Remote Sports Tech Visionary

Placements24

Mbombela (Nelspruit)

Hybrid

ZAR 1,313,000 - 1,969,000

Full time

37 hours ago

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Job summary

Placements24 is partnering with a cutting-edge sports technology company seeking a Remote Sports Technology Innovator to identify emerging tech, conceptualize digital solutions, and drive MVPs that enhance athlete performance and fan engagement from a home office.

You will collaborate with product, engineering and design teams to prototype new features, assess feasibility, and craft roadmaps while staying ahead of industry trends in AI, VR/AR, IoT and wearables.

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in technology development, product innovation, or R&D.
Strong understanding of software development lifecycles and agile methodologies.
Ability to conceptualize and bring new technology products to market.

Responsibilities

Research and identify emerging technologies and trends relevant to the sports industry (AI, VR/AR, IoT, wearables).
Conceptualize and prototype innovative digital solutions and applications for sports.
Collaborate with product development teams, engineers, and designers to bring new ideas to life.
Analyze user needs and market opportunities to define product roadmaps and features.
Develop proof-of-concepts and MVPs to test new technologies and ideas.
Evaluate the technical feasibility and business potential of new innovations.
Stay abreast of competitor activities and technological advancements in the sports tech space.
Prepare technical documentation, presentations, and reports on innovation initiatives.
Foster a culture of innovation within the organization through workshops and knowledge sharing.