SVP of AI and Computer Vision

Stats Perform
London, United Kingdom
3 months ago
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Stats Perform is the market leader in sports tech. We provide the most trusted sports data to some of the world's biggest organizations, across sports, media, and broadcasting.

Through the latest AI technologies and machine learning, we combine decades' worth of data with the latest in-game happenings. We then offer coaches, teams, professional bodies, and media channels around the world, access to the very best data, content, and insights. In turn, improving how sports fans interact with their favorite sports teams and competitions.

How do we add value?

  • Media outlets add a little magic to their coverage with our stats and graphics packages.
  • Sportsbooks can offer better predictions and more accurate odds.
  • The world's top coaches are known to use our data to make critical team decisions.
  • Sports commentators can engage with fans on a deeper level, using our stories and insights.

Anywhere you find sport, Stats Perform is there. However, data and tech are only half of the package. We need great people to fuel the engine.

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!

We are seeking a visionary Vice President of AI & Computer Vision to lead the design, development, and deployment of next-generation Sports AI Platforms. This executive will oversee the strategy and build-out of advanced computer vision (CV) and machine learning (ML) solutions that power real-time sports data collection, athlete tracking, video analysis, and fan engagement products.

The SVP will partner cross-functionally across product, engineering, operations, and commercial teams, building a highly scalable AI/CV stack on Amazon Web Services (AWS) infrastructure. This leader will be accountable for technical excellence, innovation velocity, and building a world-class engineering culture around data, models, and applied ML.

Responsibilities:

  • Define and execute the company's AI and CV strategy for automated sports data collection, video intelligence, and platform scalability.
  • Lead the design and build of cloud-based AI pipelines utilizing AWS tools such as SageMaker, Rekognition, Bedrock, Kinesis Video Streams, and Lambda.
  • Oversee teams developing real-time CV models for player/object tracking, ball trajectory, skeletal keypoints, and broadcast automation.
  • Build AI/ML platforms that optimize latency, model accuracy, and computational efficiency under live sports conditions.
  • Partner with product leaders to translate technology capabilities into new B2B sports data monetization opportunities.
  • Drive best-in-class data quality frameworks, leveraging annotation pipelines, synthetic data generation, and MLOps governance.
  • Recruit, develop, and retain top CV/ML scientists, data engineers, and platform architects.
  • Collaborate with clients, federations, and ecosystem partners on adoption of automated data capture solutions.

Required Qualifications:

  • 15+ years of leadership experience in AI/ML, with at least 7+ years leading CV-centric platforms at scale.
  • Proven experience scaling cloud-native architectures on AWS, including real-time ingestion, training, deployment, and monitoring of ML models.
  • Deep expertise in computer vision methods (detection, tracking, segmentation, multimodal models).
  • Strong command of ML Ops frameworks (SageMaker, Kubeflow, MLFlow, Ray) and modern data pipelines.
  • Background working in sports technology, broadcast, or real-time tracking systems preferred.
  • Track record of leading large-scale technical organizations (50+ engineers/scientists).
  • Strong P&L understanding and ability to align AI investments with business growth objectives.

Desired traits:

  • Visionary yet execution-focused leader.
  • Comfortable operating in fast-growth, high-stakes sports/media environments.
  • Exceptional communicator and executive stakeholder manager.
  • Passion for sports, technology, and transforming live experiences through AI

Why work at Stats Perform?

We love sports, but we love diverse thinking more!

We know that diversity brings creativity, so we invite people from all backgrounds to join us. At Stats Perform you can make a difference, by using your skills and experience every day, you'll feel valued and respected for your contribution.

We take care of our colleagues

We like happy and healthy colleagues. You will benefit from things like Mental Health Days Off, 'No Meeting Fridays,' and flexible working schedules.

We pull together to build a better workplace and world for all.

We encourage employees to take part in charitable activities, utilize their 2 days of Volunteering Time Off, support our environmental efforts, and be actively involved in Employee Resource Groups.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Stats Perform

By joining Stats Perform, you'll be part of a team that celebrates diversity. A team that is dedicated to creating an inclusive atmosphere where everyone feels valued and welcome. All employees are collectively responsible for developing and maintaining an inclusive environment. That is why our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion goals underpin our core values.

With increased diversity comes increased innovation and creativity. Ensuring we're best placed to serve our clients and communities. Stats Perform is committed to seeking diversity, equity, and inclusion in all we do.

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