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Indianapolis Colts · 4 months ago

Football Data Analyst

Indiana Farm Bureau Football Center, Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

The Indianapolis Colts are seeking a Football Data Analyst to join our Football Analytics team. In this role, you will work closely with our Football Operations departments to develop novel metrics, build statistical models, and turn football data into insights supporting key areas such as in-game strategy, roster construction, and player health and safety.

Sports Leagues and Teams

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Conduct research and analysis on NFL and NCAA football data

Leverage multiple data sources to analyze trends and generate testable hypotheses

Develop and implement predictive models, including but not limited to, gradient boosting, random forests, generalized linear models, and neural networks

Perform ad hoc analyses and provide research support for coaches, front office, and performance departments

Create actionable and interpretable reports on research findings for both technical and non-technical audiences

Qualification

PythonMachine learningStatistical modelingSQLProblem-solvingCritical thinkingCommunication skills

Required

Strong proficiency programming in Python (preferred) or R

Experience with machine learning and statistical modeling techniques (gradient boosting, regression, classification)

Familiarity with statistical modeling methodologies (e.g. hypothesis testing, regression analysis, data sampling techniques)

Proficiency in writing SQL queries

Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills

Ability to manage multiple projects with varying deadlines

Strong communication skills

Company

Indianapolis Colts

Indianapolis Colts is a professional American football team based in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Founded in 1953

Indianapolis, Indiana, USA

201-500 employees

http://www.colts.com

H1B Sponsorship

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Trends of Total Sponsorships

2024 (1)

Funding

Current Stage

Growth Stage

Leadership Team

Heather Chaykowski

Executive Assistant to the Owner/CEO

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