Creative Technologist
Shaping TFG’s technological future by developing and communicating a strategic vision for how tech can drive innovation, growth, and change within our company and in sport.
ABOUT TWENTY FIRST GROUP
TFG is a global sports intelligence agency on a mission to help our clients get ahead and stay ahead through a groundbreaking combination of data science, engineering, and design. We work with some of the biggest names in sport, including the Premier League, England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), Ladies Professional Golf Association, Tottenham Hotspur, AON, VISA, Arctos, The FA, Sky Sports, FIFPro, Ladies European Tour, and Sky Bet & Gaming.
Together we are shaping the future of sport.
REQUIREMENTS
Role Overview:
Join Twenty First Group’s TFG Labs to be at the forefront of technological innovation in sports. You will have the opportunity to develop and launch groundbreaking web applications, work with cutting-edge technologies, and directly impact how fans and professionals experience sports. Your work will be showcased on a global stage, with significant room for personal and professional growth.
There may also be opportunities to travel to co-locate with clients.
A Creative Technologist at Twenty First Group will work within TFG Labs to deliver innovative, web-based solutions that transform sports experiences. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, creative vision, and an acute eye for detail. The role will have a focus on developing interactive and engaging web applications, with special attention given to effective Information Design and Data Visualisation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and deploy innovative web applications.
- Collaborate with the Data Science and Consulting teams to interpret requirements and deliver innovative solutions.
- Spend 60% of your time designing and building web applications for Labs/clients, 20% collaborating on UI development for internal tools, and 20% proposing solutions for future client needs.
Required Skills & Knowledge:
- Proficiency in React, Redux, CSS, JavaScript, SVG, Node.js, and Animation techniques.
- Experience with API development.
- Bonus skills: Python, Three.js (WebGL), Design Tools, Large Language Models (LLMs).
Desired Attributes:
- Growth mindset with a creative vision.
- Ability to approach anyone in the business for advice.
- Strong interest in sports.
- Self-starter capable of taking broad requirements and suggesting direction.
Outcomes in the First 12 Months:
- Establish yourself as a key innovator within TFG Labs.
- Lead multiple high-impact projects.
- Contribute to the company’s reputation through aesthetically pleasing and highly usable applications.
- Develop a robust portfolio showcasing your contributions and potentially mentor new team members.
Application Process:
- CV Screening (including portfolio review)
- Initial phone screening
- Creative coding challenge
- Interview 1
- Interview 2 (in office, approx 2hrs total)
Important:
Applications without portfolios will not be accepted. Please ensure your portfolio demonstrates your technical and creative capabilities, preferably through an active personal website or GitHub repository.
If you are a positive, creative individual with a passion for sports and a knack for technological innovation, we want to hear from you! Apply today and be part of something extraordinary at Twenty First Group’s TFG Labs.
BENEFITS
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a team at the forefront of technological innovation in sports.
- Develop and launch groundbreaking web applications.
- Work with cutting-edge technologies and showcase your work on a global stage.
- Enjoy significant room for personal and professional growth.
- Potential opportunities to travel and co-locate with clients.
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