operations

Locations: Flushing, NY; Syracuse, NY; Binghamton, NY; Port St. Lucie, FL; Columbia, SC.

Summary:
The New York Mets are seeking individuals to work in Baseball Operations, both in Flushing at the major league level and at their minor league affiliates. This is an entry-level, yearly position intended to gain exposure to a variety of responsibilities within Baseball Operations. Location will be determined based off fit. Applicants should be available to start in January.

Responsibilities:

• Compile advance scouting reports.
• Assist the amateur scouting department with information gathering in preparation for the Rule 4 Draft.
• Support players and coaching staff with video and player-tracking technology.
• Assist front office with administrative needs.
• Data collection and entry.
• Those at the minor league affiliate level will travel with the club on all road trips, filming and charting games, and operating the Trackman radar while the club is at home.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Familiarity with baseball concepts, strategy, rules, recent developments, etc.
• Confidence in verbal communication skills with front office, coaching staff, and players.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Comfortable learning and operating new technologies.
• Organized, attentive, and accountable.
• Available to start in January.

To Apply:
Interested candidates should apply using this Google form with a resume by November 30, 2018.

Position: Associate, Baseball Research & Development

Department: Baseball Operations

Location: Citi Field, Flushing, NY

Summary:
The New York Mets are seeking individuals with a background in data analysis to work with the club’s Research and Development team. This is an entry-level, yearly position in which associates will analyze baseball data and use their findings to provide insight within the different areas of Baseball Operations. These may include player development, amateur and international scouting, and major league advance scouting. Applicants should be available to start in January.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct research in the field of baseball analytics and communicate insights with others in Baseball Operations department.
• Research, develop, and test predictive models to support Baseball Operations decision-making (i.e., player evaluation, roster construction, player development, in-game strategy).
• Create data visualizations that integrate into Baseball Operations web application.
• Collect and manage large data sets. This may involve writing scripts for automation as well as manual data entry.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Statistics, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or similar quantitative field.
• Strong experience querying and managing data with SQL.
• Demonstrated experience using statistical tools and packages in R or Python.
• Familiarity with baseball specific datasets (i.e., Trackman, Statcast, PITCHf/x) and knowledge of current baseball research.
• Preference for candidates who have demonstrated experience building web applications in Python, Java, PHP, Javascript, etc. Please provide a link to the application and/or codebase (Github) if possible.
• Available to start in January.

To Apply:
Interested candidates should apply using this Google form with a resume and a sample of a past research project, preferably in sports analytics, by November 30, 2018.

Position: Baseball Operations Intern

Location: Minneapolis, MN

About Inside Edge:
Inside Edge Scouting Services specializes in data capture and analytics down to the finest details of every Major League game. Major league clubs, media, and other clients subscribe to Inside Edge’s real-time pitch-by-pitch data, custom-tailored reports, and advanced analytic tools to gain an edge on their competition. They provide a fun, fast-paced work environment and an opportunity to get started on a career in baseball and differentiate yourself from other job seekers. Past interns have gone on to positions with both major league clubs and media organizations.

Position Description:
Candidates filling this position will gain valuable experience with technologies and processes increasing their qualifications to work in baseball and the broader sports industry. Hires can expect to begin training March 8. Interns will need to make a commitment to working most nights, weekends, and holidays over the course of the season.

Key areas of responsibility:

• Participate in a rigorous training program before the season starts
• Use Inside Edge software to enter and crosscheck live pitch and scoring data
• Mark actions to be reviewed by supervisors
• Add, review, and update qualitative player notes
• Review video replay ensuring integrity of charted data
• Update internal Inside Edge logs and databases
• Generate end of game reports

Qualifications:
While in-depth training will be provided, candidates need a strong understanding of both the basics and subtleties of baseball games, and will be required to quickly and accurately recognize pitch types, locations, and scoring data.

Wages and term of employment:

• The position runs March 7 through the end of the 2019 regular season (September 29th)
• Starting compensation is $9.86 per hour

To Apply:

• Fill out Inside Edge’s online screening.
• Send an email with your resume to r.moore@inside-edge.com. Feel free to include supplemental information and a quick note on what you’re including. A cover letter is unnecessary.
• Depending on the results, Inside Edge will contact you for a resume and to set up an interview.

A timeline for the hiring process can be found here.

Position: Miami Marlins Baseball Analytics Intern

Location: Jupiter, Florida

Description:
The Analytics Intern will assist Baseball Operations decision-making through the analysis and research of baseball information. The specific day-to-day responsibilities of this position will vary depending on the baseball calendar, but will revolve around analyzing data to answer baseball-related questions. A competitive candidate will possess an established foundation of statistical, programming, and database skills. The position will report to the Director of Analytics.

