Senior Backend Engineer (Python / AWS / Kubernetes)

We succeeded thanks to a team of amazing people. They spend their days collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data from a wide range of live sporting events. If you combine this real-time data with our 40-year-old archives, elite journalists, camera operators, copywriters, the latest in AI wizardry, and a host of 'behind the scenes' support staff, you've got all the ingredients to make it a magical experience!

Responsibilities:

• Design, build, and maintain core backend systems for the Opta Vision platform.
• Own and evolve the platform’s infrastructure (Python, AWS, Kubernetes).
• Support smooth, scalable integration of CV/ML data pipelines.
• Drive architectural decisions and improve development workflows across squads.
• Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to identify, shape and deliver technical solutions.
• Help elevate the overall engineering culture through mentorship and code reviews.

Required Qualifications:

• Proven experience building and maintaining scalable backend systems in Python.
• Strong hands-on experience with AWS, Kubernetes and infrastructure automation.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of large technical areas.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with distributed squads.
• Experience working in cross-functional teams and collaborating with ML or data experts.

Desired Qualifications:

• Understanding of Machine Learning or Computer Vision workflows.
• Interest in football or experience working with sports data.