Assistant, Baseball Operations

Location: St. Louis, MO, USA

Job Summary:
This position supports the Advisor to the President in preparation for, and then through, the upcoming transition to the President role at the end of the 2025 season. Prior to the transition, responsibilities may include research projects, presentation writing, meeting planning and summaries, note-taking and correspondence, and other tasks as assigned. Following Advisor’s transition to the President role, this Assistant will continue in a support role, working closely with the Sr. Executive Assistant to the President. The Assistant will have wide exposure to the baseball operations senior leadership team and all underlying sub-departments. The role will then help ensure top-notch communication and execution throughout baseball ops, provide strategic support for processes and decisions and for the President, and help with projects and research as appropriate.

Job Duties Beginning Immediately:

• Design and produce complex documents, reports, and presentations, for a variety of internal audiences.
• Conduct baseball research projects as directed by Advisor to the President.
• Compose memos and correspondence and assist with other writing and communication projects.
• Become a power user of internal systems and valuation materials. Assist in ongoing efforts to improve and streamline those systems and materials.
• Work to stay current on industry best practices and developments relevant to Cardinals current and future initiatives. Regularly summarize and communicate findings of note.

Job Duties Following the 2025 Season:

• Provide strategic support on various issues, including staffing and department administration, operational process improvements, and player personnel matters.
• Attend various baseball operations staff meetings, take notes, and monitor action items for proactive follow-up as appropriate.
• Work with Sr. Executive Assistant as appropriate to support President, including with scheduling and preparation for internal and external meetings and engagements. Anticipate needs in advance and attend meetings as requested, in a support/documentation role.
• Serve as conduit between and among President and department leaders, to ensure ongoing communication and alignment, and to monitor execution of strategic decisions and planned initiatives.
• Work to gain familiarity with all aspects of baseball operations, in particular to better support President’s oversight of those areas, to promote better communication across departments, and to improve efficiency and excellence of processes.
• Travel to spring training, winter meetings, and occasional other trips as appropriate.

Experience/Qualifications Required:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, and Word) is required.
• Existing familiarity with data analysis and basic SQL knowledge is desirable, but candidates willing to learn are also encouraged to apply.
• Prior baseball experience is a plus but not required. Experience in other private or public sector jobs (e.g. sports, politics, management consulting, investment banking, technology and/or startups) with fast-paced environments requiring strong communication, organization, writing, and presentation skills is also helpful.
• Humility, curiosity, and ability to interact productively with others.
• Ability to work effectively with various stakeholders in a fast-paced team environment.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and observant.
• Solution-oriented and team-focused, with great ability to build relationships and collaborate.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to create effective presentations.
• Proactive in finding ways to improve existing processes and contribute to the organization’s success.
• Trustworthy; can handle sensitive/confidential info and conversations well.
• Great work ethic; available to work evening, weekend, and holiday hours.

To Apply:
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Direct links to applications (please see job details below):

2026 Baseball Operations Intern
2026 Data Science Intern
2026 Baseball Projects Intern

2026 Baseball Operations Intern

Department: Baseball Operations
Reports To: Vice President, Baseball Administration
Status: Hourly, Non-exempt

Timeline: Preference will be given to candidates who can start by March 2, 2026 and work through Mid-October 2026.
Primary Objective: Responsible for coordination, support, and assistance to the Baseball Operations department in research, administration, and day-to-day scouting operation tasks.

Essential Functions:

• Support all areas of the Pro and Amateur Scouting departments, including player evaluation, research, video clipping, and preparation for the Amateur Draft meetings.
• Provide support in Advance Scouting, including preparation of the Major League Advance Scouting report.
• Provide additional statistical analysis, economic, and financial research as assigned.
• Will perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred. Equivalent relevant work or playing experience may be considered in lieu of formal education if approved by management.
• Basic Spanish proficiency is preferred.
• Background in player evaluation is preferred.
• Background in video preparation is preferred. 

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA’s):

