A bit about us:

Do you want to join one of the world's fastest growing sports technology companies? Genius Sports is at the epicentre of the global network connecting sports, brands and fans through official live data. Our mission is simple. We champion a more sustainable sports data ecosystem that benefits all parties.
We're looking for enthusiastic and ambitious people to join our talented team.
If you see yourself becoming part of a global family building the future of sports entertainment together, then come and grow with us. We put trust in our people to deliver the difference for our clients around the world. It's why many of the world's largest leagues & federations such as the NFL, English Premier League, FIBA and NCAA choose to work with Genius Sports

The Role:

The Genius Sports Data Engineering Team is looking for a smart, talented, and experienced Engineering Manager to lead a team of engineers responsible for modernizing our data distribution pipeline in support of our sports data, betting, broadcast, and fan engagement offerings.
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of data management and distribution best practices and deep expertise in real-time streaming of high-volume transactions across various domains. They will be well versed in modern methods for low-latency data ingress and data distribution at scale. They will have experience in database design/architecture particularly working in highly distributed/cloud-based environments.
Additionally, he or she will have a track record of building high-performing engineering teams and a passion for developing a team culture of innovation and quality to solve for unique complex problems.
This role is based in our office in Medellin, Colombia. Located in the country's tech hub Medellin, we have a team of 400 working in delivery and technology, computer vision, sportsbook trading, live data capture and client services.
Job Responsibilities
Specific responsibilities for the Engineering Manager, Data Distribution and his/her team include the following:

Build, Maintain, and Evolve our Data Distribution Pipeline

Leadership

Position Requirements
Required Skills

• Experience in designing, developing and managing Graph QL APIs with Graph QL Federation architecture and API layers for data consumptions and distribution
• Experience with data modelling and optimization of data structures based on consumption patterns
• Experience with Big Data and deep familiarity with high volume web services/APIs
• Expertise in real-time data streaming systems, ideally from a high transaction volume industry (e.g., financial/banking, online services, retail, etc.) using low-latency stream-processing technologies such as Kafka, Flink or Pulsar
• Experience with SQL and No SQL databases. Excellent knowledge of performance tuning
• Experience with conceptualization, design and assistance in the implementation of new and existing systems, data processing, distribution and production architectures

What's in it for you?
As well as a competitive salary and annual leave allowance, our benefits include health insurance, skills training and much more, depending on the location. We also offer a host of softer benefits, including many social events throughout the year such as summer and winter holiday parties, monthly team building events, sports tournaments, charity days and wellbeing activities.
How we work:
We have adapted a forward-thinking 'Ways of Working' framework, which sets out (amongst other things) the opportunities for Geniuses to work flexibly and on working holidays. It affects different teams and locations differently, so please ask for further information in how it would work with this role.
Our employees are empowered to stretch the boundaries of what's achievable, always reaching further and pushing the edges to see what gives. We collaborate, we innovate, and we celebrate. We will continue to grow as an organization and continue to invest in our highly talented and diverse team of Geniuses.