Charlotte Hornets Quantitative Analyst / Systems Developer

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Basketball Operations Quantitative Analyst / Systems Developer - Charlotte Hornets (Charlotte, NC)

Position overview
The Charlotte Hornets are looking to hire Analysts and/or Software Developers to build and improve on existing technological solutions for the front office and coaching staff. The primary focus will be on creating mobile and web-based software solutions for use in player evaluation, salary cap analysis, and game strategy. As a part of the Basketball Operations Department, developers will work with the Analytics team in support of the General Manager, coaching staff, and scouting department. Experience in the sports industry is not required, but applicants must be passionate about basketball.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Develop tools that streamline the decision-making process for the front office and coaching staff
• Advanced statistical modelling and analysis
• Improve existing technological solutions and practices
• Manipulate and analyze large data sets
• Assist in database maintenance and data cleansing
• Support basketball operations in day-to-day tasks

REQUIRED SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND ABILITIES
(To perform the job successfully, the candidate should demonstrate the following competencies to perform the essential functions of this job.)
• Strong programming background
• Database proficiency (SQL)
• Experience working with large datasets
• Familiarity with advanced statistical techniques
• Significant experience with statistical software packages
• Data visualization experience is a plus
• Experience with algorithmic efficiency is a plus

Education
• Bachelor’s degree (advanced degree is a plus) in a technical field from an accredited college or university