Overview

Stats Perform is the market leader in sports tech.  We provide the most trusted sports data to some of the world's biggest organizations, across sports, media, and broadcasting.  

Through the latest AI technologies and machine learning, we combine decades' worth of data with the latest in-game happenings. We then offer coaches, teams, professional bodies, and media channels around the world, access to the very best data, content, and insights.  In turn, improving how sports fans interact with their favourite sports teams and competitions.

How do we add value?

• Media outlets add a little magic to their coverage with our stats and graphics packages.

• Sportsbooks can offer better predictions and more accurate odds.

• The world's top coaches are known to use our data to make critical team decisions.

• Sports commentators can engage with fans on a deeper level, using our stories and insights.

Anywhere you find sport, Stats Perform is there.  However, data and tech are only half of the package. We need great people to fuel the engine.

We succeeded thanks to a team of amazing people. They spend their days collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data from a wide range of live sporting events. If you combine this real-time data with our 40-year-old archives, elite journalists, camera operators, copywriters, the latest in AI wizardry, and a host of 'behind the scenes' support staff, you've got all the ingredients to make it a magical experience!

Responsibilities:

• Work on production-grade projects combining Python, AI tooling, and automation, especially in QA engineering and sports technology.

• Use AI coding assistants (LLMs, copilots, prompt workflows) as a daily development tool, not as a shortcut, but as a force multiplier.

• Translate specifications, requirements, and acceptance criteria into reliable, testable, automated solutions.

• Participate in AI-driven prototyping, experimentation, and rapid iteration while maintaining precision and traceability.

• Collaborate with global, cross-functional teams to build solutions used in real sports workflows.

• Contribute to AI-enabled use cases such as:

• Actively participate in technical discussions, design reviews, and problem-solving sessions, bringing curiosity, structure, and creative thinking.

Required Qualifications:

• Strong Python programming fundamentals.

• A genuine enthusiasm for AI-assisted development and modern engineering workflows.

• Interest in prompt engineering, vibe coding, and AI-augmented problem solving.

• A detail-driven mindset-you care about correctness, edge cases, and clear definitions.

• Comfort working from specifications, requirements, and structured tasks.

• Passion for sports including playing, watching, analyzing, or building systems around them.

• Fast learner who enjoys mastering new tools, frameworks, and concepts.

• Clear communicator and collaborative team player, comfortable in global teams.

Desired Qualifications:

• Familiar with applying AI/ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow) and MCP (Model Context Protocol) in practical use cases

• Familiar with Agentic AI design patterns for goal-driven systems

• Familiar with AWS, Argo CD for CI/CD pipelines, and Microservices Architecture (MSA)

• Built side projects involving sports data, player tracking, computer vision, or match insights.

• Used Git, APIs, or QA tooling in your previous work or personal projects.

• Knowledge of data visualization or event recognition in sports.

Why work at Stats Perform?

We love sports, but we love diverse thinking more!

We know that diversity brings creativity, so we invite people from all backgrounds to join us.  At Stats Perform you can make a difference, by using your skills and experience every day, you'll feel valued and respected for your contribution.  

We take care of our colleagues

We like happy and healthy colleagues. You will benefit from things like Mental Health Days Off, ‘No Meeting Fridays,’ and flexible working schedules.

We pull together to build a better workplace and world for all.

We encourage employees to take part in charitable activities, utilize their 2 days of Volunteering Time Off, support our environmental efforts, and be actively involved in Employee Resource Groups.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Stats Perform

By joining Stats Perform, you'll be part of a team that celebrates diversity. A team that is dedicated to creating an inclusive atmosphere where everyone feels valued and welcome. All employees are collectively responsible for developing and maintaining an inclusive environment. That is why our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion goals underpin our core values.

With increased diversity comes increased innovation and creativity. Ensuring we're best placed to serve our clients and communities. Stats Perform is committed to seeking diversity, equity, and inclusion in all we do.