Engineering Team Lead

Overview

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 they use it?

• 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!  

Our teams of technical experts specialize in harnessing live sporting data, using advanced cloud technologies, Java, JavaScript and Python. It is these tech teams that enable us to extract patterns through AI and Machine Learning and deliver our insights via APIs. In short, they turn complex data into magical experiences with cutting-edge technology. 

Responsibilities:

We’re looking for a QA Engineering Team Lead who is more than just a technical expert — we want a visionary leader, team builder, and coach. This is an opportunity for someone who thrives on empowering others, setting direction, and transforming Quality Assurance into an engine of innovation and continuous improvement.

As our QA Manager, you’ll shape and lead a talented team at the intersection of engineering and quality. Your mission: cultivate a culture where curiosity, creativity, and excellence are the norm. You’ll mentor engineers, foster experimentation, and ensure that your team not only keeps up with the latest in AI/ML, automation, and gamified testing — but sets the pace for others to follow.

What will you do-

• Lead and Develop a High-Impact Team: Grow a diverse QA organization across functional, automation, and AI-first testing. Hire, mentor, and inspire engineers to reach their full potential.
• Set the Vision: Define and communicate a compelling roadmap for QA that leverages the latest tools and approaches (LLMs, open-source AI, gamification, automation) — and align the team around that vision.
• Drive Innovation: Champion a culture of experimentation, continuous learning, and creative problem-solving. Organize innovation sprints, workshops, and knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Foster Collaboration: Connect with peers, engineers, product managers, and global QA leaders. Bring in new perspectives and create partnerships that elevate your team and the business.
• Architect Smart Automation: Oversee the design and scaling of automation frameworks across platforms. Encourage the adoption of AI and productivity tools to accelerate testing and boost quality.
• Champion Gamified UAT: Lead the transformation of user testing into fun, feedback-rich experiences that engage end-users and deliver actionable insights.
• Promote Best Practices: Drive rigorous requirements analysis, risk identification, and critical thinking. Guide the team to ask the tough questions and explore every angle.
• Model Leadership: Set the standard for hands-on involvement, technical curiosity, and open communication. Recognize achievements, nurture talent, and build a safe space for big ideas and bold experiments.

 Desired Qualifications:

• 10+ years in QA, with proven experience managing and developing high-performing teams.
• Deep expertise in automation frameworks (Selenium, Playwright, Cypress), programming (Python, Java), and test management (Jira, Xray, Confluence).
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools (GitHub Actions, Jenkins) and modern AI/ML frameworks (YOLO, LLaMA, LangChain, Whisper, OpenCV).
• A track record of leveraging AI-powered productivity tools (Copilot, Cursor) to drive smarter testing.
• Excellent skills in requirements analysis, process improvement, and stakeholder collaboration.
• A talent for turning ideas into results — from proof of concept to scalable solutions.
• Experience working across time zones and cultures.

You’ll Thrive Here If You… 

• Think of yourself as a coach, leader, and change agent — as well as an engineer, tester, and innovator.
• Inspire others to push boundaries, take risks, and bring new ideas to life.
• Are passionate about making QA processes smarter, leaner, and more delightful for both the team and the business.
• Believe that the best results come from empowered teams, continuous feedback, and a willingness to reinvent the status quo.
• Lead by example, communicate with empathy, and celebrate both individual and team successes. 

🎁 Bonus Points For 

• Building and sharing internal plugins, utilities, or AI-powered tools.
• Driving adoption of code-gen QA pipelines or AI agents.
• Organizing internal meetups, innovation labs, or knowledge pods.
• Advocating for open-source, inner-source, or collaborative frameworks that benefit the entire organization.

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.