Job Posting: Pittsburgh Pirates – Director Baseball Systems

Director – Baseball Systems

The Pirates Why
The Pittsburgh Pirates are a storied franchise in Major League Baseball who are reinventing themselves on every level. Boldly and relentlessly pursuing excellence by:

  • purposefully developing a player and people-centered culture;
  • deeply connecting with our fans, partners, and colleagues;
  • passionately creating lifetime memories for generations of families and friends; and
  • meaningfully impacting our communities and the game of baseball.

At the Pirates, we believe in the power of a diverse workforce and strive to create an inclusive culture centered in Passion, Innovation, Respect, Accountability, Teamwork, Empathy, and Service.

Job Summary
We are seeking a Director of Baseball Systems to lead and inspire a team of talented software and data engineers responsible for building and enhancing our internal baseball decision-making platform. This web-based system is a critical resource for players, coaches, analysts, and executives, driving people across the organization to make better decisions.

Responsibilities:

  1. Lead the development and evolution of our internal baseball systems, ensuring they are intuitive, reliable, and impactful.
  2. Lead a cloud data migration effort to build robust, reliable, and responsive data platforms.
  3. Build and maintain an effective product development process that fosters innovation, agility, and user-centered design.
  4. Manage and grow a team of software and data engineers with diverse expertise in front-end and back-end development, database management, cloud architecture, and system design.
  5. Collaborate closely with key stakeholders, including data scientists, analysts, coaches, and front-office personnel, to understand needs and align technological solutions with organizational goals.
  6. Drive technical strategy, ensuring the architecture and design decisions support scalability, performance, and future growth.
  7. Act as a champion for effective communication, collaboration, and knowledge sharing within the team and across departments.
  8. Maintain a focus on delivering features and improvements that directly support the team’s competitive edge.

Key Traits We’re Looking For:

  1. Baseball Curiosity and Knowledge: You have a deep interest in baseball and understand how data and technology can influence strategy, player performance, and game outcomes.
  2. Technical Mastery: You have demonstrated experience in more than one of the following:
    • Front-end technologies (React, Angular, or similar frameworks).
    • Back-end development (Node.js, Python, etc.).
    • Database design and management (SQL, NoSQL, etc.).
    • Cloud architecture (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
    • System design, UX/UI principles, and software lifecycle management.
  3. Leadership & Management: You have a proven track record of mentoring, inspiring, and empowering teams to do their best work.
  4. Process Management: You have established and maintained a robust, repeatable product development process that balances innovation with efficiency.
  5. Communication & Collaboration: You have translated complex technical concepts for non-technical audiences and foster strong relationships across departments.
  6. Vision & Strategic Planning: You have a demonstrated knack for thinking ahead and aligning short-term projects with long-term goals, driving forward-looking innovation.

Requirements:

  1. Authorized to work lawfully in the United States.
  2. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  3. Demonstrated experience building and supporting full-stack web applications, ideally in a sports or data-driven environment.
  4. A demonstrated passion for problem-solving, with a user-centered approach to product design.
  5. Demonstrated familiarity with Agile or similar development methodologies.

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

To Apply:
To apply, please follow this link.

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Job Posting: Philadelphia Phillies – Assistant, Player Development

Assistant, Player Development

Department: Player Development
Reports to: Assistant Director, Player Development & Coordinator, Player Development
Status: Full-Time Salary Non-Exempt

Position Overview:
The Philadelphia Phillies are seeking passionate and knowledgeable applicants who will work closely with the Assistant Director, PD and the Coordinator, PD as well as various stakeholders in the Player Development department. The position will be based out of Clearwater, FL. A strong candidate will provide a diverse perspective and administrative support to our PD group. This position will offer opportunities to contribute throughout the many facets of the PD department.