• Working knowledge of statistical baseball data and its application as it pertains to scouting information and baseball strategy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Authentic and Aware: Exemplifies the highest standards of professionalism and ethics, demonstrating a dedication to doing the right thing and treating everyone with respect. Is self-aware and open to feedback, ability to speak the truth with a positive intent, foster a culture of honesty and builds trust with the team. Commitment to the organization’s mission is evident in both words and actions, aligned to actively contribute to the fulfillment of organizational goals. 
• Communicate and Collaborate: Values others and their views, actively engaging and partnering with team members. Seeks clarity and shares information transparently, fostering a collaborative environment while influencing others and aligning support. Excels in seeking out and leveraging the right resources, engaging in teamwork with a positive and productive approach. Whether verbally or in writing, communicates in a clear and constructive manner, contributing to an engaged and efficient workplace. 
• Execute with Purpose: Takes action and demonstrates accountability, leading with a sense of urgency and dedication to achieving results. Sets and meets challenging expectations for themselves and others, making timely, data-driven decisions and taking ownership of outcomes. Approachable, engaged, and committed; sets a positive tone and cares deeply about the organization. Manages time, priorities, and resources effectively, aiming for and achieving excellence. 
• Adapt and Innovate: Acts boldly, fosters innovation, and supports transformational change. Leveraging analysis and insights, develops new directions and solutions, identifying opportunities for improvement and displaying a commitment to fixing them. With an ongoing commitment to learning and self-development, overcomes challenges constructively and adjusts effectively to shifting priorities and rapid change. This approach contributes to a dynamic work environment focused on progress and continuous improvement. 
• Competent in required job skills and knowledge. Completes work assignments thoroughly and completely in an accurate and prompt manager. Identifies and corrects errors. Is careful, alert, and accurate, paying attention to details of the job.

The Mariners are committed to providing competitive pay, perks, and benefits packages for our valued Team Members. The anticipated starting pay for this role is $22 per hour.

This information is being provided in accordance with the Washington State Equal Pay and Opportunity Act.

To Apply:
To apply, please follow this link.

2026 Data Science Intern

Department: Baseball Operations
Reports To: Manager, Data Science
Status: Hourly, Non-exempt

Timeline: Preference will be given to candidates who can start by March 1, 2026 or sooner, and work through mid-October 2026.
Primary Objective: Responsible for supporting all areas of baseball operations through baseball-related data science, including statistical modeling, research, visualizations, and other projects.

Essential Functions:

• Statistical modeling and analysis of a variety of data sources including Trackman, Hawkeye, and proprietary data sets.
• Ad hoc queries and quantitative research.
• Will perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred. Public research and work experience may be considered in lieu of education requirements if approved by management.
• A strong foundation in mathematics, statistics, computer science, and/or engineering required.
• Proficiency in programming with either R, Python or Julia required.
• Proficiency with SQL preferred.
• Track record of original baseball research preferred.
• Experience building and interpreting predictive models preferred. 

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA’s):

• Strong technical skills in predictive modeling, data analysis, and research.
• Authentic and Aware: Exemplifies the highest standards of professionalism and ethics, demonstrating a dedication to doing the right thing and treating everyone with respect. Is self-aware and open to feedback, ability to speak the truth with a positive intent, foster a culture of honesty and builds trust with the team. Commitment to the organization’s mission is evident in both words and actions, aligned to actively contribute to the fulfillment of organizational goals. 
• Communicate and Collaborate: Values others and their views, actively engaging and partnering with team members. Seeks clarity and shares information transparently, fostering a collaborative environment while influencing others and aligning support. Excels in seeking out and leveraging the right resources, engaging in teamwork with a positive and productive approach. Whether verbally or in writing, communicates in a clear and constructive manner, contributing to an engaged and efficient workplace. 
• Execute with Purpose: Takes action and demonstrates accountability, leading with a sense of urgency and dedication to achieving results. Sets and meets challenging expectations for themselves and others, making timely, data-driven decisions and taking ownership of outcomes. Approachable, engaged, and committed; sets a positive tone and cares deeply about the organization. Manages time, priorities, and resources effectively, aiming for and achieving excellence. 
• Adapt and Innovate: Acts boldly, fosters innovation, and supports transformational change. Leveraging analysis and insights, develops new directions and solutions, identifying opportunities for improvement and displaying a commitment to fixing them. With an ongoing commitment to learning and self-development, overcomes challenges constructively and adjusts effectively to shifting priorities and rapid change. This approach contributes to a dynamic work environment focused on progress and continuous improvement. 

The Mariners are committed to providing competitive pay, perks, and benefits packages for our valued Team Members. The anticipated starting pay for this role is $22 per hour.

This information is being provided in accordance with the Washington State Equal Pay and Opportunity Act.

To Apply:
To apply, please follow this link.

2026 Baseball Projects Intern

Department: Baseball Operations
Reports To: Director, Baseball Projects
Status: Hourly, Non-exempt

Timeline: March 1, 2026 through mid-October 2026. Flexible timeline (12-week duration) for candidates enrolled in college.
Primary Objective: Responsible for contributing to technical projects at the intersection of baseball analytics and broader baseball operations, with an emphasis on creating innovative tools & streamlining communications.

