Data Scientist, Kitman Labs

• 3–5 years of industry experience in a data science role, preferably in a research and development capacity in a software company
• Strong programming skills, with experience in Python is essential. Your code should be clean, organised, and easy to read
• Experience building models and developing data and analytical pipelines to solve real-world problems
• Solid understanding of machine learning/statistical theory, with practical experience applying a range of techniques
• Familiarity with deploying models in production environments
• Strong communication skills – the ability to explain complex data science concepts to non-technical stakeholders and influence decision making through your work
• Ability to work with internal and external teams to iteratively arrive at solutions that fit their needs
• Bachelor’s/Master’s in Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Sports Science, or a related field

Desirable

• We're looking for a data-savvy team player to help us build and evolve our Intelligence Platform. You’ll be working closely with our Engineering, Product, and Performance Science teams to develop practical solutions to some of sport's greatest data challenges, as well as conducting R&D to produce new and highly innovative product features
• Develop and operationalise analytics concepts, bringing them from research to product in collaboration with our Engineering, Product, and Performance teams
• Be a key contributor in making data science a game changer in elite sport and the defence sector, working with teams internally and with our clients to refine how analytics impact performance, as well as tackling unique data science challenges faced by our clients
• Expand and improve our Intelligence Platform, creating impactful models that inform player development, talent identification, and team performance, while also contributing to R&D efforts for new, cutting-edge product features
• Build pipelines and models that integrate seamlessly with our existing infrastructure
• Contribute to the development of performance dashboards, in-depth reports, and data-driven insights that aid coaches, medical staff, and performance departments, and support clients in addressing unique analytical challenges
• Present your work frequently, both internally and to clients, ensuring insights are communicated clearly and effectively