Essential Functions:

• Research and develop predictive models to support Baseball Operations in player evaluation, roster construction, and in-game strategies.
• Expand upon Marlins analytical strategy by creating new data models, metrics, applications, and reports.
• Improve and refine existing processes for the Baseball Operations Department.
• Perform ad-hoc research projects as requested.
• Present results in a complete, concise, and engaging manner.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and ability to self-direct.
• Demonstrated baseball research, experience visualizing data, and/or strong technical acumen.
• Ability to communicate baseball analytics concepts to individuals with diverse baseball backgrounds, including coaches, scouts, and executives.
• Understanding of and passion for the game of baseball.
• High level of familiarity with the current state of baseball research.
• Meaningful work experience with Tableau, SQL Server, R, and/or Python.
• Ability to work extended hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays from February – October 2019.

Suggested Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in statistics, engineering, applied math, physics, computer science, operations research, or related field.
• Understanding of advanced forecasting techniques is strongly preferred.
• Experience with a scripting language (e.g. PowerShell, Ruby, Perl) is preferred.
• Ability and desire to learn other programming languages as needed.
• Baseball/softball playing experience is a plus.

Please note, this position is paid.

To Apply:
Please email materials (resume, cover letter, research, etc.) to marlinsanalyticsjobs@gmail.com.

Position: Software Developer, Baseball Informatics

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Description:
The Developer will design, code, and maintain software solutions that allow Baseball Operations to translate information into actionable insights used by decision makers.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the design and creation of software systems that will be utilized by Baseball Operations staff.
• Makes use of the existing frameworks in use and data assets within Baseball Operations.
• Makes use of Pirates’ standards and industry best practices to implement elegant and high performance code.
• Participate in gathering and documenting requirements for existing and new software systems in Baseball Operations.
• Understand business processes, required outcomes, and decisions that will be impacted by our use of the software you create and maintain.
• Work with other Informatics developers, interns and consultants in the maintenance and extension of the software development frameworks and tools utilized.
• Be capable in both front-end design and coding techniques as well as service oriented back-end development.
• Assist in evaluating software development tools and techniques for use by Baseball Operations.
• Develop and maintain familiarity with baseball metrics and research.
• All other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:
Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field
• A minimum of two (2) years experience developing software

Desired:

• Experience with Angular 2+
• Mobile UI Design in React Native, Xamarin or similar
• Knowledge of SQL, preferably SQL Server and writing stored procedures and functions
• RESTful Web Service Design

To Apply:
To apply, please visit this site and complete the application.

Position: Baseball Systems Developer

Department: Baseball Operations

Reports To: Application Development Specialist, Baseball Systems

Job Description:
The Baseball Systems Developer will be responsible for developing, maintaining, testing and implementing web based, packaged, and/or mobile applications to support the Baseball Operations staff. The Systems Developer reviews, analyzes and develops information systems including planning, design, develop, testing, debugging and installation to support the applications and systems of the organization. May be expected to write documentation to describe program development, logic, coding, and corrections.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work with the Information Technology department, Baseball Systems Development staff, Analytics staff, and senior Baseball Operations staff to understand department needs and develop technical solutions that integrate existing and future applications into the organization’s information systems.
• Employ an iterative software development approach to ensure quick roll-out along with incremental improvements to baseball systems over time.
• Create specifications through gathering and documentation of user requirements as needed.
• Work with Baseball Operations staff to prototype and implement user interfaces that are efficient, user-friendly, and aesthetically pleasing.
• Provide time estimates for programming tasks based on defined project scope.
• Develop responsive web, mobile, and desktop applications while making use of industry best practices and recommended coding standards to write clear, readable, and efficient code.
• Ensure code quality with the use of automated unit and integration testing.
• Responsible for training staff on use of system, including in-person training or videos, and development and maintenance of a reference manual as needed.
• Provide ongoing support and troubleshooting of all baseball systems, including upgrades to take advantage of new technology.
• Adhere to Reds Information Technologies security standards, support protocols, and server hardware/software build outs.