Essential Functions:

• Develop reports, software, and educational materials to facilitate evidence-based decision-making throughout broader baseball operations.
• Provide quantitative support to player plan, high performance, advance scouting, and other player improvement processes.
• Contribute to amateur & professional player acquisition decisions in both formal & informal contexts.
• Fulfill ad hoc requests from coaches, scouts, and other staff about internal metrics & processes.
• Will perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred. Equivalent, relevant experience may be considered in lieu of education requirements if approved by management.
• Proficiency handling large datasets in R, SQL, Python, and/or comparable languages is required.
• Shiny application or other web development experience is preferred.
• Experience building predictive models is a plus, but not required.
• Knowledge of motion analysis and biomechanics is a plus, but not required.
• Ability to communicate in Spanish is a plus, but not required.  

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA’s):

• Strong problem-solving abilities with attention to detail in a fast-paced working environment.
• Knowledge of baseball rules and passion for baseball innovation.
• Authentic and Aware: Exemplifies the highest standards of professionalism and ethics, demonstrating a dedication to doing the right thing and treating everyone with respect. Is self-aware and open to feedback, ability to speak the truth with a positive intent, foster a culture of honesty and builds trust with the team. Commitment to the organization’s mission is evident in both words and actions, aligned to actively contribute to the fulfillment of organizational goals. 
• Communicate and Collaborate: Values others and their views, actively engaging and partnering with team members. Seeks clarity and shares information transparently, fostering a collaborative environment while influencing others and aligning support. Excels in seeking out and leveraging the right resources, engaging in teamwork with a positive and productive approach. Whether verbally or in writing, communicates in a clear and constructive manner, contributing to an engaged and efficient workplace. 
• Execute with Purpose: Takes action and demonstrates accountability, leading with a sense of urgency and dedication to achieving results. Sets and meets challenging expectations for themselves and others, making timely, data-driven decisions and taking ownership of outcomes. Approachable, engaged, and committed; sets a positive tone and cares deeply about the organization. Manages time, priorities, and resources effectively, aiming for and achieving excellence. 
• Adapt and Innovate: Acts boldly, fosters innovation, and supports transformational change. Leveraging analysis and insights, develops new directions and solutions, identifying opportunities for improvement and displaying a commitment to fixing them. With an ongoing commitment to learning and self-development, overcomes challenges constructively and adjusts effectively to shifting priorities and rapid change. This approach contributes to a dynamic work environment focused on progress and continuous improvement. 

The Mariners are committed to providing competitive pay, perks, and benefits packages for our valued Team Members. The anticipated starting pay for this role is $22 per hour.

This information is being provided in accordance with the Washington State Equal Pay and Opportunity Act.

To Apply:
To apply, please follow this link.

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Data Scientist

Location: Cleveland, Ohio, United States

Primary Purpose

The Cleveland Guardians Baseball Research & Development (R&D) group is seeking to hire Data Scientists at a variety of experience levels, including senior, entry-level, and intern/fellow. In this role, you will work alongside the rest of the R&D group to transform a treasure trove of scientific data (e.g., box scores, bat/ball/player tracking, video, biomechanics) into an information pipeline that helps us acquire better players, improve those players, and equip our coaches and players to emerge victorious.

The Cleveland Guardians strongly prefer our teammates to reside in Cleveland, Ohio. Exceptional candidates may be considered for remote work. We can also be flexible on start dates.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Building statistical and/or machine learning models to guide player acquisitions, player development philosophy, and Major League decision-making.
• Developing models for the movements and forces governing human motion and its subsequent impact on bat/ball trajectories.
• Creating tools, prototypes, and visualizations that connect R&D insights to coaches, players, and baseball operations staff.
• Communicating complex ideas clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences, including executives, coaches, and players.

Data Scientists in our R&D group apply quantitative methods to make the Cleveland Guardians better on the field. Depending on your skills and interests, your work may include:

Education & Experience

• Degree or demonstrated experience in a quantitative field (e.g., Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Economics, Biomechanics, or Engineering).
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R for data analysis and modeling.
• Ability to clearly communicate complex ideas to others in both written and verbal form.
• Collaborative and able to succeed in a team-oriented environment.
• Commitment to continuous learning and solving challenging problems.

Job Skills

We are looking for a variety of skillsets. If you have experience with one or more of the following areas, you may be who we are looking for:

Statistical Modeling

• Advanced statistical methods (e.g., fixed effects, random effects, generalized additive models).
• Bayesian statistics and probabilistic programming languages (e.g., Stan).
• Database languages such as SQL.

Machine Learning and AI

• Large language models (LLMs).
• Deep learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, Torch).
• High-dimensional and/or spatiotemporal data.

Domain-Specific Expertise

• Research in a sports context (baseball is a plus).
• Biomechanics software such as OpenSim and Visual3D.
• Game theory applied in real-world contexts.

At the Cleveland Guardians, we are all about creating an environment that brings out the best in everyone. It is a big part of who we are, how we compete, and how we make an impact in our community. We want every employee to feel like they truly belong here.

