Remote Sports Performance Analyst

Placements24

Gauteng

Hybrid

ZAR 600,000 - 900,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work

Professional development

Analytics software access

Work with elite athletes

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Performance Analyst to join a fully remote team. You will analyze athlete data, build visualizations, and drive data-driven decisions that boost performance across sports.

The role emphasizes collaboration with coaches and athletes from diverse locations and requires strong quantitative skills and sports knowledge. Remote work offers flexibility and access to advanced analytics tools while contributing to high-level athletic development and strategic

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Data Science, Sports Science, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
Proven experience as a Performance Analyst or Data Scientist, preferably within the sports industry.
Proficiency in data analysis software (e.g., Python, R, SQL) and visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
Strong understanding of various sports and the factors influencing performance.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

Collect, clean, and analyze large datasets related to athlete performance, training, and competition.
Develop and implement data visualization techniques to present findings clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
Identify KPIs and trends to provide strategic recommendations.
Utilize statistical modeling and machine learning to predict performance outcomes and identify areas for improvement.
Collaborate virtually with coaching staff and athletes to integrate data insights into training and game plans.
Stay abreast of the latest advancements in sports science, data analytics, and performance metrics.