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RightEye

QA Test Engineer

Bethesda, MD · On-site +1

$44.25 - $60.25/hr

... military and sports. What You'll Do * QA & Testing: Design, execute, and maintain manual and ... related software experience (internships, bootcamps, or strong personal projects considered)

RightEye

QA Test Engineer

Bethesda, MD · Remote

$44.25 - $60.25/hr

... military and sports. What You'll Do * QA & Testing: Design, execute, and maintain manual and ... related software experience (internships, bootcamps, or strong personal projects considered)

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What is a sports software engineer?

A Sports Software Engineer develops and maintains software solutions for the sports industry, such as performance analysis tools, game simulations, fan engagement platforms, and sports data analytics. They work with technologies like AI, machine learning, and real-time data processing to enhance athletic performance, optimize team strategies, or improve user experiences. This role requires strong programming skills, knowledge of sports-specific data, and the ability to collaborate with coaches, analysts, and other stakeholders.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a sports software engineer?

To thrive as a Sports Software Engineer, you need a strong foundation in software development, proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, or JavaScript, and a good understanding of data structures and algorithms, often supported by a degree in computer science or related fields. Familiarity with technologies like sports analytics platforms, sensor data integration, RESTful APIs, and version control systems, as well as experience with cloud services or machine learning, is highly valuable. Soft skills such as teamwork, strong communication abilities, and adaptability help you collaborate with coaches, analysts, and non-technical stakeholders. These combined skills ensure you can design and implement effective software solutions that drive performance insights and user engagement in the sports industry.

What does a sports software engineer do?

As a Sports Software Engineer, you may work on projects like developing real-time analytics dashboards, building data pipelines for player and game statistics, or integrating wearable sensor data into coaching tools. Daily responsibilities often include collaborating with data scientists or sports analysts, designing user-friendly interfaces for coaches and athletes, and maintaining or optimizing existing systems. Many roles also involve ensuring accurate data capture, troubleshooting technical issues during live events, and customizing software for specific sports or teams. This work provides a dynamic environment where you see the direct impact of your code on athletic performance and team strategy.

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Director of Software Engineering (Hanover)

Eccalon, LLC

Hanover, MD • On-site

$249K/yr

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Security Clearance: Not Required but must be able to obtain security clearance

Location: On-site, Hanover, MD

****NOT REMOTE****

About Us

Eccalon provides global solutions to the most challenging technological issues of the 21st-century, and our evolving portfolio spans five major markets: Machine Learning, Cybersecurity, Aerospace & Defense, Material Sciences, Advance Manufacturing, Sports Science, Biotechnology, and Health & Life Sciences. Visit our website here.

Why Join Us?

Eccalon's Executives foster a supportive work environment allowing our teams to thrive, and have a fierce dedication to innovation, security, and people. Our culture is built on inclusion, teamwork, trust, and we are committed to offering career advancement opportunities to all employees. Encouraging a healthy and balanced life, we offer an extensive benefits package to support the wellness of our employees and their families. You will be joining a team of innovators, working with cutting edge technologies, supporting mission critical projects, and making an impact.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a visionary and technically strong Director of Software Engineering to lead our engineering teams in building scalable, secure, and high-performance software solutions. This role is pivotal in shaping our technical strategy, driving engineering excellence, and delivering innovative products in a fast-paced, tech-driven environment.

Responsibilities:
  • Define and execute the engineering roadmap in alignment with company goals and product strategy, and technical leadership.
  • Lead and mentor tech leads, software and QA engineers across multiple teams.
  • Foster a high-performance culture focused on innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Establish clear goals, metrics, and accountability frameworks for engineering teams
  • Technical Oversight
  • Help guide architectural decisions and ensure adherence to modern software engineering principles.
  • Champion best practices in software design, testing, deployment, and operations.
  • Evaluate and implement new technologies to improve scalability, reliability, and developer productivity.
  • Project & Product Delivery
  • Collaborate with leadership, design, and the Product Delivery Office to deliver high-quality software on time and within scope.
  • Strong command of SDLC best practices, agile methodologies, and application lifecycle management
  • Ensure robust monitoring, alerting, and incident response practices are in place.
Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • 10+ years of software engineering experience, including 5+ years in a leadership role.
  • Proven experience leading engineering teams in a technical product or SaaS company.
  • Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
  • Deep understanding of cloud-native architectures (AWS and Azure), microservices, and distributed systems.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence across departments.
  • Experience with Agile, Scrum, or SAFe methodologies.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Familiarity with security and compliance standards (e.g., FedRAMP, PCI, etc.)
  • Background in AI/ML, data engineering, or platform engineering is a plus.
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About Eccalon

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We are a cross-functional collective of innovative minds that leverages technology to tackle the most challenging problems of this generation for clients, the nation, and the world. Eccalon fosters creativity, curiosity, and imagination across all departments and divisions to pioneer new ideas, products, and services. We advance innovation.​

Industry

Guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Hanover, MD, US

Year founded

2017

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