We also know that people sometimes hesitate to apply for jobs unless they check every single box on the qualifications list. We’re looking for the best person for the job, and we know that you might bring skills and experiences that aren’t exactly listed but could be a huge asset to our team. So, if this role excites you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every single qualification.

To Apply:
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Acquisition Specialist

Baseball Operations / Full-time / Remote

POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Acquisition Specialist will play an important role in enhancing the Scouting process through live and video evaluations, leveraging data to refine valuation methods, and supporting leadership in decision-making efforts. The role demands expertise in player analysis, proficiency with analytical tools, and a sound grasp of valuation frameworks. This person will consult with key contributors across multiple departments, collaborating with Scouting leadership, Analytics, and Systems teams, to drive continuous improvements in information, evaluations, valuations, and decision-making processes, ultimately enhancing the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the Amateur Domestic Scouting operation.

The Acquisition Specialist must be located on the East Coast and will work remotely.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW:
The Amateur Domestic Scouting department is primarily responsible for improving organizational talent through the Rule IV Draft and UDFA signing process. The Amateur Domestic Scouting department strives to be best in class at identifying, evaluating, and valuing amateur baseball talent through a relentless commitment to our process and our people. This includes, but is not limited to creating well-rounded scouting practices, building relationships, leveraging R&D for process support, developing strong staff education frameworks, and establishing sound decision-making processes.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in the implementation and improvement of processes across several areas of the acquisition operation, focusing on advancements in workflow, evaluative methods, decision-making support, and staff development.
• Utilize analytical tools to identify and prioritize prospects that require further analysis to ensure high-confidence and completeness of information, evaluations, and valuations.
• Leverage analytical tools and models to provide QC/QA feedback and identify areas for further research and development.
• Make informed recommendations on valuation approaches and apply valuation outputs to decision-making processes.
• Partner with Systems and Analytics teams to develop, refine, and optimize scouting tools.
• Evaluate a high volume of players using video analysis and select live-look targets, integrating all available data for comprehensive evaluation.

COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to interact deeply with predictive modeling groups and analytical outputs to integrate and apply to decision-making processes.
• Command of valuation frameworks and principles, and the ability to collaborate inter-departmentally to iterate and improve applied valuation methodologies.
• Experience with and aptitude for player analysis and evaluation (subjective and objective) and a knowledge of baseball markets across acquisition spaces, transactional/operational areas, and other domains
• Ability to apply evaluation and valuation expertise in the respective planning and decision-making processes.
• A strong understanding of and ability to relate to the demands, challenges, and needs of both field and office staff
• Command of end-to-end processes that power decisions and ability to contribute to improvements; ability to design effective and efficient processes within the Amateur Domestic Scouting department and inter-departmentally, and to act as a strong resource for leadership in the planning and execution of departmental priorities.
• Ability to connect with and respect people from different backgrounds and cultures, including players, families, coaches, agents, trainers, and others.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proficiency with SQL is preferred.

In addition to the above requirements, all roles within Baseball Operations are expected to effectively demonstrate our universal competencies related to problem solving, teamwork, clarity of communication, and time management, along with embodying our culture of honesty, humility, relentlessness, and commitment to DEIB.

To Apply:
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Director of Baseball Data

At the Miami Marlins, we make waves — on and off the field.

We’re built for sustainable success thanks to our commitment to being great teammates, bold innovators, and thinking long-term. These three pillars guide us in championing a winning culture across the organization. The work we do doesn’t just impact our team — it reaches fans and communities across South Florida.

Position Summary
The Director of Baseball Data will lead the data engineering team within Baseball Systems, overseeing the architecture, development, and maintenance of our data infrastructure. This role will be responsible for designing and implementing scalable, high-performance data pipelines that support analytics, player evaluation, and decision-making across Baseball Operations. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in data engineering, cloud computing, and database technologies, along with strong leadership and project management skills.

Essential Functions

• Develop and execute the long-term data strategy for Baseball Systems, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of scalable data pipelines and storage solutions.
• Oversee the integration of multiple internal and external data sources, ensuring data quality, consistency, and accessibility.
• Manage a team of data engineers, providing mentorship, technical guidance, and professional development.
• Collaborate with R&D, Player Development, Scouting, and Performance Science teams to understand data needs and deliver innovative solutions.
• Implement best practices for data governance, security, and compliance within the baseball data ecosystem.
• Evaluate and integrate new technologies and tools to enhance data processing, analytics, and machine learning workflows.
• Establish and maintain data documentation, ensuring transparency and usability across the organization.
• Work closely with the Director of Baseball Applications to align data infrastructure with application development.
• Drive continuous improvement in data engineering processes, fostering a culture of innovation and efficiency.

Our Values
We Are Great Teammates

• Supports and encourages colleagues.
• Provides and receives feedback without judgement or ego.
• Holds one another to a high standard.
• Provides help and encouragement proactively.
• Assumes positive intentions from others.
• Looks for ways to help make their teammates better.

