--- title: 'Sports Data Quality Operators: Football at Genius Sports' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/sports-data-quality-operators-football-genius-sports-medellin-antioquia-2n71ht0091nn' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-13' --- # Sports Data Quality Operators: Football at Genius Sports - **Company:** Genius Sports - **Location:** Medellín Antioquia, Colombia - **Work type:** remote - **Posted:** 2026-08-05 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-13 - **Apply:** https://boards.greenhouse.io/geniussports/jobs/7828460003?gh_jid=7828460003 ## Job description By bringing together next-gen technology and the finest live data available, Genius Sports is enabling a new era of sports for fans worldwide, delivering experiences that are more immersive, interactive and personalised than ever before. Learn more at [geniussports.com.](https://www.geniussports.com/) ## THE ROLE: Perform: This role is part of Genius’ team that helps sports leagues and teams boost performance on and off the field using cutting-edge tech, analytics, and visual insights. As a Sports Data Quality Operators: Football. You'll review and quality-check match data in non-live environments identifying and correcting play-by-play sequencing and data errors. You´ll analyse recorded match video, tag football actions and work with internal tools collaborating with supervisors on issues and improvements. This role is an entry-level position with a Service provider contract, remote in Colombia. ## WHAT YOU’LL BRING: - - Strong passion and knowledge of football. Experience playing or coaching at a competitive, amateur or semi-professional level. - Excellent attention to detail with high accuracy and efficiency - Good understanding of game rules, terminology, and match flow - Ability to work independently in a remote setup - Strong English communication and solid computer skills - Good understanding of the current landscape and recent past of major professional soccer leagues. - Availability of at least 20 hours a week IT WILL BE A BONUS IF YOU KNOW: - Hands-on experience with sports data entry, play-by-play QA, or tracking systems. - Prior work in live operations, game supervision, or quality assurance. - Comfort with basic reporting/dashboards (e.g., spreadsheets) to share findings and trends. As well as a competitive salary and range of benefits, we’re committed to supporting employee wellbeing and helping you grow your skills, experience and career. Learn more about how rewarding life at Genius can be at[Reward | Genius Sports.](https://www.geniussports.com/reward/) One team, being brave, driving change We strive to create an inclusive working environment, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and the ability to make a difference. Learn more about our values and culture at[Culture | Genius](https://www.geniussports.com/culture/). Let us know when you apply if you need any assistance during the recruiting process due to a disability. ## About Genius Sports ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Genius Sports is a sports data and technology company that provides data management, video streaming, and integrity services to sports leagues, bookmakers, and media companies. - **Entity Type**: Public (NYSE: GENI) - **Headquarters**: London, United Kingdom - **Founded**: 2001 - **Founders**: Not publicly available (key executives include Mark Locke, CEO; Jack Davison, CCO; Steven Burton, COO; Nick Taylor, CFO) ## Core Business - Primary industry: Sports data, analytics, and technology - Target customers: Sports leagues and teams, sportsbooks and betting operators, media companies and content owners, brands and advertisers (B2B) - Mission: To champion a more sustainable sports ecosystem for everyone — connecting every moment on the pitch with the fans who consume it. ## Products & Services - **Perform**: AI-powered sports performance analysis and officiating tools for teams and leagues. - **Engage**: Fan engagement platform using real-time data, gamification, and personalised campaigns. - **Bet**: Live betting solutions, including in-game odds and risk management, powered by AI for sportsbooks. - **GeniusIQ**: AI-driven insights and algorithms for odds, risk, and marketing. - **Data Capture & Sports Data API**: Real-time data collection and distribution across 240,000+ annual events. - **FanHub**: Sports-first advertising platform for omni-channel fan activation and media buying. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: $586.6 million (as of mid-2026) - **Key Metric**: Annual revenue of $669.5 million (most recent fiscal year) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Apax Partners (acquired in 2018), dMY Technology Group (SPAC merger for NYSE listing in 2021). Partners include major sports leagues and 650+ long-term partnerships. - **Growth Signals**: 2,600 employees globally (+7.1% YoY); 800+ hires in 2024; operates in 113 countries; acquired Second Spectrum ($200M), Spirable, and FanHub Media. ## Competitive Advantages - Exclusive official data partnerships with many of the world’s top sports leagues, providing a data moat. - End-to-end platform covering data capture, AI analytics, betting, fan engagement, and advertising — a full-stack sports technology ecosystem. - Deep AI and machine learning capabilities applied to live sports data for real-time insights and betting. - Scale: 240,000+ events covered annually, 650+ partnerships, and a global footprint. ## Strategic Focus - Continuing to expand AI-driven products (GeniusIQ, Perform) to drive revenue and efficiency for partners. - Growing the FanHub advertising business to capture more brand spend in sports. - Deepening relationships with leagues and content owners through data-rich fan experiences and integrity services. - International expansion, especially in Asia Pacific and Latin America. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Values include “One Team,” “Brave,” and “Drive Change” — collaborative, ambitious, and growth-minded environment. - **Global Reach**: 18 offices across five continents (London, New York, Sofia, Vilnius, Tallinn, Medellin, Los Angeles, Melbourne, Singapore, Shanghai, and more). - **Learning & Growth**: Multiple learning programs, skills development opportunities, and a fast-paced setting where everyone is encouraged to make an impact. - **Wellbeing**: Initiatives promoting work-life balance, employee wellbeing, and a focus on belonging and inclusion. - **Perks**: Competitive reward packages, job satisfaction, and the chance to work with cutting-edge sports tech and smartest minds in the industry. - **Work Model**: Not explicitly stated as remote/hybrid; roles are posted with specific locations (London, New York, Medellin, etc.) suggesting office-based or hybrid arrangements. ## Sources 1. [geniussports.com](https://www.geniussports.com/) 2. [geniussports.com/about-us](https://www.geniussports.com/about-us/) 3. [geniussports.com/careers](https://www.geniussports.com/careers/) 4. [linkedin.com/company/geniussports](https://www.linkedin.com/company/geniussports) 5. 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