JOB TITLE: 1^st Team Analyst

DEPARTMENT: Soccer Analytics & Video Analysis

REPORTS TO: Head of Video Analysis

TYPE: Full-Time Regular

FLSA: Exempt

TYPE: Individual Contributor

DEADLINE TO APPLY: To ensure consideration, apply by January 4, 2026

OUR CLUB

Seattle Sounders FC is a progressive high performing collection of people who strive to achieve the highest levels of our sport while making a transformative impact in our communities in the best soccer city in America. Our culture is focused on serving one of the most passionate sports fan bases in North America who are invested in the Sounders as much for our commitment to making a positive impact in our communities as they are for winning the 2019 MLS Cup, 2022 CONCACAF Champions League, and 2025 Leagues Cup on home soil. We exist to create special moments like these, where we enrich lives and unify our fans and city through soccer.

POSITION SUMMARY 

The 1st Team Video Analyst will be responsible for aiding in the delivery of various high-level video analysis projects to provide technical and tactical insights to the 1^st team coaching staff and players. The successful candidate will encompass a versatile set of skills across video and data analysis, and a deep tactical understanding of the game.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Work in rotation with Head of Video Analysis and 1st Team Staff to scout and analyze upcoming opponents; select and annotate clips to deliver to players and staff
• Live code training sessions for player events
• Maintain a library of cataloged training sessions on Hudl platform
• Manage individual player clip libraries for player and unit review sessions
• Live-code matches in conjunction with Head of Video Analysis and offer in-game feedback to the technical staff
• Conduct post-match analysis and coding to maintain a library of principle and best-practice clips
• Provide specific analysis projects as directed by the 1st Team Staff
• Deliver insights through set-piece and goalkeeper analysis reports
• Work with Director of Analytics to provide video support for their data insights
• Liaise with PPP Coach to deliver video support of IDPs
• Other duties as assigned by Head of Video Analysis or 1^st Team Staff.

 

Qualifications

• Previous experience in analysis at the International, professional, or professional academy soccer level is preferred.
• USSF/UEFA Coaching qualifications preferred.
• Experience with industry software or data providers such as the Hudl product suite, Angles, Coach Paint, Impect, etc.
• Excellent IT skills (Mac and PC) and knowledge of databases, SQL and reporting capabilities, and working with raw data files such as XML & CSV
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; experience building presentations and incorporating data to deliver insights to the 1st Team technical staff and players. 
• Team-player attitude; Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.
• Committed to principles of diversity, equity and inclusion, and to living club values and the Sounders FC Mission to Create Moments, Enrich Lives, and Unify Through Soccer, in all interactions with colleagues, players, vendors, and fans.
• Professional and polite in all interactions.
• Extremely detail-oriented and organized.
• Adaptable and flexible for evening and weekend hours on matchdays.
• A passion for soccer and Sounders FC preferred.
• Bi-lingual (Spanish/English/Portuguese) or multi-lingual preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

• This position will work in-person from the Sounders FC Headquarters & training facility in Renton, WA.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Must reside within Washington state upon date of hire.
• Must be able to facilitate own local travel.
• Must be eligible to work in the US without sponsorship

COMPENSATION, BENEFITS & PERKS

We offer competitive compensation and an engaging, supportive environment that prioritizes the health and well-being of our people.

The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $90,000. Base salary at time of offer is based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, internal equity, and current market conditions. 

In addition to financial compensation, we provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your overall well-being and professional growth, including:

• Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage: We offer 100% employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision premiums for you and your dependents. For employees enrolled in our HSA healthcare plan, annual employer contributions to a Health Savings Account (HSA) — $1,000 for employee-only coverage and $2,000 for spouse or family coverage.
• Generous Paid Time Off & Leave: We offer unlimited paid vacation, paid company holidays, and paid sick leave in compliance with Seattle’s Paid Sick and Safe Time ordinance. We also provide paid bereavement leave and paid jury duty leave to support you during life’s critical moments.
• Retirement Planning Support: 401(k) retirement plan matching, helping you secure your financial future with ease.
• Inclusive Parental Leave: Our gender-neutral parental leave program provides 12–16 weeks of paid leave, inclusive of Washington Paid Family & Medical Leave (PFML), giving new parents the time and support they need during this important life stage.
• Peace of Mind Coverage: Employer-paid long-term disability coverage, as well as basic life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) coverage, providing financial protection and peace of mind for you and your family.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy complimentary tickets to matches and employer-funded ORCA cards for transit, making it easier for you to experience the excitement firsthand.
• Continuous Growth Opportunities: We invest in your learning and development through various programs and resources.
• Community Engagement: We provide a variety of volunteer opportunities that align with our social impact goals and RAVE Foundation initiatives, empowering you to make a meaningful difference in the Seattle community.