Software Engineer, Rust

A bit about us:

Do you want to join one of the world’s fastest growing sports technology companies? Genius Sports is at the epicentre of the global network connecting sports, brands and fans through official live data. Our mission is simple. We champion a more sustainable sports data ecosystem that benefits all parties.

We’re looking for enthusiastic and ambitious people to join our talented team.

If you see yourself becoming part of a global family building the future of sports entertainment together, then come and grow with us. We put trust in our people to deliver the difference for our clients around the world. It’s why many of the world’s largest leagues & federations such as the NFL, English Premier League, FIBA and NCAA choose to work with Genius Sports.

The Role - Software Engineer, Rust

We are seeking a Software Engineer to help build low-latency, reusable data pipelines that deliver AI-driven insights from tracking and pose data, powering personalized live augmented sports streams.

What You’ll Do:

• Collaborate with teams across computer vision, AI, and augmentation to integrate low-latency algorithms.
• Develop performant code for both cloud-based and on-premise environments.
• Design autonomous systems that scale efficiently and minimize manual intervention.
• Lead the creation of tools and frameworks that accelerate developer productivity and team velocity.

Minimum Qualifications

• Expertise in architecting and optimizing low-latency, real-time systems
• Passion for improving developer experience and velocity
• Leadership experience with mentoring and empowering teammates
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments
• Strong technical leadership and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of industry software engineering experience
• Expertise in Rust
• Expertise designing and building video streaming pipelines
• Experience with live event deliverables, incident resolution, and root cause analysis

Our Tech Stack

• Backend: Rust, Typescript (Node.js), PostgreSQL, GraphQL
• Infrastructure: AWS, Docker, Terraform, Consul Template, Linux
• Message brokers: Apache Pulsar, RabbitMQ, ZeroMQ
• Video: FFmpeg, GStreamer
• Other: WebAssembly, Bevy, CUDA

Our Work Environment and What You Will Benefit From:

• Cutting-edge products to work on for major professional sports leagues and teams.
• Team-oriented engineering habits and software engineering best practices (readable, maintainable, and efficient code).
• Flat hierarchy and collaborative management led by experienced and strong technical leads.
• Innovative and dynamic environment, which encourages self-development and opportunities to make an impact.
• Multicultural team with employees based across several countries (e.g., Switzerland, Denmark, France, United States).
• Potential for Equity/Bonus, competitive salary, medical and dental benefits, 401k match

What’s in it for you?

As well as a competitive salary and annual leave allowance, our benefits include health insurance, skills training and much more, depending on the location. We also offer a host of softer benefits, including many social events throughout the year such as summer and winter holiday parties, monthly team building events, sports tournaments, charity days and wellbeing activities.

​​The base salary range for this role is $145,000 – $175,000. There are a number of factors which affect what the specific pay offer would be for this role, including location, seniority, and relevant educational and working experience. This is base salary only – all full-time roles will also be eligible to take part in Genius Sports benefits and equity plan, and some roles may be eligible to take part in a bonus plan. For more details on the compensation and benefits package, please get in touch with our Talent team.

How we work:

We have adapted a forward-thinking ‘Ways of Working’ framework, which sets out (amongst other things) the opportunities for Geniuses to work flexibly and on working holidays. It affects different teams and locations differently, so please ask for further information in how it would work with this role.

Our employees are empowered to stretch the boundaries of what’s achievable, always reaching further and pushing the edges to see what gives. We collaborate, we innovate, and we celebrate. We will continue to grow as an organization and continue to invest in our highly talented and diverse team of Geniuses. 

Genius Sports Group is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We recognize and celebrate the benefits that a diverse and inclusive workforce bring to our business, our customers and our staff. We welcome and will consider all applications regardless of age, different abilities or disability, gender reassignment, marriage, pregnancy, maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation (and any other applicable status). Please let us know when you apply if you need any assistance during the recruiting process due to a disability.