Experience, Education and Licensure:

• Minimum of a BS or equivalent in Computer Science, Information Systems or equivalent; advanced degree preferred.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience developing enterprise level applications utilizing the Microsoft technology stack including the Microsoft .NET framework.
• Requires past working experience in all phases of the systems development life cycle (SDLC), including planning, designing, developing, testing, and deployment of information systems.
• Interface successfully with functional users and clients.
• Proven track record of building customer relationships.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proficient in Microsoft .NET using C# and WebAPI/MVC Framework.
• Experience using web technologies particularly HTML5, CSS3, and Javascript.
• Knowledge and experience with at least one Javascript application framework such as AngularJS, Vue.js, React, or similar framework.
• Mobile development, relational SQL knowledge, and cloud services are nice to have skills.
• Ability to apply business and industry knowledge to internal applications, databases and systems.
• Additionally, the position requires developing, reporting from, and integrating existing applications.
• Passion for baseball, strong intellectual curiosity, and ability to work with a team framework highly desired.
• Candidate must be available to work non-traditional hours (various nights, weekends, holidays)

Expectations:

• Adhere to Cincinnati Reds organization policies and procedures.
• Act as a role model within and outside the Cincinnati Reds organization.
• Perform duties as workload necessitates.
• Demonstrate flexible and efficient time management and ability to prioritize workload.
• Meet department productivity standards.

To Apply:
To apply, please complete the application found here.

Equal Opportunity Statement:
The Cincinnati Reds are an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Cincinnati Reds to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or creed, sex, age, disability, citizenship status, marital status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.

Position: Analyst, Baseball Research

Location: Minneapolis, MN

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Statistical modeling and quantitative analysis to aid in the creation and improvement of models/tools for decision making in player development, game strategy, scouting, trades and free agency.
• Assist R&D department with data and model quality assurance.
• Prepare reports and presentations to disseminate information throughout baseball operations.
• Facilitate greater knowledge within R&D department of modeling best practices.
• Perform ad hoc quantitative projects to support baseball operations.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in mathematics, statistics, economics, physics or other quantitative field.
• 1-5 years of full-time work experience in a quantitative field.
• Data analyst experience: ability to interpret and analyze statistics.
• Exceptional skill communicating complex statistical concepts.
• Experience with statistical programs such as R, Python, Matlab, SPSS, Stata.

To Apply:
Please visit this site to complete an application.

Position: Product Manager, TrackMan Baseball – Baseball Research, Analytics, and Reports

Job description:
TrackMan is looking for an experienced product manager to further develop and expand their baseball research, analytics and reporting products, services, and capabilities.

TrackMan is a Danish company founded, owned and managed since 2003 by three entrepreneurs with a strong passion for sports. Today, they have a global footprint with their headquarters located in Denmark (Vedbaek) and offices in New York, Phoenix, Poland and Tokyo. They employ more than two hundred and fifty people worldwide, half of whom work in Denmark where most of their hardware and software products are developed, tested and manufactured.

Serving as product manager, you will lead TrackMan Baseball’s team of analysts, conduct research to gain key insights from TrackMan data, and develop the baseball reports and tools necessary for all TrackMan customers to use and find value in TrackMan’s unique and valuable data. Customers include not only all professional baseball teams globally, but internal users as well. As a baseball analytics expert with knowledge on the use of data throughout TrackMan’s customer organizations, you will provide guidance and insights to drive their overall business.

If you are a baseball data expert and can create and manage products, this is an exciting opportunity for you to help TrackMan further revolutionize and impact the game of baseball. In the United States, TrackMan technology is installed in all major league and all minor league stadiums, used by all 30 MLB teams for player development and evaluation, and is a core component of MLB’s award-winning StatCast system.

Baseball Analytics and Business Intelligence (BI) team management

Serving as the baseball analytics lead for TrackMan baseball, you will:

• Lead a talented and established team of analysts and BI developers
• Be a thought leader both internally and externally on baseball data, and its application and use across baseball
• Survey latest methods and advancements in baseball research to support TrackMan Baseball
• Develop leading data-driven, baseball insights benefitting TrackMan’s broad customer base
• Assist the TrackMan Baseball team in building and managing a sales pipeline for reports and analytics-driven businesses

Product Management and Development

Serving as the product lead for TrackMan Baseball’s research, analytics, and reporting offerings, you will:

• Identify, research, and quantify new data-driven opportunities across all segments of the baseball market, and present findings to management for consideration.
• Interact with, and at times collaborate with, global customers and users.
• Develop and execute an analytics/reporting/tools-based product strategy and roadmap, offering customers the ability to best use TrackMan’s valuable baseball data.
• Develop and manage baseball analytics and BI-based products and services that serve their multiple customer users and stakeholders, including baseball operations, coaches, player development, and scouting.
• Develop visualizations and methods for disseminating analytical results for a variety of users, including less technically and analytically inclined users.
• Work closely with TrackMan’s Denmark-based data engineering team, and collaborate with US, European, and Asian-based counterparts in developing products and services.

