Remote Software Engineer Intern, Basketball Analytics

Oklahoma City Thunder; Oklahoma City (OK); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oklahoma City Thunder is seeking a Software Engineer Intern in Basketball Operations. This remote paid internship reports into the Insight & Foresight pillar and supports data-driven decision making to optimize talent and performance.

You will work with engineers to build tools, analyze data, and collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to drive strategic outcomes. This internship offers hands-on experience with real-world basketball analytics and tech teams.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a college pursuing a CS-related degree.
• Strong analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills.
• Some experience with Python, JavaScript, and SQL.
• Experience in front-end or back-end development, data engineering, DB administration, or cloud services.
• Experience handling confidential information.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain data systems and applications related to team and player performance.
• Collaborate with engineers to develop real-time, data-driven decision tools.
• Support data analytics, player evaluation, and physical research efforts.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Python

JavaScript

SQL

Data engineering

Cloud services

Communication

Data confidentiality

Education

Pursuing CS degree

Tools

SQL databases

Cloud services

Job description

The Oklahoma City Thunder is seeking a Software Engineer Intern in Basketball Operations. This remote paid internship reports into the Insight & Foresight pillar and supports data-driven decision making to optimize talent and performance.

You will work with engineers to build tools, analyze data, and collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to drive strategic outcomes. This internship offers hands-on experience with real-world basketball analytics and tech teams.