Job Description
Full job description
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers vision is to be the premier NFL Franchise both on and off the field that sets the standard in global sports entertainment and embodies the spirit of Tampa Bay. The Buccaneers aim to employ individuals whose professionalism and dedication align with our vision.
Mission
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers organization’s vision is to be the flag-bearer for Tampa Bay past and future, while driving the next generation of NFL culture. The Buccaneers aim to employ individuals whose professionalism and dedication align with our vision.
Position Description
The Football Systems Developer is a core member of the technical team, collaborating with their manager to build and evolve custom software that supports football operations. This role designs, develops, and modernizes applications tailored to the day-to-day needs of a professional sports organization—turning requirements into reliable, maintainable products.
The position is responsible for defining and implementing data models, building and maintaining APIs, integrating disparate systems, and delivering digital tools that improve performance, automate workflows, and create competitive advantages across the club.
Essential Functions
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Serve as the hands-on lead developer for the software development function, guiding technical decisions, code standards, and implementation patterns across the organization.
•
Modernize and refactor existing applications into clean, maintainable, and scalable systems that support operational, analytical, and football-specific workflows.
•
Design and implement core data structures and integration workflows that connect scouting, coaching, video, and sports science.
Build, maintain, and secure APIs that connect internal platforms, third-party tools, and NFL-mandated technologies.
•
Lead end-to-end full-stack delivery—including requirements intake, technical design, coding, testing, deployment, and support—to ship reliable, user-centered software.
•
Work directly with Football Operations, Coaching, Scouting, and other departments to turn real-world needs into clear technical plans and shipped solutions.
•
Establish and enforce engineering best practices (version control, code reviews, documentation, testing, CI/CD) to improve quality and long-term maintainability.
•
Coordinate with vendors as needed, contributing to build-vs-buy evaluations and ensuring solutions meet performance, security, and compliance expectations.
Management Responsibilities
Employee is expected to regularly exercise discretion and independent judgment.
Non-Essential Functions
Skills & Abilities
Flexibility in a fast-paced, changing environment
Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
Ability to identify process improvements
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
Additional Skills & Abilities
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Understands how to translate strategic objectives into technical reality, and enjoys creating solutions that impact every level of a sports organization
Experience & Education
5+ years of professional software development experience, including delivering production systems end-to-end.
Experience building and maintaining APIs and integrations with third-party systems.
Experience with data modeling and working with relational databases.
Experience modernizing legacy applications.
Bonus: Experience with sports/analytics.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience.
Technical Knowledge
Knowledge of data security and confidentiality practices
Ability to manage digital files, databases, and shared drives effectively
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) or comparable tools
Additional Technical Knowledge
Familiarity with Azure (at least one of: App Service, Azure SQL MI, Storage, Fabric).
Proficiency in SQL Server: T SQL, query optimization, indexing strategies, and performance troubleshooting.
Proficiency in Visual Basic, C# and .NET Framework.
Proficiency building RESTful services and integrating with external systems.
Solid understanding of Git workflows, unit testing, and CI/CD basics.
Work Environment
Must be comfortable working in a high intensity setting, meeting tight deadlines and delivering quality results
Physical Fitness Standards
Computer and desk work a significant part of daily activities
Sitting, standing, working with hands for extended periods of time
Equal Opportunity Employer
Buccaneers Team LLC (the “Club”) provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, age, military status, genetic information, ****** orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Disclaimer
This job description is intended to set forth the core functions required for this position and describe the general nature of the work performed by employees in this position. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job. Employees may be assigned additional responsibilities as necessary. The Club reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require employees to perform other tasks if there are changes to circumstances or conditions of the Club’s business, competitive considerations, or the work environment.
Accommodations
Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily. The requirements set forth herein are representative of the duties, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a background screening.
At-Will Employment
The position covered by this Job Description is expressly declared to be “at will,” meaning the Club has the right to terminate the employee’s employment at any time, with or without cause. Any written or oral promises or representations to the contrary are expressly disavowed and should not be relied upon by any employee.
Privacy Notice
Any personal information that you provide to the Club as part of the recruitment process may be held and processed for the purposes of your registration, application and potential selection and in connection with any subsequent employment or placement at the Club. That data may be retained and further processed for the purposes of matching your skills and qualifications to future positions, identifying you as a potential candidate for future positions, to inform you of future positions, and analytics related to the Club’s recruitment practices. If you are selected for the opportunity for which you apply, your personal data may be used for the purposes of entering into a relationship with the Club, including sending you correspondence or general information relating to employment. Your personal data may be disclosed to Club affiliates and to third-party organizations providing services to the Club. Your personal data will be retained in accordance with the Club’s document retention policies and applicable laws.
It is the policy of the Buccaneers to provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, age, veteran status or any other legally protected status, including ****** orientation and gender identity.
If you require alternative methods of application or screening, you must approach the employer directly to request this as Indeed is not responsible for the employer's application process.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers vision is to be the premier NFL Franchise both on and off the field that sets the standard in global sports entertainment and embodies the spirit of Tampa Bay. The Buccaneers aim to employ individuals whose professionalism and dedication align with our vision.
