Data Scientist

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Desired Start Date: August 2026

Location: Both hybrid and remote opportunities with travel for business/project needs

About STATSports:

What if the product you helped to build next week was worn by an elite athlete the week after?

At STATSports, that could be your reality.

Since 2007, we’ve grown from a small Irish start-up into the global leader in GPS performance tracking, trusted by the world’s biggest clubs, leagues, and athletes. Our technology sits at the intersection of hardware, software, and sport, helping teams optimise performance, reduce injury risk, and unlock insights that were previously impossible.

But just as importantly, our products support the next generation of athletes, from academies to grassroots, giving them access to the same performance tools as the pros.

Innovation has always driven us forward, and it’s our people who make that happen.

The opportunity:

This role is ideal for a candidate who has experience developing and deploying machine learning solutions in production environments and enjoys transforming complex datasets into impactful products. You will play a key role in shaping how we leverage data from our GPS and IMU technologies, delivering insights and capabilities that directly influence athlete performance and decision-making.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Developing and deploying machine learning and artificial intelligence solutions using data from our GPS and IMU sensor technologies
• Designing, building, and maintaining ETL workflows to support data ingestion, transformation, and analysis at scale
• Analysing large Electronic Player Tracking System (EPTS) datasets to identify trends, patterns, and actionable insights
• Conducting experiments and validating models to ensure they meet performance and quality standards
• Monitoring, evaluating, and refining models to improve accuracy, reliability, and efficiency over time
• Collaborating with software engineers, product owners, and stakeholders to integrate data-driven solutions into our products
• Staying current with advancements in data science, machine learning, AI, and related technologies to drive innovation across the business

What We Are Looking For:

• Degree or equivalent experience in Data Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field
• Strong proficiency in Python
• Experience working with relational databases and technologies such as SQL and MySQL
  
• Familiarity with ETL processes and data pipeline development
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience working with large and complex datasets
• Experience in retrieving, analysing, and visualising data from cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams

Nice to Have (But Not Essential):

• Experience using data visualisation tools such as Tableau or Power BI
• Experience working with sports performance data or Electronic Player Tracking Systems (EPTS)
• Familiarity with modern machine learning operations (MLOps) practices
• Knowledge of time-series analysis, sensor data processing, or predictive analytics

What's In It for You:

• A hands-on role where your work directly influences products used in elite sport
  
• Exposure to the full software lifecycle, from data ingestion and experimentation through to production deployment
• Collaboration with engineers, product owners, and data specialists in a supportive, high-performance team
• The chance to see your work applied to real-world athlete performance and decision-making

Equal opportunity employer:

STATSports is an equal opportunity employer. If you feel you would be a great addition to the team and are excited by the prospect of forging an impactful career with us, we would love to hear from you. We would particularly welcome applications from women and underrepresented groups.  
 
No one wins unless everyone wins!  
 
We believe that diverse teams have the greatest impact, so we really care about creating a diverse and inclusive environment. At STATSports, no one wins unless everyone wins, so we’re focused on creating a team where everyone feels they belong. We welcome people from all backgrounds, with different perspectives, ideas and experiences to work with us. If you do, you'll be joining an environment where everyone has an equal opportunity to share their opinion, showcase their skills, develop their career and be part of a caring and inclusive team.

Why STATSports:

We’re still a small business that happens to be the world leader in our field, which means you can be a part of something big. Working at STATSports, you’ll have a real impact and see directly how the day-to-day work you do makes a difference in sport at the elite level.

You’ll collaborate with a world-class team and be given the freedom to innovate, create and deliver at the highest level. If this excited you, then we would love to hear from you!