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare tools, reports and other resources to distribute information throughout PD
  • Knowledge of and competency with minor league transaction and contract processes using MLB’s online portal
  • Coordinate internal and MLB projects including but not limited to updating newly implemented MiLB Hub as well as overseeing various staff requests, surveys, lists and reporting
  • Assist in Minor League roster management, player moves logistics and communication throughout the PD system
  • Manage onboarding and offboarding procedures for PD players and staff
  • Manage communication, data and personnel platforms throughout PD for players and staff
  • Oversee distribution of minor league and winter ball game reports to organizational personnel
  • Serve as point person between player development front office and PHI major league social media team to promote our minor league system

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
  • Strong foundational baseball knowledge
  • Proficiency in Google Sheets and other Google Editors Suite tools
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Rigorous attention to detail
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and work as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with minor league transactions and rules
  • Previous experience working in a professional baseball environment
  • Familiarity with SQL and/or experience with other programming languages (e.g. R, Python)
  • Ability to communicate in Spanish

Interested applicants should submit both their resume and answers to the following questions (Please limit each response to 300 words):

  • Identify one pitcher and one position player in the Phillies system not ranked in the team’s MLB.com Top 30 Prospects List that you feel would be the next up to be added and why?
  • Describe a baseball-related problem or question that you’d be keen to solve. What interests you about this particular problem or question? How would you approach this?

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 class.

To Apply:
To apply, please follow this link.

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Job Posting: Boston Red Sox – Backend/API Engineer

Backend/API Engineer

Location: Boston, MA
Status: Full-Time / On-Site

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:
We are seeking a skilled and motivated API Engineer to join our dynamic Systems team. This is a brand-new role critical to our evolving architecture. You will be instrumental in designing, developing, and managing our API ecosystem, acting as the subject matter expert for our Hasura GraphQL engine and driving the development of our new serverless API layer using Azure Functions and Python. If you thrive on building efficient data access layers, designing scalable serverless solutions, and shaping API strategy, this is an exciting opportunity for you.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • GraphQL Subject Matter Expert (SME):
  • Act as the primary technical expert for our GraphQL engine deployment.
  • Define and evangelize best practices for GraphQL schema design, permissions, actions, and remote schemas within GraphQL Server.
  • Collaborate with development teams on integrating applications with GraphQL Server.
  • Azure Function API Development & Roadmap:
  • Lead the design, architecture, and development of new APIs using Azure Functions, primarily in Python, but occasionally running R in Docker, to handle high-compute tasks and serve complex data.
  • Implement robust error handling, logging, and monitoring for Azure Function APIs.
  • Integrate Azure Functions with various data sources (databases, other APIs, event streams) and internal systems.
  • General API Management:
  • Collaborate closely with front-end developers, data engineers, and SRE/DevOps to understand requirements and deliver effective API solutions.
  • Develop unit and integration tests for APIs to ensure reliability and correctness.
  • Monitor API performance and usage, identifying bottlenecks and implementing optimizations.

COMPETENCIES:

  • [3-5]+ years of professional experience in software development, with a strong focus on backend systems and API development.
  • Proven, hands-on experience designing, building, deploying, and maintaining APIs (RESTful required, GraphQL strongly preferred).
  • Strong proficiency in Python programming, including experience with relevant libraries for web frameworks/APIs (e.g., Flask, FastAPI) and data handling.
  • Demonstrable experience developing and deploying serverless applications using cloud platforms, specifically Microsoft Azure Functions.
  • Experience working with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, SQL Server) and understanding of data modeling concepts.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD concepts.
  • Solid understanding of API security principles (Authentication, Authorization, etc).
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
  • A passion for learning new technologies and a strong work ethic.
  • Experience with Agile development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure).

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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Job Posting: Prep Baseball – Data Engineer

Prep Baseball Data Engineer

About Prep Baseball
Prep Baseball has evolved into one of the country’s biggest and most respected independent scouting services, with a singular focus of providing comprehensive year-round coverage in every state we are in. The mission of Prep Baseball is to scout and promote amateur baseball and, ultimately, help athletes achieve their dreams of playing baseball at the next level. With more than 150 scouts, we have the largest baseball scouting infrastructure across all levels of amateur baseball in the country.

Prep Baseball is revolutionizing amateur baseball by providing athletes with unparalleled exposure through nationwide showcases, tournaments, and digital platforms. Our data-driven approach empowers players, coaches, and scouts with the insights needed to make informed decisions.

