Team Lead Unreal Engine (m/f/d)

Company Description

We’re the world’s leading sports technology company, at the intersection between sports, media, and betting. More than 1,700 sports federations, media outlets, betting operators, and consumer platforms across 120 countries rely on our know-how and technology to boost their business.

Job Description

Sportradar is the leading global provider of sports betting and sports entertainment products and services. Since 2001, we have occupied a unique position at the intersection of the sports, media, and betting industries; providing sports federations, news media, consumer platforms and sports betting operators with a range of solutions to help grow their business. 

Launched in February 2023, Sportradar’s Sports Virtualisation unit is at the forefront of innovation, developing cutting-edge technology that transforms traditional sports media consumption into dynamic, interactive experiences. Our solutions leverage the latest in computer vision technology to deliver real-time statistics overlays, virtual advertising integration, and skeletal tracking data for immersive recreations of sports events. These advancements are redefining how fans engage with sports, allowing for new and exciting ways to experience live games and events. 

Since our inception, we've already introduced three groundbreaking products designed to enhance fan interaction and bring the future of sports to life. These products, developed in collaboration with top leagues and federations worldwide, are driving our vision for the next era of fan engagement. Learn more about our latest innovations here: https://investors.sportradar.com/news-releases/news-release-details/sportradar-deepens-official-partnership-nba-launch-innovative. 

We are seeking an Unreal Engine Chapter Lead to spearhead a talented team of C++/Blueprint developers working on cutting-edge projects within Unreal Engine 5.4 / 5.5. As the Chapter Lead, you will guide your team in developing innovative solutions for our 4Sight product portfolio, which merges live video feeds with real-time data and advanced computer vision parameters. This technology powers immersive 2D overlays and 3D augmented elements for live sports broadcasts. 

THE CHALLENGE: 

• You will manage our international team of C++ developers and designers in exciting projects as well as do maintenance and stabilization of running systems. 
• You guide your team through the planning and development of new features together either with C++ or using Blueprints in the latest Unreal Engine version.
• Mentor and lead our development squad, fostering a collaborative, respectful, motivated and productive environment. Provide guidance, support, and feedback to team members, ensuring their growth and development.
• Oversee and contribute to the testing and quality assurance processes, ensuring that the project is working properly and it meets expectations.
• Your code is highly optimized and efficient to guarantee real-time rendering on modern hardware and cloud infrastructure. 

Qualifications

• Past proven leadership skills where you lead a development team, inspiring growth and motivation in alignment with the company’s direction. 
• Effective Communication and Collaboration Skills: You excel in team-leading, ensuring productivity, positive ambience and harmonious collaboration. 
• You are well-versed in Unreal Engine development with Unreal Engine 5 being a plus 
• You deliver software solutions considering SOLID and Clean Code as well as Design Patterns 
• Strong expertise of C++ Code, Blueprints, Widgets, and general Level Design inside Unreal Engine. 
• The ability to collaborate with teams using Python to ensure seamless data flow from AI models into Unreal Engine. 
• You have a good command of written and spoken English   
• You are interested in sports, game development and video streaming technology 
• Experience with test-driven development is considered a plus 
• IT-related university degree (BA / MA), or similar 

Additional Information

• Join us in our vision to develop innovative and disruptive new products based on the latest advances in computer vision technology in sports 
• A collaborative environment with colleagues from all over the world (Engineering offices in Europe, Asia and US).   
• A challenging, rewarding, and fun environment with stimulating tasks 
• Collaborating and supporting colleagues from all over the world in a non-hierarchical and outcome-oriented company culture 
• Good training/learning opportunities (coordinated individually with the employees) 
• Competitive salary and benefits (e.g. retirement pension and health care benefits) 
• A flexible hybrid work model that offers freedom and flexibility in a trusting relationship 
• Corporate fitness activities (e.g., football, table soccer, darts) and a special corporate fitness program 
• A vibrant and inclusive community, including Women in Tech and Pride groups which welcome all participants 

SPORTRADAR 

Sportradar is a global leader in understanding and leveraging the power of sports data and digital content for its clients around the world. We provide cutting-edge solutions and services to media companies, bookmakers, sports federations and state authorities. 

We are a truly international business employing over 3,500 full-time employees in more than 30 locations around the world. Our rapid growth has been driven by technological innovation alongside an understanding of our client’s business needs. It is our commitment to excellent service, quality and reliability that makes us the trusted partner of more than 1,700 companies in over 120 countries. 

We occupy a unique position at the intersection of the sports, media and betting industries. This creates an exciting and fast-moving working environment that rewards creative thinking and hard work. We are passionate about what we do, and we care passionately about our people. 

If you think you’re up to the challenge, come and help us to grow, innovate and develop! 

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Sportradar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to encourage diversity within our teams. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to among other things, your background, status, or personal preferences