Requirements:

• Strong statistical and database understanding along with excellent verbal and written skills.
• Extensive baseball knowledge with experience in the latest baseball research and trends.
• Product development or product management experience.
• Understanding of agile SW development process.
• Strong baseball industry knowledge and experience.
• Experience with leading Business Intelligence SW tools and statistical SW packages.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent people management and leadership skill with the ability to attract, recruit, and retain great people.
• Strong work ethic with an attention to detail, and an ability to self-direct.
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university is required.
• Advanced degree in mathematics, statistics, physics, engineering, or other quantitative discipline is desired.
• 5+ years relevant industry experience encompassing quantitative analysis.
• 3+ years of experience managing staff or leading development or research teams.

To Apply:
Applications are continuously assessed, so please send your application as soon as possible. To apply, please visit this site.

Position: 2019 Baseball Video Scouting Internship

Location: Coplay, PA

Description:
Sports Info Solutions, originally founded as Baseball Info Solutions, is looking for highly motivated individuals with a desire to work in the baseball industry. Video Scouts will have a chance to make an immediate impression on the company. Each Video Scout will be collecting data that is directly used by SIS clients (including major league teams) for advance scouting and evaluation purposes. Not only will the Video Scouts become more familiar with the strengths and weaknesses of hundreds of amateur and professional players, but they will also learn the ins and outs of the baseball statistics industry.

Former Video Scouts have risen rapidly through Major League front offices after getting their start watching two to three games per day at SIS. In the words of one former Video Scout and current Vice President of Baseball Operations, “My summer at [BIS] was the best baseball experience of my life.” Major League teams frequently approach SIS for recommendations when they need to fill a position within their organization, and SIS’ top video scouts each year routinely land team internships and/or full-time jobs.

SIS takes pride in making their internships great development opportunities for those looking to get their start in baseball. In addition to gaining invaluable experience watching thousands of
players across different levels, they offer introductory classes that cover writing scouting reports and using the database management language, SQL. They also provide insight and advice from previous SIS Video Scouts who have branched out into a variety of areas in the sports industry.

Responsibilities:

• Score and pitch chart MLB, MiLB and amateur games using specialized computer software
• Check the accuracy and validity of data
• Prepare and analyze statistical data for delivery to customers
• Assist with the production of the 2020 Bill James Handbook
• Provide administrative support to the full-time staff

Compensation:

• A starting hourly rate of $7.75 and/or college course credit will be offered.
• Each Video Scout will also be eligible for regular raises based on performance.
• There will also be opportunities to sign up to work overtime to earn extra income (opportunities will depend on work levels throughout the year).

Time Frame:
SIS offers two unique start dates for this position. The first begins February 4th, 2019. It will last for a period of four to five months into early June, with the possibility of extending further based on company workload and the Video Scout’s performance. The second begins on March 6th, 2019. This will last five to six months into early September, again with a possibility of extending longer.

To Apply:
To apply, please use this link to submit your application.

Position: Minor League Video and Information Intern

Description:

The Minor League Video and Information Intern will provide a service to an Atlanta Braves affiliate through charting live baseball games and providing video and information to Braves coaches, coordinators, and front office members.

This role manages all aspects of the assigned affiliate’s video and advance scouting operation and aims to provide an experience that prepares the ideal candidate for a future role in the baseball industry.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Capture and chart video for each game of the full minor league schedule of an assigned affiliate (home games and team travel to road games, postseason included)
• Manage a network of cameras set up to collect high-quality video from multiple angles.
• Attach, edit, and upload video following each game daily.
• Support the coaching staff/players with ad-hoc video/technology requests as assigned.
• Lead the affiliate’s advance scouting process and produce associated materials for the coaching staff.
• Act as a point-person for affiliate’s use of performance technology initiatives as assigned by the Braves front office.
• Attend a portion of the Braves’ Spring Training camp in Orlando, FL to undergo training in video and advance information.
• Participate in periodic calls with the Baseball Operations group in Atlanta.
• Other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• An understanding and appreciation for diverse cultures and an ability to work effectively and relate well with individuals of diverse backgrounds.
• Self-motivated individual with high degree of responsibility including confidentiality, sense of urgency, and accountability.
• Proactive, organized and detail oriented person who can prioritize their workload and follow-through with minimal supervision.
• Flexibility and enthusiasm in attitude and approach.
• Willing to relocate to a Braves minor league affiliate from Mid-March through Mid-September.
• Able to successfully complete a background check.

Preferred:

• Programming experience with SQL/R
• Playing experience at the collegiate/professional level

This is a paid position that includes a housing stipend for the duration of the minor league season.

To Apply:
Applicants should submit their resume, cover letter, and references to bravesopsjobs@gmail.com and include “Minor League Video and Information Intern” in the subject line.

ANLBC, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.