The Role: Data Engineer
As a Data Engineer (remote) on our Data Operations team, you’ll build and maintain the data infrastructure that powers Prep Baseball’s digital ecosystem. Your work will directly impact how performance metrics, game statistics, and scouting reports are collected, processed, and served to our applications—shaping the experience of athletes, coaches, and fans alike.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain data pipelines for ingesting and processing athlete performance metrics, game statistics, and scouting reports
  • Implement ETL processes to transform raw data into structured formats suitable for analysis and application consumption
  • Design and maintain APIs for seamless data access by internal and external stakeholders
  • Utilize streaming technologies for real-time data processing and analytics
  • Manage and optimize databases to ensure data integrity, performance, and scalability
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product, engineering, analytics) to deliver data solutions that meet business needs

Tech Stack

  • Languages: Python, Go
  • Cloud Platform: AWS (Lambda, S3, Glue, Kinesis, API Gateway, ECS)<
  • Databases: PostgreSQL, Amazon Athena, DynamoDB
  • Streaming & Analytics: AWS Kinesis
  • Data Transformation: AWS Glue, dbt
  • API Development: FastAPI (Python), Gin (Go)
  • Qualifications

    • 3 + years in data engineering or a related field
    • Proficiency in Python, SQL, and cloud-based data solutions
    • Strong analytical skills with the ability to troubleshoot and optimize data processes
    • Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset

    Nice to Have

    • Genuine passion for baseball and sports analytics
    • Hands-on experience with Trackman, Blast Motion, Statcast API, Rapsodo, or other baseball performance technologies
    • Background in event-driven architectures and serverless design

    How to apply:

    • Email a resume and cover letter to: mcgowan@prepbaseball.com
    • Subject line: First and Last Name – Data Engineering Application
    • We will be in touch with an exercise to complete

    The content in this posting was created and provided solely by Prep Baseball.


    Job Posting: Milwaukee Brewers – User Interface/Experience UI/UX

    Associate – Baseball Systems – User Interface/Experience UI/UX

    Location: Milwaukee, WI

    Position Summary:
    The Associate – Baseball Systems – UI/UX will work closely with the Software Engineering team within the Baseball Systems department. This position will be responsible for supporting the creation of intuitive, accessible, and visually appealing user experiences that enhance existing web and mobile technologies and creation of new tools.

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

    • Create wireframes, mockups, and prototypes for web and mobile applications.
    • Participate in user research activities (e.g., user interviews, surveys, usability testing).
    • Analyze user feedback and research to refine designs.

    The ideal candidate will be currently enrolled pursuing a bachelor’s degree (B. A.) in Computer Science, Human-Computer Interaction, Information Design, Digital/Graphic Design, or related field from four-year college or university; 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:

    • League wide medical insurance plan
    • 401(K) match and an additional annual contribution from the Club
    • Collaborative recognition program and incentives
    • Online educational platform for personal and professional development
    • Employee Resource Groups
    • Paid time off for volunteering
    • Year-round diversity, equity and inclusion training and development
    • 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:
    To apply, please follow this link

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    Job Posting: Tampa Bay Rays – Frontend Software Developer

    Frontend Software Developer

    Department: Baseball Systems
    Location: St. Petersburg, FL/Remote/Hybrid
    Reports to: Director, Baseball Systems Applications

    Description:
    The Tampa Bay Rays are looking for an experienced Frontend Developer to contribute to the development of analytics, scouting, and player development software. As part of Baseball Operations, our Baseball Systems team builds the tools that our players, coaches, analysts, scouts and front office personnel use to do their jobs and inform decisions. Our team consists of data engineers, backend developers, frontend developers, and coordinators. Moreover, every line of code we write — and feature we ship — helps contribute to our ability to stay competitive year after year.

    We are looking for someone who:

    • Has a minimum of 5 years’ experience on the frontend.
    • Possesses expert-level knowledge of JavaScript. (We use Stimulus for interactive elements, and Vue 3 for any SPA-type features)
    • Has a demonstrated eye for UI/UX and good design.
    • Prioritizes well-tested code to ensure reliability and maintainability.

    Preferred qualifications:

    • Strong experience with Three.js and / or D3.
    • Has backend experience. We use Ruby on Rails.
    • General baseball knowledge.

    What will you do each day?

    • Build new features or maintain existing features in our proprietary software application.
    • Identify and correct bugs quickly.
    • Document code and support procedures thoroughly.
    • Meet with Baseball Operations staff that have requested a new feature to gather requirements and help with feature planning.
    • Train non-technical users on new features or applications.
    • Work in an innovative and collaborative front office where your ideas will be heard and valued.

