Baseball Strategy Analyst - In-Game & Player Growth

Pittsburgh Pirates

Pittsburgh (Allegheny County)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 120,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

The Pittsburgh Pirates are seeking an Analyst or Senior Analyst to join the Strategy team. You will work with Major League coaches to translate data into actionable plans, focusing on game preparation, in-game decisions, post-game reviews, and player development.

This role blends research, coding, and collaboration to advance on-field outcomes. You will leverage Python/R, SQL, and AI-driven tools to deliver insights, support daily competition, and help design modern pitching and hitting

Qualifications

Authorized to work in the United States.
Ability to synthesize complex information into actionable recommendations.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
Strong knowledge of modern baseball research and technologies.
Proficiency in Python or R and SQL; experience with AI/automation tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

Partner with Major League coaches to build relationships, understand decisions, and identify where analysis provides a competitive edge.
Translate observations from coaches, players, and data into testable ideas and pursue questions that inform decisions or improve performance.
Support daily competitive processes through game preparation, in-game strategy, post-game review, and player development while balancing short- and long-term projects.
Improve tools and processes by building analytical resources that fit staff workflows and improve accessibility of insights.
Collaborate across baseball operations with analysts, researchers, coaches, and performance staff to integrate perspectives and move projects forward.