Kitman Labs, a leading performance intelligence company in the sports industry, is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to spearhead the evolution of their reporting and analytics platform. The role involves rearchitecting their existing system to handle massive datasets of up to 300 million data points per customer.
The company's Intelligence Platform (iP) is trusted by over 2000 teams across 50 leagues globally, including major organizations like the NFL, Premier League, and MLS. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of sports analytics and cutting-edge technology.
As a Senior Backend Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing scalable data pipelines, implementing pre-calculation strategies, and enabling dynamic custom reporting capabilities. The role requires both technical expertise and strategic vision, combining hands-on engineering with architectural leadership.
The ideal candidate will have strong experience with data-intensive systems, backend development (preferably in Ruby), and ETL pipelines. Knowledge of time-series databases, business intelligence tools, and AWS services is highly valued. The position offers competitive compensation, including equity, comprehensive health benefits, and flexible working arrangements.
Working at Kitman Labs means joining a diverse, innovative team dedicated to transforming sports performance analysis. The company offers a modern work environment with the option to work remotely or from their Dublin office in the CHQ Building, centrally located near major transportation hubs and urban amenities.
This role presents an excellent opportunity for a senior engineer looking to make a significant impact in the sports technology sector while working with cutting-edge data processing and analytics technologies. The position combines technical challenges with the excitement of supporting world-class athletes and teams.