    Why work for the Rays?

    • A top-tier development environment with a company provided laptop, Github Enterprise, frictionless CI/CD, bug tracking, top project management and documentation software, and automated testing to minimize bugs to keep you focused on new features.
    • Opportunities to choose and work with new technology. We strongly 
      believe in choosing the right tool for the job even if it isn’t part of our 
      current stack.
    • Exceptional employee benefits and perks including, but not limited to:
      • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
      • 401(k) program
      • Volunteer opportunities
      • Access to lunch options within the office
      • Resources for mental and emotional wellness
    • You are a good teammate and like working with other driven and 
      caring teammates.
    • We embrace a wide range of experiences and perspectives, so please 
      apply if you’re passionate about the role, even if your background 
      looks a little different from what’s listed.

    Our interview process:

    1. A ~30-minute introductory phone call to discuss the position in more detail.
    2. A small take-home coding project. We don’t do coding tests or coding on a whiteboard.
    3. Two or three small panel interviews. In addition to covering technical skills, you will also meet other members of Baseball Operations you’d be collaborating with.

    All offers contingent on a satisfactory background check.

    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 class.

    Job Questions:

    1. In addition to your resume and cover letter, please describe your level of Javascript experience in 300 words or less.

    2. What are a few of your favorite data-intensive websites or apps that you admire for their usability?

    To Apply:
    To apply, please follow this link.

    The content in this posting was created and provided solely by the Tampa Bay Rays.


    Job Posting: Miami Marlins – Multiple Openings

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

    Senior Data Scientist
    Baseball Analyst


    Senior Data Scientist

    Location: Miami · FL

    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 Data Scientist in Baseball Research, you will be responsible for supporting the department in developing sophisticated statistical models, advancing our ability to forecast player performance, and translating insights into actionable recommendations for the Miami Marlins front office. This role involves prioritizing and executing research requests, creating innovative models, and collaborating with other departments across baseball operations. Strong statistical modeling skills, technical expertise, ability to communicate to technical and non-technical audiences, and a passion for baseball are essential for success in this position.

    Essential Functions

    • Construct advanced statistical models to support decision-making within Baseball Operations.
    • Convert key baseball (and physical) concepts into metrics, features, and insights for consumption by the Baseball Solutions and Baseball Research departments, as well as those outside of R&D.
    • Develop and maintain production pipelines for daily implementation of statistical models.
    • Collaborate with other analysts, engineers, and stakeholders to identify opportunities for improvement.
    • Manage and clean large datasets from various sources.
    • Provide actionable insights through detailed statistical analysis.
    • Assist with recruiting and evaluating applicants to join the Baseball Research team.
    • Provide mentorship and guidance to other analysts on the Baseball Research team.
    • Create and maintain documentation outlining departmental best practices.

    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 advanced modeling approaches (Bayesian methods, neural networks, time-series forecasting)
    • Experience with probabilistic programming languages (Stan, PyMC)
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
    • Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, and SQL.
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
    • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
    • Collaborative mindset and willingness to work in a team environment.
    • Willingness to relocate to Miami and commute to loanDepot Park.
    • Familiarity with public baseball research.
    • Experience with Git and cloud-based computing.
    • Demonstrated mentorship experience is preferred.

    Education & Experience Guidelines

    • Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Data Science, or a related quantitative field. Graduate degree is preferred.
    • 5+ years of experience in a data analysis role is preferred.
    • Note that education may be considered in lieu of experience and vice-versa.
    • Extensive experience in a baseball or sports-related environment is preferred.

    Work Environment

    •  Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
    • Occasional travel may be required.
    • Standard office working conditions with extended periods of sitting and working on a computer.

    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 class.

    Job Questions

    1. Provide a link to your favorite piece of baseball research. It can be a blog post, Twitter thread, peer-reviewed article, or anything else. Include a brief summary of your key takeaways, along with any improvements you would suggest or further research you would like to complete. Please limit your response to 200 words or less.

    To Apply:
    To apply, please follow this link.


