What are the responsibilities and job description for the SportTechie Director of Technology position at SportTechie?
Company DescriptionSportTechie is the world’s leading publication devoted to the burgeoning field of sports technology. Grown by a team who believes there is a lack of attention being paid to the technological shifts in the sports industry, SportTechie analyzes and illuminates the growing number of ways technology is evolving the sports we all love so much.After several years of growth we are proud to be at a point where we can expand our team to pursue an array of exciting opportunities. Thus, we are looking for a talented and dedicated Director of Technology who can take the reins of SportTechie’s technical operations to the next level and play a crucial role in building the next great sports media company.Job DescriptionThe JobSportTechie is seeking a Director of Technology who is an ideator and entrepreneur at heart. This role will cover all technological needs and opportunities that we currently face and will encounter as a growing startup media company. One day you may be figuring out how to best build a new platform for our premium readers and the next you may be focused on redesigning a portion of our website to include custom branded content that integrates a key sponsor across our platforms. Success in this role will require you to use a diverse set of development skills to meet the growing technical and engineering needs of SportTechie.You will be empowered to : Manage all elements of SportTechie’s technical operations and opportunitiesUse a wide array of front-end engineering and development skills to advance SportTechie’s content, platforms and businessEnhance, manage and develop our website, desktop and mobile platformsExecute digital products from idea to launchWork closely with our managing team to help build SportTechie’s multimedia visionBuild outstanding sports technology platforms to connect and inform our audienceManage and collaborate with third parties and development and design firmsWork closely with our managing team to assist in all technical needs coinciding with advertising and sponsorship campaignsQualificationsWhat we are looking for : An entrepreneurial spirit who truly wants to help build SportTechieA full-stack developer with diverse skills ranging from front-end to back-end technologiesExpertise with databases, PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript and everything in betweenPrior development experience with CMS platforms, particularly WordpressMaintaining a technical edge for all aspects of SportTechie operationsAn architect, thinker, researcher, tester and tinkererSomeone who can help develop and lead a mobile-first strategy and product offerings across all platformsStrong understanding of digital media, SEO, social media and online content strategyManage and maintain server environments and architecture as well as site optimizationExperience with Google Analytics as well as digital advertising platforms such as Google Doubleclick, OpenX and AtlasAdditional InformationJob LocationWork remotely with consistent daily communication with the SportTechie teamBeing in a major city is preferred CompensationCompetitive salary, benefits and equity package How to apply - http : / / www.sporttechie.com / about / Send us your cover letter, resume and top three examples from your portfolio that can help show why you will excel as our Director of Technology.Note : Please try to demonstrate personality, sports technology knowledge and logical reasons for why you will be a good candidate to fill this vital role on the SportTechie team.SummaryType : Full-timeFunction : EngineeringExperience level : DirectorIndustry : Sports
