Remote Elite Sports Analytics Specialist

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work setup and support

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development

Access to cutting-edge tools

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly skilled Remote Elite Sports Analyst to analyze athlete performance, team tactics, and game statistics using advanced statistical methods and machine learning. You will translate data into actionable strategies for elite athletes and organizations worldwide.

The role requires strong modeling, visualization, and communication skills, with a track record in sports analytics. Enjoy a fully remote position with global collaboration and ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a quantitative field (Data Science, Statistics, Sports Science, Computer Science or Mathematics).
• Minimum 4 years of experience in sports analytics or a similar quantitative role.
• Proven expertise in statistical modeling, ML techniques, and predictive analytics.
• Proficiency in Python (with Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn) or R; strong data visualization skills.

Responsibilities

• Collect, process, and analyze large datasets on athlete performance, team tactics, and game stats.
• Develop and implement advanced analytical models to identify performance trends and predict outcomes.
• Create data visualizations and reports for coaches, athletes, and management.
• Collaborate with coaching and performance teams to integrate insights into training and game prep.
• Identify KPIs and establish benchmarks for success across sports.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in sports analytics and data science.
• Develop and maintain databases and data warehousing solutions for efficient data management.
• Contribute to the development of innovative analytical tools and methodologies.
• Present findings and recommendations effectively to diverse stakeholders.

Skills

Statistical modeling

Machine learning

Python

R

Data visualization

Tableau

Power BI

Matplotlib

Pandas

NumPy

Scikit-learn

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Data Science/Statistics/Sports Science/Computer Science/Mathematics

Tools

Python

R

Tableau

Power BI

Matplotlib

Pandas

NumPy

Scikit-learn

Job description

Placements24 seeks a highly skilled Remote Elite Sports Analyst to analyze athlete performance, team tactics, and game statistics using advanced statistical methods and machine learning. You will translate data into actionable strategies for elite athletes and organizations worldwide.

The role requires strong modeling, visualization, and communication skills, with a track record in sports analytics. Enjoy a fully remote position with global collaboration and ongoing professional development