We Are Innovators

• Embraces a growth mindset.
• Challenges conventional wisdom.
• Unafraid to fail.
• Pushes boundaries and doesn’t accept impossible.
• Asks why and asks why not.

We Think Long-Term

• Asks: what can I do today that will pay off a year from now.
• Eschews instant gratification for bigger benefits in the future.
• Always trying to think three steps ahead.

Skill Requirements

• Expertise in SQL, Python, and data pipeline orchestration tools such as Apache Airflow.
• Strong experience with cloud computing platforms (Google Cloud, AWS, or Azure).
• Deep understanding of database technologies, including relational (PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server) and NoSQL (MongoDB, BigQuery) systems. Knowledge of Snowflake is a plus.
• Knowledge of modern data architecture concepts, including data lakes, real-time processing, and distributed systems.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on performance optimization.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities, with a track record of managing and developing teams.
• Experience working in sports analytics or baseball operations is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Education & Experience Guidelines

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7+ years of experience in data engineering, with at least 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience designing and managing large-scale data infrastructure in a cloud environment.
• Experience in the sports industry or a passion for baseball is preferred.
• Experience with Baseball Data, Biomechanical Data, and Tracking Systems is preferred.

Work Environment

• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Availability to travel occasionally for industry conferences or organizational needs.
• Ability to sit/stand for extended periods and work in an office environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital, or veteran status, or any other protected status.

Job Questions:

1. Describe your experience working with baseball-specific data sources (e.g., Statcast, TrackMan, Hawkeye, biomechanics, scouting reports).
2. What’s your philosophy on managing a high-performing data engineering team?

To Apply:
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Are you a FanGraphs Member? Are you going to be in the Chicagoland area August 23-24? Would you like to attend Sabermetrics, Scouting, and the Science of Baseball, also known as Saberseminar? Well great news! FanGraphs is doing a Saberseminar ticket giveaway for our Members.

Hosted by Illinois Tech at their Chicago campus, Saberseminar is a charity conference that brings together baseball fans, sabermetricians, data scientists, and front office personnel for a two-day showcase of the latest developments in baseball analytics. Researchers, students, and industry folks spend the weekend presenting their latest work. Last year’s conference featured talks from Reds senior director of analytics Nick Wan and Chicago White Sox senior advisor to pitching Brian Bannister, among many others, and this year’s lineup is similarly impressive. It’s also a place to network and build community across the industry, whether it’s with fans, reporters covering the game, scientists studying it, or front office personnel. Several FanGraphs writers past and present will be in attendance, including me! And all of the conference’s proceeds go to charity causes like the Alliance to Cure Cavernous Malformation.

FanGraphs has been a supporter of Saberseminar for over 10 years. This year, we’re giving away six tickets to the conference to our Members. To enter, simply fill out this Google form with your name and the email address associated with your Membership. This is important, as it is how we will verify your Membership status. You’re limited to one entry per email address. We’ll do a random drawing next Thursday, August 14, to determine who gets the tickets.

Conference Details
August 23-24
Hermann Hall Conference Center at Illinois Tech
3241 S Federal St, Chicago, IL 60616
Full Schedule

Saberseminar Meetup (21-plus)
August 23 at 5:30 PM
Maria’s Community Bar Back Patio
960 W 31st St, Chicago, IL 60608

Sr. Data Engineer, Baseball Systems

Location: Boston, MA, United States
Department: Baseball Operations
Status: Full-time

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW:
Members of the Baseball Systems team at the Boston Red Sox are focused on designing, building, and refining the software and data pipelines used within Baseball Operations. These tools and applications are an integral part of the decision-making process, are directly integrated in the workflows of all departments within Baseball Operations, and provide an efficient, consistent, and accessible experience when interacting with our internal data sources and applications.

POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Boston Red Sox are seeking a Senior Data Engineer, Baseball Systems who is a hands-on database expert responsible for administering and optimizing large-scale SQL environments, building robust data pipelines, and ensuring high-performance access to critical baseball operations data across on-prem and cloud platforms.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, is comfortable managing both modern Snowflake-based pipelines and legacy SQL Server systems, and brings a strong sense of ownership to delivering scalable, efficient, and maintainable data solutions that directly impact decision-making throughout Baseball Operations. This role is central to the reliability and evolution of the Red Sox’s data infrastructure, supporting analysts, developers, and systems engineers across player evaluation, baseball sciences, and scouting domains.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administer and optimize Snowflake and SQL Server environments, including warehouse sizing, query tuning, and access control policies
• Develop robust data transformation pipelines, leveraging data from both APIs and file-based sources
• Leverage tools like dbt, Snowpipe, and Snowpark for data transformations
• Design, manage, and monitor data pipelines that move structured and unstructured data from Azure Blob Storage into Snowflake, ensuring reliability, performance, and cost-efficiency
• Maintain and modernize legacy SQL Server data pipelines, improving performance through query optimization, indexing strategies, and resource tuning
• Contribute to the infrastructure design and software lifecycle phases—including technical design, testing, implementation, and quality assurance
• Provide proactive support for critical production systems, resolving pipeline or performance issues quickly and effectively
• Partner with software developers, analysts, and other stakeholders to support analytical, operational, and reporting needs across Baseball Operations
• Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and DevOps best practices with the data engineering and software development teams