    Baseball Analyst

    Location: Miami · FL

    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 Baseball Analyst in either Baseball Solutions or Baseball Research, you will be responsible for supporting the department in developing sophisticated statistical models, advancing our ability to forecast player performance, and translating insights into actionable recommendations for the Miami Marlins front office. These roles involve prioritizing and executing research requests, creating innovative models, and collaborating with other departments across baseball operations. Strong statistical modeling skills, technical expertise, ability to communicate to technical and non-technical audiences, and a passion for baseball are essential for success in these positions. Note that these are two separate positions, and applicants will automatically be considered for both positions.

    Essential Functions

    •  Construct advanced statistical models to support decision-making within Baseball Operations.
    •  Convert key baseball (and physical) concepts into metrics, features, and insights for consumption by the Baseball. 
    • Solutions and Baseball Research departments, as well as those outside of R&D.
    • Develop and maintain production pipelines for daily implementation of statistical models.
    • Collaborate with other analysts, engineers, and stakeholders to identify opportunities for improvement.
    • Manage and clean large datasets from various sources.
    • Provide actionable insights through detailed statistical analysis.
    • Assist with recruiting and evaluating applicants to join the Baseball Research team.
    • Create and maintain documentation outlining departmental best practices.

    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

    • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, and SQL.
    • Experience in advanced modeling approaches preferred (Bayesian methods, neural networks, time-series forecasting)
    • Experience with probabilistic programming languages preferred (Stan, PyMC)
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
    • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
    • Collaborative mindset and willingness to work in a team environment.
    • Willingness to relocate to Miami and commute to loanDepot Park.
    • Familiarity with public baseball research.
    • Experience with Git and cloud-based computing preferred.

    Education & Experience Guidelines

    • Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Data Science, or a related quantitative field. Graduate degree is preferred, or equivalent real-world experience
    • 0-2 years of experience in a data analysis role
    • Note that education may be considered in lieu of experience and vice-versa.
    • Experience in a baseball or sports-related environment is preferred.

    Work Environment

    • Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
    • Occasional travel may be required.
    • Standard office working conditions with extended periods of sitting and working on a computer.

    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 class.

    Job Questions:

    1. Provide a link to your favorite piece of baseball research. It can be a blog post, Twitter thread, peer-reviewed article, or anything else. Include a brief summary of your key takeaways, along with any improvements you would suggest or further research you would like to complete. Please limit your response to 200 words or less.

    To Apply:
    To apply, please follow this link.

    The content in this posting was created and provided solely by the Miami Marlins.


    Job Posting: Cleveland Guardians – Pro Acquisitions Analyst

    Pro Acquisitions Analyst

    Department: Baseball Operations
    Employee Type: Full Time
    FLSA: Exempt

    Primary Purpose
    The Cleveland Guardians Baseball Operations department is seeking analysts who are creative, curious, and collaborative teammates who enjoy tackling unique and challenging problems. The Pro Acquisitions Department is charged with preparing for acquisition opportunities through every avenue of professional player acquisition by leading in-depth player and market analysis and synthesizing information for organizational leadership. The Pro Acquisitions Analyst will collaborate with different stakeholders to drive continuous process improvements in player evaluations and valuations, new data streams, and player recommendations.

    Core Job Functions 
    Analysts are expected to work in a fast-paced, team environment and communicate effectively with various organizational stakeholders. The core responsibility is comprehensive player analysis to create accurate valuations, identify and fill information gaps, and synthesize information for organizational leaders. The bullets below are intended to capture major realms in which work might be focused, although the specifics might differ based on their interests, skillset, and the team’s needs.

    • Facilitate and conduct evidence-based player analysis in support of Pro Player Acquisitions using all available information streams.
    • Continually assess market conditions, team trends and acquisition opportunities across all acquisition avenues.
    • Build and maintain various high priority pref lists.
    • Communicate findings to key stakeholders in a clear, comprehensible manner.
    • Work collaboratively with Baseball Research & Development to uncover actionable insights across fundamental, strategic and valuation processes.
    • Work collaboratively with Baseball Systems to build and manage software products that directly drive our internal processes.
    • Facilitate and conduct analysis to support organizational strategic planning, particularly for key acquisition windows.
    • Provide player-specific valuations and transactional recommendations using organizational best practices and valuation frameworks.

