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Rule42

Lead Software Engineer

Lake Oswego, OR · On-site

$140 - $170/hr

Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline ... You are passionate about baseball or softball or sports in general! * You are confident in your ...

Nike

Principal, Software Engineer

Beaverton, OR · On-site

$140K - $188K/yr

It's a place where passionate individuals come together to create the future of sport. We are ... WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR Nike is seeking a Principal Software Engineer who brings architectural depth ...

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Nike

Lead Engineer, Activity Apps

Beaverton, OR · On-site +1

$106K - $140K/yr

It's a place where passionate individuals come together to create the future of sport. We are ... WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR Nike is seeking a Lead Software Engineer who combines strong architectural ...

SIG Sauer

Design Engineer II

Tualatin, OR · On-site

Motion, FEA, CFD, Python, Zemax, or other software. * Conduct PLM (product lifecycle management ... Firearm and sports optics experience along with a knowledge of the shooting sports industry is ...

SigSauer

Design Engineer II

Tualatin, OR · On-site

Motion, FEA, CFD, Python, Zemax, or other software. * Conduct PLM (product lifecycle management ... Firearm and sports optics experience along with a knowledge of the shooting sports industry is ...

RIVERPOINT MEDICAL LLC

Manufacturing Engineer II

Portland, OR · On-site

$77K - $99K/yr

Our ingenuity can be found in our suture technologies, sports medicine fibers and anchors, surgical ... Ability to write Excel VBA macros and / or Microsoft Access or other database software programming ...

RIVERPOINT MEDICAL LLC

Manufacturing Engineer II

Portland, OR · On-site

$77K - $99K/yr

Our ingenuity can be found in our suture technologies, sports medicine fibers and anchors, surgical ... Ability to write Excel VBA macros and / or Microsoft Access or other database software programming ...

SIG Sauer

Tooling Design Engineer II

Tualatin, OR · On-site

... associated programming software a plus. * Demonstrated success in managing and leading both ... Firearm and sports optics experience along with a knowledge of the shooting sports industry ...

SigSauer

Tooling Design Engineer II

Tualatin, OR · On-site

... associated programming software a plus. * Demonstrated success in managing and leading both ... Firearm and sports optics experience along with a knowledge of the shooting sports industry ...

Under Armour

Professional, FEA Engineering

Portland, OR · On-site

$87K - $116K/yr

The Professional Engineer, Simulation role will combine the objectivity and clarity of engineering ... sports, and will accelerate the benefit to our athletes, bringing refined innovation to market ...

Nike

Senior Footwear Developer

Beaverton, OR · On-site

$56.75 - $75/hr

Senior Footwear Developer - NIKE, Inc. - Beaverton, OR. Responsible for the product creation ... product to serve sport athletes. Manage all aspects of the footwear costing structure and ...

Populous

Cloud Engineer

Portland, OR · On-site

$105K - $130K/yr

We've designed and delivered some of the world's most memorable civic, sports and entertainment ... Support deployment infrastructure for web applications and on-premises software distribution.

Populous

Cloud Engineer

Portland, OR · Hybrid

$105K - $130K/yr

We've designed and delivered some of the world's most memorable civic, sports and entertainment ... Support deployment infrastructure for web applications and on-premises software distribution.

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How much do sports software engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for sports software engineer in Portland, OR is $156,450.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $127,300.00 and $183,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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 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.

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.

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Sports Software Engineer jobs near you
Infographic showing various Sports Software Engineer job openings in Portland, OR as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $156,450 per year, or $75.2 per hour.

Lead Software Engineer

Rule42

Lake Oswego, OR • On-site

$140 - $170/hr

Other

Posted 11 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain distributed systems using event-driven architecture patterns.

  • Build scalable .NET Core microservices, APIs, and platform services that support AI and data-driven products.

  • Own the reliability, performance, and operational health of production systems.

Job description

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain distributed systems using event-driven architecture patterns.

  • Build scalable .NET Core microservices, APIs, and platform services that support AI and data-driven products.

  • Own the reliability, performance, and operational health of production systems.

  • Design and implement resilient architectures with appropriate fault tolerance, observability, and recovery mechanisms.

  • Develop and maintain cloud-native solutions within Google Cloud Platform (GCP).

  • Work with our IT Director to implement scalable storage solutions our system will use.

  • Collaborate with data engineers, machine learning engineers, product leaders, and business stakeholders to deliver platform capabilities.

  • Establish engineering best practices for code quality, testing, deployment automation, monitoring, and incident response.

  • Lead troubleshooting and root-cause analysis of production issues.

  • Maintain and continuously improve CI/CD pipelines and software delivery processes.

  • Participate in architectural planning and technical decision-making for the company's long-term platform strategy.


Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline.

  • 7+ years of professional software engineering experience.

  • 3+ years acting in a lead capacity

  • Strong experience developing applications and services in C# (.Net Core) and Python.

  • Strong experience designing and optimizing SQL-based data systems (Postgresql).

  • Strong understanding of software design patterns, system scalability, reliability, and performance optimization.

  • Experience building and operating solutions on Google Cloud Platform (GCP).

  • Experience developing distributed systems and event-driven architectures.

  • Experience building RESTful APIs and microservices.

  • Experience supporting and maintaining production environments.

  • Experience with modern CI/CD practices and automated deployment pipelines.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

  • Experience supporting machine learning platforms, data products, or AI-driven applications.

  • Experience with containerized environments and orchestration technologies.

  • Experience implementing observability solutions, including monitoring, logging, and distributed tracing.

  • Experience designing highly available and fault-tolerant cloud architectures.

  • Experience building data platforms and working with video analytics


About You

  • You are passionate about baseball or softball or sports in general!

  • You are confident in your architectural skills and know how to leverage Claude code to get things done quickly

  • You know how to prioritize your time and work in a fast-paced team dynamic


Equal Employment Opportunity

Rule42 is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.


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