Remote Esports Performance Coach — Mental & Tactical Growth

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Remote work

Home office stipend

Industry events

Equipment budget

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Esports Performance Coach to lead and evolve the athletic development of professional esports athletes and teams. The role focuses on strategic, tactical, and mental conditioning to drive peak performance across a fully remote environment.

You will design training programs, analyze gameplay, and deliver actionable insights while coordinating with staff to support holistic player growth and well-being in a fast-paced, global setting.

Qualifications

• 3+ years coaching or performance analysis in esports or related field.
• Deep understanding of competitive esports environments and game mechanics.
• Ability to analyze gameplay and provide actionable insights.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with remote coaching and collaboration tools.
• Knowledge of player psychology, motivation, and team dynamics.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to evolving team needs.
• Passion for esports and player development.
• Experience designing structured training programs.
• Flexible hours to accommodate global team schedules.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive performance coaching programs for esports athletes and teams.
• Analyze gameplay, identify strategic weaknesses, and provide constructive feedback and solutions.
• Develop effective communication and team cohesion strategies for competitive esports squads.
• Provide mental conditioning coaching, including focus, stress management, and resilience training.
• Conduct player assessments and create individualized development plans.
• Stay updated on trends, strategies, and meta-changes in esports titles.
• Educate players on optimal practice routines, time management, and healthy lifestyle habits.
• Collaborate with team managers, analysts, and other support staff for holistic athlete development.
• Facilitate VOD reviews and strategy sessions.
• Maintain detailed records of player and team performance and progress.
• Foster a positive, disciplined, results-oriented team culture.

Skills

Coaching

Performance analysis

Team leadership

Remote communication

Player psychology

Video analysis

Collaboration tools

Tools

Video analysis tools

Collaboration tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Esports Performance Coach to lead and evolve the athletic development of professional esports athletes and teams. The role focuses on strategic, tactical, and mental conditioning to drive peak performance across a fully remote environment.

You will design training programs, analyze gameplay, and deliver actionable insights while coordinating with staff to support holistic player growth and well-being in a fast-paced, global setting.