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Data Scientist (Football Club)

Singular Recruitment
London
1 week ago
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Overview

Data Scientist role at Singular Recruitment in London, England, United Kingdom. This position offers a unique opportunity to combine technical challenges with creativity in a collaborative, high-standard work environment. You’ll have the chance to work with and collaborate with some of the most well-known footballers in the industry.

This role offers significant opportunities for professional growth within sports analytics and the potential to impact sports performance through advanced technology.

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Key responsibilities
  • Collect, clean, and process football-related data from various sources.
  • Develop and implement statistical models and algorithms to analyze player performance and match outcomes.
  • Create detailed reports and visualizations to communicate insights and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with football analysts, coaches, and other stakeholders to understand their needs and provide actionable insights.
  • Stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in sports analytics and data science.
What you’ll bring
  • 3+ years industry experience in a Data Science role and a strong academic background
  • Python Data Science Stack: Advanced proficiency in Python, including Pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn, and Jupyter Notebooks.
  • Statistical & ML Modelling: Strong foundation in statistical analysis and experience applying machine learning techniques (e.g., regression, classification, clustering, time-series forecasting). Practical experience with Keras or PyTorch is required.
  • Full-Stack Deployment: Experience taking models to production, including building and deploying APIs.
  • Visualization & Communication: Ability to create clear visualizations and effectively communicate technical findings to non-technical stakeholders.
Highly desirable skills
  • Football Analytics Domain: Experience with football datasets (event, tracking, etc.) and visualization libraries like mplsoccer.
  • Advanced MLOps & Modelling: Experience with Vertex AI lifecycle (especially Pipelines) and modelling techniques relevant to football (e.g., player valuation, tactical analysis).
  • Bayesian Modelling: Experience with probabilistic programming (e.g., PyMC).
  • Stakeholder Management: Proven success working directly with business stakeholders to define and deliver impactful solutions.
What They Offer
  • Work that impacts elite football performance and club-wide success
  • Access to real-world sports data and performance analytics
  • Flexible working options (hybrid/remote depending on role)
  • Opportunity to grow with a digital-first team inside a world-renowned club
Seniority level
  • Mid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Full-time
Job function
  • Software Development

London, England, United Kingdom


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