    We know that historically marginalized groups – including people of color, women, people from working class backgrounds, and people who identify as LGBTQ – are less likely to apply unless and until they meet every requirement for a job. We encourage you to reach out if you have questions about the role or your qualifications. We are happy to help you feel ready to apply!

    Basic Requirements

    • Ability to craft and articulate a compelling message to others in both written and verbal form.
    • Collaborative and able to succeed in a team-oriented environment.
    • An ability to build and maintain relationships with a broad range of baseball operations employees, including but not limited to scouts, coaches, and front office members.
    • Willing to frequently work nights, weekends, and holidays—particularly during the season.
    • Expected relocation to Cleveland.

    Preferred Experience
    While we don’t expect any candidate to meet every requirement, we’re looking for either a breadth of experience or deep expertise in a particular area. We’re considering applicants with a wide variety of past experiences.

    • Demonstrated expertise in player analysis, valuation frameworks, and market behavior.
    • Working knowledge of cutting-edge, publicly available baseball research.
    • Demonstrated understanding of statistics and experience carrying out quantitative analysis.
    • Bachelor’s degree or prior professional experience.
    • Track record of and proficiency with relationship building in the baseball industry.
    • Demonstrated experience with a database language such as SQL and R.

    Organizational Requirements

    • Reads, speaks, comprehends, and communicates English effectively in all communications.
    • Represents the Cleveland Guardians in a positive fashion to all business partners and the general public.
    • Ability to develop and maintain successful working relationships with members of the Front Office.
    • Ability to act according to the organizational values and service excellence at all times.
    • Demonstrated commitment to working with diverse populations and contributing to an inclusive working environment.
    • Ability to walk, sit or stand for an entire shift.
    • Ability to work extended days and hours, including holidays and weekends.
    • Ability to move throughout all areas and levels of the Ballpark.
    • Ability to work in a diverse and changing environment.
    • Occasional physical activity such as lifting and carrying boxes up to 25 lbs.

    At the Cleveland Guardians, we are all about creating an inclusive 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 from historically underserved groups—like women and people of color—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.

    About Us
    In Baseball Operations, our shared goal is to identify and develop diverse players and front office teammates who contribute to our mission. By effectively and collaboratively working together, we create a family atmosphere that supports learning as we strive for excellence in everything we do. We believe that we will achieve our goals by making evidence-based decisions and creating environments that support our people and empower them to learn.

    To Apply:
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    Gerrit Cole Needs Tommy John Surgery After All

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    Expecting the worst only takes out so much of the sting when it happens. As if the baseball world needed any reminder, the Yankees announced on Monday evening that Gerrit Cole is bound for Tommy John surgery.

    This had seemed inevitable since Cole felt discomfort after leaving his start against the Twins on Thursday and went for an MRI. The Yankees and their ace received a second opinion from Dr. Neal ElAttrache, obviously hoping for something along the lines of “Oh wait, that other doctor was reading this upside-down, he’s fine.” What they got was an appointment for surgery on Tuesday in Los Angeles. Read the rest of this entry »


    Job Posting: The Boras Corporation – Baseball Research Analyst

    Baseball Research Analyst – Full-time

    Location: Newport Beach, CA

    Description:
    The Boras Corporation has an immediate opening for a creative, well-organized team player with a genuine interest in a career in baseball. You will be working in an office-based setting with others responsible for handling a variety of research, statistical and analytical needs. The ideal candidate will have personal experience in a team-sports environment combined with ability to present complex information in a visual presentation.

    Minimum qualifications:

    • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university (or sufficient relevant experience)
    • Prior baseball or team sports experience
    • Proficient in presentations, visual graphics, and Microsoft Excel
    • Outstanding communication, analytical, and organizational skills
    • Able to operate under short deadlines in a fast-paced environment
    • Salary Range: $68,700 to $80,000

    To apply:
    Please send an email with the subject “Open BC Position” to borascorpcandidate@gmail.com by the end of Sunday, March 16, 2025.

    Emails should include a PDF of your resume. Please, no cover letters. Additionally, the body of the email should contain the following, in this order:

    • Your full contact information
    • How you obtained this listing
    • Any details about athletic experience

    Emails that do not contain all of this information will not be considered.

    Thanks for your interest, and good luck!

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