Software Engineer

At Champion Data, our dedicated team are united by sport and driven by data. We strive to revolutionise and transform sport data globally by leveraging our cutting-edge technology and expert team, ensuring we deliver the best possible outcomes for our partners and clients.

About the job

Champion Data has an exciting opportunity for an experienced and dedicated Software Engineer to join our team

The Software Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software solutions for both internal and external clients. Possessing strong technical skills and expertise in software development, they play a crucial role in ensuring our success.

As a Software Engineer, you do not need much help or supervision and are able to work autonomously. You are comfortable interrogating other people's code to gain a clear understanding of the code and technologies used in projects. You actively contribute to improving code quality and consistency by applying your experience to promote best practices, ensuring your work and the work of others is maintainable, aligned with project goals, and easy to understand.

Key Responsibilities

• Software Development: Develop software applications using appropriate technologies, adhering to best practices and industry standards, to meet business objectives.
• Task Management: Complete assigned tasks within agreed time frames, budgets, and quality standards, effectively managing priorities and deadlines.
• Collaboration: Confer and collaborate with team members and other developers to address system software problems, propose improvements, and make necessary modifications.
• Continuous Learning: Stay up to date with industry trends and developments, proactively identifying and proposing changes that can enhance software quality, speed, and maintainability.
• Code Reusability: Where sensible reuse existing shared code and common libraries to improve development efficiency and maintain consistency across projects.
• Quality-Driven Development: Emphasize a focus on software quality throughout the development process, employing robust testing and best practices to ensure reliable and maintainable code.
• Complex Problem Solving: Assist others in the solving of complex issues where analysis requires in-depth evaluation of variable factors, employing analytical and problem-solving skills to find effective solutions.
• Operational Technical Support: Provide operational technical support for products and solutions, ensuring their smooth functioning and addressing any issues that may arise.
• After-Hours Support: Be available for after-hours support for applications falling within your area of responsibility, contributing to the overall reliability and stability of the software ecosystem.

About You

• Demonstrated experience in software development, with a strong understanding of the principles and practices within a professional discipline.
• Experience in creating software solutions using modern coding frameworks (C#, .NET), ensuring efficient and effective development processes.
• Practical experience with AWS cloud technologies (Lambda, ECS, DynamoDB, IaC (CDK), Cloudwatch).
• Experience with CD/CI pipelines including GIT code repositories and pipelines.
• Experience working with SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Proven experience with Docker for containerization and application deployment.
• Experience in evaluating, choosing, disseminating, and implementing software development approaches, standards, and best practices.
• Skilled in using intricate analytical methods to identify and resolve issues effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt their communication style to different audiences and use persuasion in delivering messages convincingly.
• Understanding and interest in sports is desired but not essential.

About Champion Data

For over 20 years, Champion data has been at the forefront of delivering sports stats globally. With a global presence in Australia, the USA, the UK, and Asia, we specialise in real-time data collection, storage, analysis, distribution, and visualisation. We track every play and movement, delivering unbeatable game intel through seamless integration systems. Our unrivalled visual packages, in partnership with leading media outlets, ensure a sensational sports broadcast experience. We work across numerous major sports, including AFL, NRL, Football, Horse Racing, World Netball, LIV Golf, Tennis, and Lacrosse. As we continue to expand globally, we aim to solidify our position as the leading sports data company.

At Champion Data, our people are at the core of our success, driving the innovation and passion that underpin our company culture. By joining our team, you will be part of a motivated group with a 'can-do' attitude, eager to embrace challenges and committed to personal and professional growth. At Champion Data we will enable you to be your own champion.

Our Core Values

To challenge the Playbook / To be an Elite Partner / To Champion Team

Why Join Champion Data?

We offer flexible hybrid working arrangements, financial support for setting up a remote workspace and a strong focus on health and wellbeing. Our team culture is vibrant and supportive, including regular social events, team lunches, and more. We also provide extensive employee benefits, including access to our wellness program and additional leave through Mindful Me Days.

What benefits does Champion Data offer the team in Australia?

• Mindful Me Days: Four days per year dedicated to your wellbeing
• Flexible Working: Our team works globally in a hybrid environment, which includes two weeks per year, during which you can work remotely from anywhere worldwide.
• AUS Office: Access to a newly renovated office in Southbank, Melbourne.
• Our spaces: all of our offices have great end-of-journey facilities; including showers, wellness/prayer room & games
• Employee Assistance Programs: 24/7 Access to financial support and counselling
• Wellness Incentive: To help support your home office setup or contribute towards a wellness activity/service of your choosing
• Get to the Game: Funds towards tickets for you and your family/friends to attend sporting events globally.
• Advance Your Learning and Development: Annual budget to spend on learning and development activities plus Brain Block Time, this is time set aside monthly to learn or study.
• Go1 Learning: Access to an external learning platform Go1
• Social Events: Including an annual Family Day & Volunteer Day

When you join Champion Data, you will have the opportunity to step into a fast-growing, dynamic business during an exciting period of expansion. Each day brings new challenges and opportunities to collaborate with diverse clients across the sports, technology, and broadcast media industries.

We look forward to hearing from you and welcoming you to Champion Data.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Spectator Sports, Broadcast Media Production and Distribution, and Technology, Information and Media

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