Mission
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers organization’s vision is to be the flag-bearer for Tampa Bay past and future, while driving the next generation of NFL culture. The Buccaneers aim to employ individuals whose professionalism and dedication align with our vision.
Position Description
The Football Systems Developer is a core member of the technical team, collaborating with their manager to build and evolve custom software that supports football operations. This role designs, develops, and modernizes applications tailored to the day-to-day needs of a professional sports organization—turning requirements into reliable, maintainable products.
The position is responsible for defining and implementing data models, building and maintaining APIs, integrating disparate systems, and delivering digital tools that improve performance, automate workflows, and create competitive advantages across the club.
Essential Functions
•
Serve as the hands-on lead developer for the software development function, guiding technical decisions, code standards, and implementation patterns across the organization.
•
Modernize and refactor existing applications into clean, maintainable, and scalable systems that support operational, analytical, and football-specific workflows.
•
Design and implement core data structures and integration workflows that connect scouting, coaching, video, and sports science.
Build, maintain, and secure APIs that connect internal platforms, third-party tools, and NFL-mandated technologies.
•
Lead end-to-end full-stack delivery—including requirements intake, technical design, coding, testing, deployment, and support—to ship reliable, user-centered software.
•
Work directly with Football Operations, Coaching, Scouting, and other departments to turn real-world needs into clear technical plans and shipped solutions.
•
Establish and enforce engineering best practices (version control, code reviews, documentation, testing, CI/CD) to improve quality and long-term maintainability.
•
Coordinate with vendors as needed, contributing to build-vs-buy evaluations and ensuring solutions meet performance, security, and compliance expectations.
Management Responsibilities
Employee is expected to regularly exercise discretion and independent judgment.
Non-Essential Functions
Skills & Abilities
Flexibility in a fast-paced, changing environment
Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
Ability to identify process improvements
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
Additional Skills & Abilities
•
Understands how to translate strategic objectives into technical reality, and enjoys creating solutions that impact every level of a sports organization
Experience & Education
5+ years of professional software development experience, including delivering production systems end-to-end.
Experience building and maintaining APIs and integrations with third-party systems.
Experience with data modeling and working with relational databases.
Experience modernizing legacy applications.
Bonus: Experience with sports/analytics.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience.
Technical Knowledge
Knowledge of data security and confidentiality practices
Ability to manage digital files, databases, and shared drives effectively
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) or comparable tools
Additional Technical Knowledge
Familiarity with Azure (at least one of: App Service, Azure SQL MI, Storage, Fabric).
Proficiency in SQL Server: T SQL, query optimization, indexing strategies, and performance troubleshooting.
Proficiency in Visual Basic, C# and .NET Framework.
Proficiency building RESTful services and integrating with external systems.
Solid understanding of Git workflows, unit testing, and CI/CD basics.
Work Environment
Must be comfortable working in a high intensity setting, meeting tight deadlines and delivering quality results
Physical Fitness Standards
Computer and desk work a significant part of daily activities
Sitting, standing, working with hands for extended periods of time
Equal Opportunity Employer
Buccaneers Team LLC (the “Club”) provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, age, military status, genetic information, ****** orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Disclaimer
This job description is intended to set forth the core functions required for this position and describe the general nature of the work performed by employees in this position. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job. Employees may be assigned additional responsibilities as necessary. The Club reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require employees to perform other tasks if there are changes to circumstances or conditions of the Club’s business, competitive considerations, or the work environment.
Accommodations
Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily. The requirements set forth herein are representative of the duties, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a background screening.
At-Will Employment
The position covered by this Job Description is expressly declared to be “at will,” meaning the Club has the right to terminate the employee’s employment at any time, with or without cause. Any written or oral promises or representations to the contrary are expressly disavowed and should not be relied upon by any employee.
Privacy Notice
Any personal information that you provide to the Club as part of the recruitment process may be held and processed for the purposes of your registration, application and potential selection and in connection with any subsequent employment or placement at the Club. That data may be retained and further processed for the purposes of matching your skills and qualifications to future positions, identifying you as a potential candidate for future positions, to inform you of future positions, and analytics related to the Club’s recruitment practices. If you are selected for the opportunity for which you apply, your personal data may be used for the purposes of entering into a relationship with the Club, including sending you correspondence or general information relating to employment. Your personal data may be disclosed to Club affiliates and to third-party organizations providing services to the Club. Your personal data will be retained in accordance with the Club’s document retention policies and applicable laws.
It is the policy of the Buccaneers to provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, age, veteran status or any other legally protected status, including ****** orientation and gender identity.
If you require alternative methods of application or screening, you must approach the employer directly to request this as Indeed is not responsible for the employer's application process.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Football Systems Developer position is now open for candidates interested in the Software Developer Jobs sector. This role in Tampa offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Software Developer Jobs is a plus.