Part-time NGS Data Quality Engineer

Summary

The NFL's Next Gen Stats team is seeking associates for its player tracking project to help with game data review and verification. Candidate will work closely with Next Gen Stats engineering team by assisting the team in reviewing all plays during live games in preseason and on Sundays during regular season, ensuring data is correct and making necessary changes when it is not. The ideal candidate for this position loves football and enjoys immersing themselves in data and finding insights. Candidates must be self-motivated and available on Sundays for the entirety of the season (Aug-Jan). NOTE: This is a remote position on Sundays only during the NFL season.

Essential Functions

• Review and verify data on all plays during live games
• Ensure all plays have data and video mapped properly
• Confirm player participation on a play-by-play basis
• Confirm all advanced statistics are created post play
• Make necessary changes to data when incorrect using in house developed web-based tools

Required Education and Experience

• Strong football knowledge
• Must be computer savvy (Chrome, Slack, Google Docs/Sheets, Zoom, etc.)
• Detail-oriented and reliable
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills

Preferred Education and Experience

• Hands on experience with data manipulation a plus

Other Key Attributes / Characteristics

• This is a remote position.
• Must work game days during preseason (Thu-Sun) and Sundays during regular season.
• Candidates must be available for all 18 Sundays during regular season.
• A reliable internet connection is required, everything else will be supplied.
• All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. No relocation or visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Terms / Expected Hours of Work

• 4-8 hours per Game Day