Sports Data Quality Operators: Football
Summary
Manual quality assurance for football match data: reviewing play-by-play sequences, correcting errors, and tagging actions from video footage using internal tools to ensure accuracy for sports analytics and fan experiences.
By bringing together next-gen technology and the finest live data available, Genius Sports is enabling a new era of sports for fans worldwide, delivering experiences that are more immersive, interactive and personalised than ever before. Learn more at geniussports.com.
THE ROLE:
Perform: This role is part of Genius’ team that helps sports leagues and teams boost performance on and off the field using cutting-edge tech, analytics, and visual insights.
As a Sports Data Quality Operators: Football. You'll review and quality-check match data in non-live environments identifying and correcting play-by-play sequencing and data errors. You´ll analyse recorded match video, tag football actions and work with internal tools collaborating with supervisors on issues and improvements. This role is an entry-level position with a Service provider contract, remote in Colombia.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING:
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- Strong passion and knowledge of football. Experience playing or coaching at a competitive, amateur or semi-professional level.
- Excellent attention to detail with high accuracy and efficiency
- Good understanding of game rules, terminology, and match flow
- Ability to work independently in a remote setup
- Strong English communication and solid computer skills
- Good understanding of the current landscape and recent past of major professional soccer leagues.
- Availability of at least 20 hours a week
IT WILL BE A BONUS IF YOU KNOW:
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Hands-on experience with sports data entry, play-by-play QA, or tracking systems.
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Prior work in live operations, game supervision, or quality assurance.
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Comfort with basic reporting/dashboards (e.g., spreadsheets) to share findings and trends.
As well as a competitive salary and range of benefits, we’re committed to supporting employee wellbeing and helping you grow your skills, experience and career. Learn more about how rewarding life at Genius can be at Reward | Genius Sports.
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