Data and Insight Scientist

• Strong ability to transform complex information into simple, engaging and decision-ready visual outputs for non-technical audiences.

• Experience using AI-assisted coding and development tools to accelerate application design, visualisation, coding, prototyping and workflow automation.

• Demonstrable experience in data visualisation, dashboard development and interactive analytical applications, using Streamlit, Tableau or similar technologies.

• Practical experience using Python or similar analytical technologies to manipulate, analyse and visualise data.

• Ability to combine traditional analytical tools with modern AI development workflows to rapidly build, test and iterate user-focused products.

• Experience connecting, analysing and presenting information from multiple data sources and disciplines.

• Strong visual judgement and understanding of information design and data storytelling.

• Working knowledge of data structures, SQL or similar approaches to accessing and managing data would be advantageous.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with coaches, analysts, scientists and multidisciplinary performance practitioners.

• Ability to understand performance questions and translate them into practical analytical solutions, rather than simply reporting data.

• Experience with in elite sport, player development or another high-performance environment would be advantageous but is not essential.

• Relevant qualification or equivalent practical experience in data analytics, performance analysis, sports science, computer science or a related discipline.

• Curious, creative and solutions-focused, with a willingness to experiment with new technologies and ways of working to improve the speed and quality of delivery.

• A growth mindset, commitment to continuous learning

• Ability to communicate and work through the medium of Welsh is desirable.

• Design and develop high-quality player and performance data visualisations, dashboards and interactive applications, using AI-assisted development, visualisation software and modern coding workflows to accelerate delivery and innovation.

• Translate complex player and performance data into clear, intuitive and decision-ready insight for coaches and multidisciplinary performance teams.

• Bring together data from Performance Analysis, Physical Performance, Medical, Behavioural Performance, Talent and other relevant sources to create an integrated view of player performance and development.

• Develop and maintain self-service analytical tools and applications that enable coaches and practitioners to access, explore and understand player information effectively.

• Support the development of player trajectory, national depth chart and pathway visualisations, making changes in performance, progression and opportunity visible over time.

• Produce high-quality player, positional, cohort and pathway reporting to support player reviews, development conversations and performance planning.

• Work closely with coaches and practitioners to understand performance questions and translate these into practical analytical products and visual solutions.

• Rapidly build, test and iterate new applications and analytical products, using feedback from coaches and practitioners to continually improve their usability and impact.

• Work collaboratively with data scientists and other technical specialists to translate advanced analytical work and models into accessible tools, applications and visualisations that can be used within performance environments.

• Support the development and maintenance of the Player Intelligence System, improving how multidisciplinary player information is connected, organised, visualised and communicated.

• Improve the efficiency and consistency of recurring reporting and analytical processes through automation, reusable workflows and modern development tools.

• Support strong data quality and consistency, identifying gaps or issues that could affect the reliability of performance outputs.

• Maintain awareness of emerging developments in data visualisation, application design, AI-assisted development and sports analytics, applying relevant approaches to continually improve delivery.

• Act as an outstanding ambassador for Welsh Rugby, representing the organisation with integrity, collaboration and professionalism.

• Carry out duties in support of the WRU Strategic Mission, Purpose and Values.

The WRU require that individuals are proficient in IT skills, specifically Microsoft…