Hudl is Lincoln-based tech startup founded by UNL CSE graduates with a satellite office in Austin, Texas. The company uses technological resources to provide sports teams with secure and efficient means of sharing plays and developing strategies. With 44 employees, the company is made up of a tight-knit group of people who love what they do. Adam Parrish, who works for Hudl HR, gives an inside look of what its like to work for the company.
Bits & Bytes (BB): What makes your company stand out?
Adam Parrish (AP): We are one of only a handful of software firms that was born and raised in Lincoln. Over 75% of our staff are graduates of the University of Nebraska. We are proof that fun, exciting opportunities exist right here in town.
BB: What is the company culture like?
AP: I always joke with people that by wearing jeans you will be out-dressing our CEO, who often wears athletic shorts to work. We have a casual, comfortable atmosphere, free from the restraints of corporate America.
BB: What makes for a competitive candidate?
AP: We are always looking for candidates that believe what we believe. We hire candidates that fit our culture, and our culture is defined by our core values.
BB: What qualifications do successful applicants possess?
AP: Successful applicants must prove they have the drive to get work done. We work smart and we work hard. We expect the same tenacity from interns as we do from our full-time staff, because our goal is to convert every successful intern into a full-time hire.
BB: What is the interview process like?
AP: Most of our first interviews occur at the Scooter’s Coffeehouse directly below our office. We use this comfortable atmosphere to get to know candidates, explain the position, and answer any questions they may have. Second interviews are a bit more technical, and are conducted in our office in order to give applicants an idea of our work environment.
BB: What sort of things can the intern expect to do?
AP: The great thing about interning with us is that you can make an immediate impact in our development cycle. New features and upgrades are immediately pushed to our coaches, and all interns are involved in developing these features.
BB: I was told by the department that Hudl was founded by UNL students. Can you tell me a bit more about that?
AP: Our three co-founders started Hudl in 2006 after graduating from UNL and the Raikes School (formerly JD Edwards). They set out to find and correct the pain points where coaches struggle the most. Our playground is where sports and technology meet.
Further Information:
The company defines itself in the following way: a close group of competitive individuals who look to make their software not only personal but fun. Show that you have a passion for what you do and that you wish to pass this along to the people who use Hudl's products. Also, demonstrate that you know the value of electronic support for plays, versus the massive paper books that were used in the past.
Clients include the University of Nebraska, the University of Michigan, the New York Jets, Pennsylvania State University, and Stanford University. Hudl has also been a focus of articles for the New York Times, The Economist, and ESPN.
Understand the company's two main products, Hudl and Hudl Pro and the differences between them. The former is a basic version of Hudl Pro. It is a web-based version aimed at smaller teams. The latter allows coaches to keep videos with them and securely distribute them to their players. It also allows them to evaluate players with interactive tasks and develop and distribute play books online.
Demonstrate your love of problem-solving and your analytic skills developed from your studies. Also, show that you are interested in football and want to improve the technology teams rely on. After all, this is Nebraska.
How To Apply:
Current openings are listed on the company's website at http://www.hudl.com/jobs/.
Once you find something that interests you, send your a cover letter and resume to jobs@hudl.com.