Delivery Lead

A Bit About Us 

Genius Sports is the official data, technology and commercial partner that powers the global ecosystem connecting sports, betting and media. Our mission is to champion a more sustainable sports data ecosystem that benefits all parties - from the rights holder all the way through to the fan. We are the trusted partner to over 500 sports organisations globally, capturing the highest quality data for many of the world’s largest leagues and federations such as the NFL, NBA, MLB, English Premier League, Serie A, FIBA and the NCAA. From enabling leagues to take control of their official data, to creating immersive fan experiences for sports, betting and media organisations, we are driven to the deliver the difference for our partners. 

 What We Do 

• Sportstech - Data capture, management and analysis tools that help leagues run their sport, unlock new revenue streams, and protect the integrity of their competitions. 

• Video - Fully automated streaming technology, production and distribution services that help showcase sports to the world.   

• Sportsbook - Everything a sportsbook operator needs to manager their operation and grow profits – all powered by the finest live sports data available.   

• Media & Engagement - We help brands and publishers engage and monetise sports fans with personalised campaigns and content they will love.  

The Role 

The Delivery Lead will manage a team of cross-functional specialists (Software Engineers, QA Tester, DevOps Engineer, Product Owner) working together to deliver on quarterly objectives. The Delivery Lead organises the team’s work and ensures that the team members have the right information, working environment & support to do their jobs effectively. When time permits or the situation requires, the Delivery Lead is expected to take a hands-on approach in helping their team to deliver, however, the primary focus is always to ensure the team members can do their jobs. This role doesn’t require a previous experience as software engineer. Candidates from other disciplines (QA, PO, PM, DevOps, UX) are welcome as well.

• Providing a collaborative environment for individual contributors to thrive in
• Resolving impediments 
• Escalating risks that need to be looked at & mitigated 
• Promoting a culture of maximising value 
• The direct line management of your team members (coaching, development, goal setting, 1:1s, performance reviews, pay reviews etc.)

• Team leading - the ability to motivate, develop, support and oversee your team as they work
• Team management - the ability to identify the best individuals for the job while building a collaborative and safe working environment for your team
• Delivery management - the ability to work across multiple projects to ensure their successful delivery
• Innovation & forward thinking - the ability to plan for the future, while using the skills and knowledge of the team to deliver solutions to the best of their ability.
• Problem Solving - the ability to identify problems, evaluate the causes, and then analyse & implement the best possible solution
• Time management - the ability to manage your own time and that of your teams
• Communication - the ability to effectively communicate with both your team and those outside of it
• Delegation - at this level you must have the ability to delegate tasks to your team and trust they will deliver

We Offer

In Genius Sports you will be working in a supportive, multinational and passionate team. We ensure an environment to learn and strive for your professional growth with a generous training budget and 10% of the time that can be allocated to your self-development.

Beside professional growth, we support you with sports and health compensation to maintain the work-life balance. Not to mention our fun office and team events throughout the year.

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, we are currently using virtual hiring processes in some locations, so that we can continue hiring great people whilst being mindful of the health of everyone involved in the recruitment process. Please therefore be aware that, among other things, interviews may take place by phone or video, and some new hires may need to be onboarded remotely (e.g. where access to office space is currently restricted). Our Talent Acquisition team will be able to advise of arrangements in relation to specific roles, so please reach out to them with any questions.

Genius Sports Group is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We recognize and celebrate the benefits that a diverse and inclusive workforce bring to our business, our customers and our staff. We welcome and will consider all applications regardless of age, disability, gender re-assignment, marriage, pregnancy, maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation (and any other status protected by applicable law)