Senior Software Engineer, Rust

Second Spectrum, a Sports Emmy-winning data & tech company acquired by Genius Sports, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Rust for their New York City office. This role involves building low-latency, reusable data pipelines that deliver AI-driven insights from tracking and pose data, powering personalized live augmented sports streams. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of industry experience, expertise in Rust, and a strong background in architecting and optimizing low-latency, real-time systems.

Key responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams, developing performant code for cloud-based and on-premise environments, designing scalable autonomous systems, and leading the creation of tools that enhance developer productivity. The role requires strong technical leadership, communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Second Spectrum offers a dynamic and innovative work environment, emphasizing opportunities for growth and impact. The company works with major professional sports leagues and teams, pushing the boundaries of deep tech in areas such as machine learning, computer vision, and augmented reality.

Benefits include a competitive salary range of $165,000 – $250,000, potential for equity/bonus, medical and dental benefits, 401k match, and various soft benefits like social events, team building activities, and wellbeing initiatives. The position is based in the newly opened global center in midtown Manhattan, with a hybrid work model requiring a minimum of 3 days per week in the office.

Join Second Spectrum to be part of a multicultural team transforming the way sports are played, coached, and experienced through cutting-edge technology.