PlayOn Sports operates one of the largest real-time data ecosystems in high school sports, spanning streaming video, ticketing, scoring, and fan engagement across NFHS Network, GoFan, and MaxPreps.
As a Senior Software Engineer, Data, You will design, build, and operate the data services and APIs that leverage PlayOn's foundational data platform and the application teams that depend on them every day. You will own service design, define event contracts, and raise the bar for quality and reliability across the Data Products portfolio.
The ideal candidate is a senior individual contributor who thrives in production data systems, values correctness and clarity, and takes ownership of critical pipelines that the business depends on every day.
The outcomes you’ll deliver
• Reliable, well-designed data services and APIs powering application teams across PlayOn's brands.
• Clean event contracts and schema alignment across PlayOn's operational data landscape.
• Production-grade services with strong observability, clear ownership, and documented SLAs.
Company Overview
PlayOn is a dynamic growth-stage company dedicated to championing the spirit of play in the high school space. Backed by KKR, our family of brands—including GoFan, NFHS Network, and MaxPreps—empowers schools with innovative solutions and exceptional service. Our fan engagement platform is the only one that offers event ticketing, streaming, fundraising, concessions, merchandise sales, and website management in one place. We save administrators time so they can focus on what truly matters: supporting the students, staff, and fans who bring their programs to life.
Trusted by thousands of schools across the country, we're here to help create more instant replays, hold-your-breath moments, last-minute comebacks, and games you want to watch over and over again.
When being there means everything, we make sure you never miss a moment.
Why you’ll love working at PlayOn
Product, potential, and people. We’re a leader in the high school event space, constantly evolving our product to meet the needs of administrators. We focus on solving real challenges, learning quickly, and creating impactful solutions.
This is a growth-stage company, meaning your contributions have real impact. You’ll have opportunities to grow your skills, tackle meaningful problems, and make a difference in the lives of schools and the students and fans they serve.
Our culture is built on accountability, collaboration, growth, and fairness. We don’t just show up—we show up for each other. Everyone wears the same jersey, and we play hard, make the extra pass, and cheer one another on. Losses teach us, challenges motivate us, and persistence drives us forward. We value integrity over shortcuts, choosing to do what’s right even when it’s hard. Together, we strive to be better every day—because we know that’s how we win as a team.
The Benefits We Offer
Multiple medical insurance plans to choose from
Dental, vision life and disability insurance
Employee Emergency Fund
Company equity (stock options)
Open PTO policy
401K plan with company match
Hybrid/flexible work environment
Note: Must be a full-time employee to participate in the company’s employee health benefit plan. Part-time employees and interns are not eligible to participate.