COMPETENCIES

• Aptitude and ability to apply academic or applied experience in software development or data engineering related field.
• An advanced understanding of modern databases, SQL and query optimizations, stored procedures, views, and other db objects
• Able to design data solutions to allow for cost-effective, scalable, fast, and flexible solutions to support front-end development, analyst work, and data health and monitoring needs
• Able to pick up quickly and think both creatively and critically to solve problems
• A basic understanding of contemporary baseball and/or sports analysis and development practices
• A team-player that collaborates effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field
• 3-5 years of experience in a data engineering or data platform role with a focus on database performance and pipeline reliability
• Strong SQL development and optimization skills, including experience with stored procedures, indexing, and query tuning in SQL Server
• Hands-on experience administering and developing in Snowflake, including warehouse scaling, role-based access, and usage monitoring
• Proficiency in building and maintaining data pipelines from Azure Blob Storage to Snowflake, using tools like dbt, Snowpipe (or equivalent)
• Solid understanding of ELT/ETL concepts and data architecture best practices across cloud and hybrid systems
• Familiarity with DBT for data transformation and modeling is strongly preferred
• Experience with GraphQL is a plus but not required
• Ability to work autonomously and as a team in a fast paced environment
• High level of attention to detail with the ability to multi-task effectively
• Comfortable working remotely when required and using Zoom, Teams, Slack, Trello, and other tools to communicate with all team members
• High degree of professionalism and ability to maintain confidential information
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
In addition to the above requirements, all roles within Baseball Operations are expected to effectively demonstrate our universal competencies related to problem solving, teamwork, clarity of communication, and time management, along with embodying our culture of honesty, humility, relentlessness, and commitment to DEIB. 

In addition to the above requirements, all roles within Baseball Operations are expected to effectively demonstrate our universal competencies related to problem solving, teamwork, clarity of communication, and time management, along with embodying our culture of honesty, humility, relentlessness, and commitment to DEIB.

To Apply:
To apply, please follow this link.

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Designer – User Interface/Experience Baseball Operations

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Job Description
The Designer – User Interface/Experience will deliver user-centered design solutions that balance operational goals and technical feasibility. They will partner closely with Baseball Operations software engineers, designers, and department leadership to shape, prototype, and create user experiences for enhancing existing web and mobile technologies and new tools. 
Core duties for this role include, but are not limited to:

• Contribute to the design process from discovery and wireframing to mid- to high-fidelity visual design and software engineer engagement including but not limited to our Baseball Operations Internal Applications.
• Collaborate with baseball systems teams to ensure platforms are feasible, translatable and functional for our users.
• Conduct user research, user usability and competitive analysis to inform design decisions when assessing and updating our platforms.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Design, Computer Science, or a related field and 2 to 5 years of professional UX/UI design experience. or related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.  

Our Team
Baseball Systems is the software backbone of Baseball Operations. We provide data and decision-making tools for analysts, coaches, and front office personnel to help win a World Series.  Our department consists of a team of data engineers and a team of software engineers who work across all different aspects of Baseball Operations providing support and tools relevant to each group.  We work directly with stakeholders in every department of Baseball Operations to ensure every project we work on drives value to the organization and helps us win more games on the field. We help drive technical innovation to find new ways to solve baseball problems.

Our Pitch
You come here to make a difference. We are a purpose-led organization, focused on building an inclusive and engaging culture that fosters excellence, collaboration, and ingenuity. We strive to be a model employer and cultivator of talent, empowering our teams to drive innovation through the inclusion of diverse thoughts, ideas, and perspectives. We operate at the highest standard of excellence, investing in the development of our staff across all levels and embracing differences through a culture of respect and understanding.
 We are proud to offer a highly competitive perks and benefits package including:

• Exceptional health and dental rates, and fully covered vision package
• 401(K) match and an additional annual contribution from the Club
• Unlimited vacation time
• Paid parental leave
• Collaborative recognition program and incentives
• Leadership development programming
• Online educational platform for personal and professional development
• Employee Resource Groups
• Paid time off for volunteering
• Inclusive training and leadership development opportunities aligned with Club values
• Brewers Home Game tickets, promotional giveaways and other discounts!

