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Student Placement: Tennis Systems Operator 2025/26

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Hawk-Eye Innovations Ltd

2mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need a technical background, problem-solving skills, teamwork abilities, a passion for innovation, and an interest in tennis, while studying for an undergraduate degree.
  • You will install and set up Hawk-Eye hardware, liaise with stakeholders, monitor systems during games, resolve technical issues, assist with broadcasts, and maintain equipment.

Requirements

  • A technical grounding
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
  • A passion for innovation
  • A willingness to learn
  • The ability to thrive in a fast-paced and pressurised environment
  • An interest in the sport of Tennis
  • Must be currently studying towards an undergraduate degree

Responsibilities

  • Installation and setup of Hawk-Eye hardware in the build-up to matches, including setting up our cameras, calibrating the system and performing pre-match checks.
  • Liaise with key stakeholders including broadcasters and TV directors for creative impact
  • Liaising with match officials, tournament third parties, organisers and officials to ensure all contractual obligations are seamlessly delivered for our arrival.
  • Monitoring and Operation of the Hawk-Eye ball-tracking and broadcast systems during every game.
  • Assisting with our 'SMART Production' broadcast delivery at tennis events throughout the year.
  • Providing quick resolutions for any technical issues
  • Contribute to research and development of new projects
  • Maintenance of kit and equipment needed to operate the system

FAQs

What qualifications do I need to apply for the Tennis Systems Operator position?

You must be currently studying towards an undergraduate degree and have a technical grounding, strong problem-solving skills, and excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

What is the expected start date for this position?

The expected start date for the Tennis Systems Operator position is Summer 2025.

How much does the role pay?

The salary for the Tennis Systems Operator position is ÂŁ20,000.

Will my travel expenses be covered?

Yes, all travel, accommodation, and daily living allowance expenses will be paid by Hawk-Eye during your extensive global travel to Tennis events.

What are the working hours like in this role?

Due to the nature of the sports industry, working hours can include weekends and midweek evenings, and you are expected to fulfil your role until the last ball has been hit.

Will I have opportunities to specialize in a specific area?

Yes, you will be exposed to various areas and can specialize throughout your time in the Tennis department, potentially joining a more project-focused team for office-based work.

What types of tasks will I be responsible for?

You will be responsible for installing and setting up Hawk-Eye hardware, monitoring and operating systems during games, and liaising with stakeholders among other tasks.

Does this position require extensive travel?

Yes, you can expect to spend up to 220 days per year on tour away from home at various tennis events worldwide.

Are there any challenges I should be aware of for this role?

Yes, challenges include high-pressure situations during live broadcasts, working and living in different time zones, and potential missed social events due to travel.

What does the application process look like?

The application process includes submitting your CV, completing an application form, a one-way video interview, an online assessment, and potentially attending an assessment event.

What kind of team culture does Hawk-Eye promote?

Hawk-Eye promotes a team culture based on innovation, teamwork, and a passion for sports, fostering a supportive environment for all team members.

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Hawk-Eye Innovations Ltd

Pioneering technology making sports fairer, safer, more engaging, and better informed since 2001.

Technology
Industry
201-500
Employees
1999
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We are a group of inventors, mathematicians, developers, technical gurus, production experts, and above all sports fans who develop and deliver the most sophisticated officiating, production, tracking and analytics tools in sport. Beginning with tennis and cricket in 2001, we continue to diversify and grow into new sports and new applications, making sports fairer, safer, more engaging, and better informed. The world’s biggest sporting events trust Hawk-Eye to make the right call, when it matters most. Hawk-Eye Innovations form a key part of the Sony Sports Innovations Group with a shared mission to deliver best-in-class officiating, broadcast, and digital solutions to the sports world. We are always on the hunt for new talent! We want people who are going to embrace entrepreneurialism, come up with great ideas, and most importantly be passionate about what they do.

Culture & Values

  • We are brave

    Confident in solving almost impossible problems, pioneering and ambitious for our clients and for ourselves. We are bold leaders in the industry, driven by possibilities and striving with pace and energy. We understand our risks and love the challenge.

  • We are owners

    Our business is our own; we feel every win, and especially the losses. We take pride in excellence, and trust ourselves to do what’s right, relentlessly. We make decisions like owners, with endeavour and entrepreneurialism. We are serious about what we do, and have fun whilst doing it.

  • We are inclusive

    We are one team; a community that’s connected and open. No secrets, no politics, just honesty and respect. We value diverse thinking, diverse people - this helps us innovate. We treat people as people, who are all integral to our success and we celebrate as one.

Benefits

  • Flexible & Remote Working

  • Generous Annual Leave

  • Company Reward Schemes

  • Tickets to Sporting Events

  • Health & Wellness Activities

  • Onsite Gym

  • Free Access to Unmind App

  • Sony Discounts

  • Pension Scheme