SumerSports

Sr. Football Data Scientist

Remote (United States) · Senior

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 448 days ago

PythonGitDatabricksMachine LearningSparkData AnalysisData ScienceStatisticsCollaboration

About the role

SumerSports is a leading football intelligence technology company that specializes in providing an innovative suite of products for football fans and NFL clubs.
What sets us apart is our unique blend of big tech talent, data scientists, and former NFL personnel, who have a combined 600+ years of NFL experience.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate both strong technical skills and a proactive mindset, capable of independently taking projects from concept to deployment.

Build and implement analytical football models, providing valuable insights to enhance our football analytics offerings.
Work closely with other data scientists, analysts, and stakeholders to understand their needs and deliver high-quality analytical solutions.

Advanced degree (Masters or PhD) in a quantitative discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
4+ years of experience in data science, preferably in a sports analytics environment. (level commensurate with experience)

Proficiency in Python and experience with Databricks.
Strong programming skills in Python, including experience deploying models beyond exploratory notebooks.
Documented experience in football analytics, demonstrated through industry experience, public content, or significant independent projects.
Solid foundation in statistical modeling and machine learning methodologies.
Proven ability to independently identify and resolve data-related challenges in real-world datasets.
Our data-driven platform empowers teams with insights and tools to make informed decisions within salary cap constraints.
The platform also serves the NCAA, offering insights around the transfer portal and more.

This listing is sourced directly from SumerSports's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.