Team Lead Unreal Development (m/f/d)

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. 

Sportradar‘s newly founded Sports Virtualisation unit develops innovative and disruptive technology to enable the transition from traditional sports media consumption to new ways to engage with sports. The latest computer vision technology is key to allow real-time rendering of statistics and virtual ads on top of broadcasts. It also enables the use of skeletal tracking data to render virtual recreations of sports events and transform the way they are experienced. Together with the top leagues and federations around the globe, we are working on our vision for a range of products to increase fan engagement for the world of tomorrow. 

We are looking for you to fill the role as Team Lead for Unreal Engine development to join the team of talented C++/Blueprint developers and 2D/3D artists to create engaging products using Unreal Engine 5.4 / 5.5. Through the availability of skeletal tracking data of live sports events, completely new products can be produced which use game engine technology in non-standard ways. Generating live streams from cloud-based setup, over production of clips in render farms to real-time interactive tools and games are only some of our topics. 

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 the expectations.

• Your code is highly optimized and efficient to guarantee real-time rendering on modern hardware and cloud infrastructure. 

• 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
• Understanding of C++ Code, Blueprints, Widgets, and general Level Design inside 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 

• 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 3,900 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 clients’ 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! 

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.  

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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