For more information about our Crew, other benefits and insight into our Club culture please visit our Careers Page.

To Apply:
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Software Engineer (Baseball Systems)

Job Description
The Software Engineer (Baseball Systems) will collaborate with the Systems team to assist in building features for our stakeholders. This position requires strong software development skills and experience, as well as a demonstrated ability for independent thought and the willingness to work within a team framework.

Core duties for this role include, but are not limited to:

• Deliver highly dependable, easy to use software while being part of a fast-moving team with supervision from department leadership.
• Maintain features that deliver information to stakeholders while collaborating with Data Engineering, Tech Operations, and Research & Development.
• Propose visualizations or interfaces that communicate the intended information to a broad audience throughout baseball operations.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree (B. A.) in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field from four-year college or university; and one- three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Our Team
Baseball Systems is the software backbone of Baseball Operations. We provide data and decision-making tools for analysts, coaches, and front office personnel to help win a World Series.  Our department consists of a team of data engineers and a team of software engineers who work across all different aspects of Baseball Operations providing support and tools relevant to each group.  We work directly with stakeholders in every department of Baseball Operations to ensure every project we work on drives value to the organization and helps us win more games on the field. We help drive technical innovation to find new ways to solve baseball problems.

Our Pitch
You come here to make a difference. We are a purpose-led organization, focused on building an inclusive and engaging culture that fosters excellence, collaboration, and ingenuity. We strive to be a model employer and cultivator of talent, empowering our teams to drive innovation through the inclusion of diverse thoughts, ideas, and perspectives. We operate at the highest standard of excellence, investing in the development of our staff across all levels and embracing differences through a culture of respect and understanding.

We are proud to offer a highly competitive perks and benefits package including:

• Exceptional health and dental rates, and fully covered vision package
• 401(K) match and an additional annual contribution from the Club
• Unlimited vacation time
• Paid parental leave
• Collaborative recognition program and incentives
• Leadership development programming
• Online educational platform for personal and professional development
• Employee Resource Groups
• Paid time off for volunteering
• Inclusive training and leadership development opportunities aligned with Club values
• Brewers Home Game tickets, promotional giveaways and other discounts!

For more information about our Crew, other benefits and insight into our Club culture please visit our Careers Page.

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Senior Software Engineer – Front End

Location: Florida

Company Overview

At the Miami Marlins, we make waves — on and off the field.

We’re built for sustainable success thanks to our commitment to be great teammates, bold innovators, and thinking long-term. These three pillars guide us in championing a winning culture across the organization. The work we do doesn’t just impact our team — it reaches fans and communities across South Florida.

Position Summary

As a Senior Software Engineer – Front-End, you will be a key contributor to the development and maintenance of software applications that support the Baseball Operations department. Your deep expertise with user interfaces and front-end development will enable you to work on a variety of projects. Your focus will be building data-driven applications, integrating complex systems, and optimizing baseball-related workflows and user experiences. This role requires strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with analysts, coaches, scouts, and other stakeholders. Ideally, you’ll be full-stack capable, but with an interest and expertise toward building front-end clients for responsive web and mobile applications.

Essential Functions

• Design, develop, and maintain web-based and mobile applications to support baseball operations, scouting, player development, and analytics.
• Write efficient, scalable, and maintainable code while adhering to best practices in software engineering.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and develop technical solutions.
• Implement and maintain data-intensive front-end clients built on top of APIs that surface data that will be visualized.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and deployment processes to ensure software quality.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and modern practices in software development and baseball analytics.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers.

Our Values

We Are Great Teammates

• Supports and encourages colleagues.
• Provides and receives feedback without judgement or ego.
• Holds one another to a high standard.
• Provides help and encouragement proactively.
• Assumes positive intentions from others. 
• Looks for ways to help make their teammates better.

We Are Innovators

• Embraces a growth mindset.
• Challenges conventional wisdom.
• Unafraid to fail.
• Pushes boundaries and doesn’t accept impossible.
• Asks why and asks why not.

We Think Long-Term

• Asks: what can I do today that will pay off a year from now. 
• Eschews instant gratification for bigger benefits in the future.
• Always trying to think three steps ahead.

Skill Requirements

• Strong proficiency in programming languages such as JavaScript, TypeScript, Python and Java.
• Strong experience with front-end frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue).
• Working knowledge of back-end frameworks (Node.js, Spring, Django, or Flask).
• Experience building for mobile, preferably iOS, either with native (Swift) or cross-platform (React Native, Flutter) tooling is ideal.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure) and DevOps practices.
• Experience developing and integrating APIs and working with relational and NoSQL databases.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for baseball and familiarity with advanced baseball analytics is a plus.

