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# Graduate Software Engineers & Product Designers – Beyond Sports Budapest at Beyond Sports

- **Company:** Beyond Sports
- **Location:** Budapest, Hungary
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2026-10-09
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-20
- **Apply:** https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/wearebeyondsports/c0d3818e-3c53-4a5b-addd-a6fdac153ca0

## Job description

Graduate Software Engineers & Product Designers – Real-Time Sports Technology

Beyond Sports Academy 2027

Start date: September 2027 Location: Budapest, Hungary Office

Sport moves fast, and the technology behind it moves faster. Real-time data drives live broadcasts. Fans check second-screen apps mid-match. Platforms track every kick, point and lap as it happens. That’s the world of Beyond Sports.

## About Beyond Sports

Beyond Sports was founded in Alkmaar in 2014. We turn live player-tracking data into real-time 3D visualisations, so every position, sprint and pass becomes a virtual version of the match that can be broadcast, streamed or explored. Our Emmy-winning technology has powered some of sport’s most talked-about broadcasts. These include NFL games reimagined as animated worlds and NHL games played out in blocky, game-style environments. Our clients include the NFL, NHL, NBA, Premier League and more. Since 2022 we’ve been part of Sony Sports Technology, You’ll get the energy and ownership of a close-knit studio, backed by the reach and resources of one of the biggest names in entertainment. Our engine works on every screen, from traditional TV to mixed-reality headsets, so your work could reach fans wherever they watch.

Who we’re looking for We’re on the lookout for the next generation of engineers and product designers specialising in the following areas. From week one you’ll work alongside experienced engineers and designers on products used across the sports industry, owning real work in your discipline.

- Mobile development: shipping matchday features for fans on Android and iOS.
- Backend: building the services and data pipelines that keep live sports information flowing without a hitch.
- Frontend: turning designs into fast, accessible interfaces that bring live sport to the browser.
- Machine learning: cleaning and modelling sporting data, then turning it into predictions clients rely on.
- QA: owning quality across our platforms, from test plans to automation that catches issues before fans do.
- Product design: researching how fans and clients use our products, and designing what comes next.
- Art, Unity and Unreal Engine development: creating virtual environments for live sports broadcasting.

When you apply, you’ll tell us which of these areas you want to work in, so we can match you with the right team.

## What we value

We’re all about high performance, in our products and in our people. We expect a lot, and we invest a lot in return, with real mentorship from the engineers and designers behind Emmy-winning broadcasts. Our team thrives on curiosity, ownership and helping each other get better. We’re an office-first team working across time zones. Whether you join us in the Netherlands or Hungary, you’ll be part of a wider group that collaborates every day.

What strong candidates bring We hire for ability, not just credentials. Show us what you’ve built. Strong candidates typically bring:

- An excellent degree, bootcamp or standout project experience in their chosen discipline
- Deep curiosity about how things work, and the confidence to figure things out
- Evidence of shipping things: apps, projects, portfolios, open-source contributions
- Strong communication skills, because you’ll work closely with engineers, designers and product teams from day one
- Comfort with ambiguity, and the drive to learn quickly with the support around you
- An interest in sport and how technology changes the way fans experience it (a bonus, not essential)

Start date: September 2027 Location: Budapest Office, Hungary

Sound interesting? We’d love to hear from you. Applications close on Monday, 7 December 2026.

## About Beyond Sports

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Beyond Sports transforms raw sports tracking data into real-time 3D animated broadcasts, AI-driven commentary, and immersive fan experiences.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Acquired by Sony in November 2022)
- **Headquarters**: Alkmaar, Netherlands
- **Founded**: 2014
- **Founders**: Sander J. Schouten (CEO & Co-Founder) and Nicolaas Westerhof (CTO & Co-Founder)

## Core Business
- Primary industry/industries: Sports Technology, Data Visualization, Broadcast Media
- Target customers: B2B — sports leagues (NFL, NBA, NHL), broadcasters, media partners, brands, and data rightsholders
- Mission or purpose statement: To revolutionize the sports industry through cutting-edge technology and AI-driven insights, reimagining how sports are consumed by fans worldwide.

## Products & Services
- **Data Processing Engine**: Ingests and merges multiple raw tracking data streams (often incomplete or single-point) to produce a consistent, production-ready format. Compatible with any output including the Metaverse, media partners, and digital platforms.
- **Data Visualization Platform**: An Emmy Award-winning visualization engine that creates real-time 3D animations from enhanced tracking data, powering alternative broadcasts (e.g., "NHL Hockeyverse"), performance analysis, and post-match programs.
- **Creative & Storytelling Services**: Co-creates immersive narratives, animated broadcasts, AI commentary, and fan-first content for apps, gaming platforms, and branded worlds that enhance fan engagement and loyalty.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed (acquired by Sony in 2022 for an undisclosed amount)
- **Key Metric**: Total funding raised $2.36M prior to acquisition; now a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Group
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Sony Group (parent company, via Hawk-Eye and Pulselive), NFL, NBA, NHL
- **Growth Signals**: Emmy Award-winning technology; live broadcasts on gaming platforms as a next major goal; integrated with Sony’s Hawk-Eye tracking system and Pulselive digital services; team of 50+ employees representing 17 nationalities

## Competitive Advantages
- **Sony Ecosystem Integration**: Unique access to Hawk-Eye’s tracking data and Pulselive’s distribution, creating a vertically integrated pipeline from data capture to fan-facing content.
- **Proprietary Data Enhancement**: Proprietary engine that validates, enhances, and unifies raw tracking data into complete, lifelike 3D skeletons — a technical moat that competitors struggle to replicate.
- **Creative & Tech Fusion**: In-house 3D artists, engineers, and storytellers working side-by-side, enabling rapid production of broadcast-ready, immersive experiences that are both technically advanced and creatively compelling.

## Strategic Focus
- **Live Gaming Integration**: Pivoting to bring live match broadcasts onto gaming platforms, creating a new category of interactive sports consumption.
- **Deepening Sony Synergy**: Leveraging Hawk-Eye’s data and Pulselive’s digital services to scale globally and offer end-to-end solutions for leagues and broadcasters.
- **Expanding Sport Verticals**: Building on existing NFL, NBA, and NHL partnerships to enter new sports and markets, with a focus on direct-to-consumer experiences.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture & Environment**: Described as “more like a living room than a corporate space,” with an open, modern office overlooking canals in Alkmaar. High value placed on diversity — 17 nationalities among 50+ team members.
- **Workspace & Perks**: In-office role with two adjacent offices; ping-pong, corn-hole, darts, video games, and board games; freshly prepared hot meals three times a week by an in-house chef, plus fresh fruit, snacks, and drinks.
- **Growth & Development**: Access to learning courses; hands-on work with industry-leading data technology on high-impact projects for world-renowned sports organizations.
- **Wellness**: Company fitness card for a nearby gym; ergonomic work equipment provided from day one.
- **Team Events**: Regular Friday drinks, project watch parties, and an annual company trip.

## Sources
1. [beyondsports.nl](https://www.beyondsports.nl/)
2. [beyondsports.nl/careers-page](https://www.beyondsports.nl/careers-page)
3. [builtin.com](https://builtin.com/company/beyond-sports)
4. [cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/beyond-sports)
5. [sony.com](https://www.sony.com/en/SonyInfo/technology/stories/entries/20240411/beyondsports/)

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