Remote Sports Analytics & Performance Lead

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybride; ZAR 600 000 - 1 000 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Fully remote

Flexible hours

Professional development

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical and technically skilled Remote Sports Analyst & Performance Specialist. The role focuses on data-driven insights to enhance athletic performance, with remote work from Richards Bay or any approved location globally.

You will translate complex data into actionable intelligence, support strategy, and collaborate with diverse teams. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in sports analytics, proficiency in Python, R, SQL, and data visualization tools, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in data science, statistics, sports science, kinesiology, computer science, or related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in sports analytics, performance analysis, or similar role, preferably in professional/high-level amateur sports.
• Proficiency in Python (Pandas, NumPy), R, SQL; experience with data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI; familiarity with Matplotlib.

Responsabilités

• Collect, analyze, and interpret performance data from sources such as game footage, wearables, and databases.
• Develop predictive models and performance metrics to identify trends and weaknesses.
• Prepare scouting reports and strategic assessments for opponents and recruits.
• Create visualizations and presentations of data insights for coaches and management.
• Collaborate remotely with coaching staff to develop training programs and game strategies.
• Stay updated on analytics methods and data technologies relevant to sports performance.
• Provide real-time data support during events as needed.
• Contribute to data collection and analysis tool development and data integrity.

Connaissances

Python

R

SQL

Tableau

Power BI

Formation

Bachelor's or Master's in data science, statistics or related quantitative field

Outils

Hudl

Sportscode

Description du poste

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical and technically skilled Remote Sports Analyst & Performance Specialist. The role focuses on data-driven insights to enhance athletic performance, with remote work from Richards Bay or any approved location globally.

You will translate complex data into actionable intelligence, support strategy, and collaborate with diverse teams. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in sports analytics, proficiency in Python, R, SQL, and data visualization tools, and