Education & Experience Guidelines

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in software engineering, application development, or related fields.
• Proven experience in building and maintaining large scale highly available applications.
• Prior experience working in sports analytics or baseball-related software development is a plus.

Work Environment

• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Availability to travel occasionally for industry conferences or organizational needs.
• Ability to sit/stand for extended periods and work in an office environment.

Job Questions:

1. List a few resources that you value the most for baseball content (i.e. research publications, websites, books, podcasts, etc). No explanation is needed for your selections.

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Senior Software Engineer- Baseball Data Platform

Location: San Francisco, California

The Baseball Data Platform team is hiring a Senior Software Engineer in the San Francisco office to help capture and tell the story of baseball through data, shaping the future of the fan experience. This team has been responsible for the collection, analysis, and distribution of Emmy Award-winning Statcast data since the product’s inception in 2015. They are also at the forefront of technological innovation in sports, developing advancements such as the Automated Balls & Strikes system (ABS), which made its debut at the Major League level in Spring Training 2025. This is a unique opportunity for an engineer to join our team and help change the way fans consume the game for generations to come. You will partner with business stakeholders, product managers, and cross-functional engineering teams to facilitate the design and implementation of new, engaging features for our users, while blending tradition with innovation.

The ideal candidate will be an engineer with a knowledge of the software development lifecycle, experience working with and supporting engineers, and a background in data delivery via highly scalable, distributed systems. Learn more about what the team does via the MLB Technology Blog and if you like what you see, we hope you’ll consider joining us on this journey.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain large-scale, high-performance web services and APIs to support real-time baseball data and Statcast features
• Manage the collection, analysis, and distribution of baseball data to ensure timely and accurate data delivery, supporting key systems like Statcast, the Automated Balls & Strikes system (ABS), and betting partners
• Create and maintain powerful backend-applications and APIs using Java Spring Boot and Node.js to support organization-wide products and initiatives
• Build and enhance front-end applications and interfaces using JavaScript, TypeScript, React, HTML, and CSS to provide engaging and intuitive fan experiences
• Design, build, and optimize cloud-native infrastructure using Kubernetes, Docker, and Terraform to ensure high availability and scalability of backend systems
• Work closely with business stakeholders, product managers, and cross-functional engineering teams to conceptualize, design, and deliver new features that enhance fan engagement and improve user experiences across MLB’s suite of applications and platforms
• Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions to ensure system reliability and performance, utilizing tools for application performance monitoring and observability
• Proactively learn and adapt to new technologies, particularly in distributed systems, cloud computing, and data engineering, to keep the Baseball Data team at the forefront of tech innovation in sports
• Take ownership of critical projects and your own initiatives
• Participate in an on-call rotation with other team members to ensure timely response to system alerts approximately every 2-3 months
• Contribute to our blameless and inclusive culture to ensure team satisfaction and engagement

Qualifications & Skills

• 5+ years of experience developing large, scalable APIs and web services
• Advanced Java Spring Boot expertise, including annotations, JVM tuning, and thread/memory management
• Proficiency in front-end technologies including Typescript, React, HTML, CSS
• Experience with PostgreSQL, including writing performant queries and optimizing performance
• Strong experience with highly available, distributed systems and relevant technologies:
  • Cloud platforms (GCP, AWS)
  • Caching solutions (Redis/Valkey Cluster)
  • REST API design
  • Observability and application performance monitoring
  • Cloud-native tools (Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform)
  • CDNs (Cloudflare, Fastly, Akamai)
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders

Salary range: $150,000 – $185,000 (Base Salary) + Bonus

As a candidate for this position, your salary and related aspects of compensation will be contingent upon your work experience, education, skills, and any other factors MLB considers relevant to the hiring decision. In addition to your salary, MLB believes in providing a competitive compensation and benefits package for its employees.

Top MLB Perks & Benefits

• 100% Employer Paid Medical/Dental/Vision Premiums
• Company Contributed 401K Plan
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Access to Free Tickets to Baseball Games & MLB.TV
• Discounts at MLB Store | MLBShop.com
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Onsite/Online Training & Development Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Pet Insurance

Why MLB?
Major League Baseball (MLB) is the most historic of the major professional sports leagues in the United States and Canada. Employees love working at MLB because of the culture of growth, teamwork, and professionalism. Employees who are most successful at MLB take initiative, know how to identify problems and provide solutions, and always put the Team first. For those ready to step up to the plate and join the major leagues, MLB takes the same approach as teams do with their players: empowering our “workforce athletes” to be at their best by engineering experiences that put employees in the best position to succeed. Major League Baseball is looking for candidates who are passionate about growing America’s pastime to best serve its fans for decades to come.

MLB is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

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Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please email us at accommodations@mlb.com. Requests received for non-disability related issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.

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