FOOTBALL (VAR) SYSTEMS OPERATOR
Full time
at Hawk-Eye Innovations in
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Job highlights
Posted on August 16, 2017- Professional background in
- Job level Junior/Entry Level
- Nationality Saudi Arabia
Job details
FOOTBALL (VAR) SYSTEMS OPERATOR - SAUDI ARABIA
Location: Saudi Arabia
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Start Date: Immediate
Salary: Competitive
YOU'LL BE AMAZED AT WHAT WE DO »
Hawk-Eye is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Europe and leading innovator in sports technology. First used as a broadcast tool to analyse decisions in Cricket, Hawk-Eye has now become an integral part of over 20 sports. Whether it's making major championship defining decisions in tennis or adjudicating cup finals in football, Hawk-Eye has it covered.
WHAT THE JOB IS ALL ABOUT»
Hawk-Eye's Synchronised Multi-Angle Replay Technology (SMART) is an exciting video replay and distribution technology that puts control of live video content into the hands of those who need it the most. By combining feeds from broadcast cameras, SMART Replay helps officials in football make decisions on game-changing moments. We are recruiting to expand our SMART Football VAR (Video Assistant Referee) team based in Saudi Arabia. This full time role will include frequent weekend work.
RESPONSIBILITIES »
Conduct pre-match checks to ensure the system is set up correctly
Monitor and operate the system during the match
Work with match officials, responding to their requests for replays and quickly delivering them the best possible angles to make crucial decisions
Research and development into new projects
Software performance analysis
WHAT WE WANT FROM YOU »
A strong technical grounding, ideally with a degree in a science, technology, mathematics or engineering course or equivalent
Fluency in both English and Arabic
Ideally, an interest in football
Bright and enterprising, with excellent analytical and problem solving skills
Proactive attitude and ability to work on your own initiative
Time management skills and ability to work in a high pressure, live broadcast environment
Ability to liaise with clients and customers in a professional and approachable manner
Valid driving License
Comfortable working at heights
WHAT YOU'LL GET FROM US »
A high-autonomy role with real exposure to the forefront of the sports officiating and broadcasting world
The opportunity to travel to some of the most well-known and exciting stadia around the country
Access to the some of the most intelligent, innovative and driven people in our industry
HOW TO APPLY »
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