DraftKings

Data Engineer, FinOps

Canada

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Gaming, BiotechnologyIndustries

Position Overview

  • Location Type: Remote
  • Employment Type: Full time
  • Salary: Not specified

As a Data Engineer, FinOps, you’ll combine data engineering and analytics to help improve cloud cost visibility and accountability. Working closely with product, finance, and engineering partners, you’ll build reliable, automated reporting solutions that drive smarter infrastructure decisions across the organization.

Requirements

  • SQL: Experience with SQL
  • Python: Familiarity with Python
  • Cloud Data Platforms: Experience with modern cloud data platforms (e.g., Snowflake, BigQuery)
  • Data Visualization: Familiarity with data visualization and reporting tools (Tableau, Looker, Excel, etc.)
  • Cloud Cost Concepts: Understanding of cloud cost data and FinOps concepts (or willingness to learn)
  • Workflow Automation: Exposure to workflow orchestration or automation tools (e.g., Airflow, AWS Lambda)
  • Communication Skills: Strong communication skills, with an ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams.

Responsibilities

  • Design and deliver data reports and dashboards using tools like Tableau, Looker, Excel, and CloudZero.
  • Build and maintain automated data pipelines using technologies like Python, Airflow, and cloud-native services (e.g., AWS Lambda, BigQuery, Snowflake).
  • Translate complex cloud cost data into clear, actionable insights for both technical and business stakeholders.
  • Integrate infrastructure usage data with business metrics to create a centralized view of cloud spend.
  • Identify and automate manual reporting processes to improve efficiency and reliability.

Company Information

  • Company Type: Publicly traded (NASDAQ: DKNG) technology company
  • Headquarters: Boston
  • Industry: Regulated gaming company
  • Note: You may be required to obtain a gaming license issued by the appropriate state agency as a condition of employment. The company will guide you through the process if relevant.

Skills

SQL
Python
Snowflake
BigQuery
Tableau
Looker
Excel
CloudZero
Airflow
AWS Lambda
Cloud Cost Concepts
Workflow Automation
Data Visualization
Data Pipelines
Cloud Data Platforms

DraftKings

Online platform for fantasy sports and betting

About DraftKings

DraftKings operates in the online gaming and entertainment industry, focusing on daily fantasy sports, sports betting, and online casino games. Users can engage in daily fantasy sports contests for cash prizes, place bets on various sports events, and play casino games like slots, blackjack, roulette, and poker. The platform also includes a marketplace for digital collectibles, allowing users to buy, sell, and trade NFTs of celebrities. DraftKings ensures compliance with gaming regulations, providing a secure environment for its users. Unlike many competitors, DraftKings offers a diverse range of gaming options and revenue streams, attracting a wide audience of sports fans, gamblers, and digital collectors. The company's goal is to create a comprehensive and safe platform for users to enjoy various gaming activities and digital asset trading.

Boston, MassachusettsHeadquarters
2012Year Founded
$911.4MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Crypto & Web3, GamingIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Performance Bonus
Company Equity

Risks

Class action lawsuit for alleged unlawful account termination could damage reputation.
Accusations of collusion with FanDuel may lead to antitrust investigations.
Sportsbook+ in New York may face regulatory scrutiny over its subscription model.

Differentiation

DraftKings offers a unique combination of fantasy sports, sports betting, and online casino games.
The company has ventured into the NFT market, expanding its digital collectibles offerings.
DraftKings ensures a secure gaming environment through compliance with gaming authorities.

Upsides

Partnership with Delta Air Lines could open new revenue streams through in-flight gaming.
Launch of Sportsbook+ in New York offers enhanced odds, attracting more subscribers.
Entry into the NFT market taps into the growing digital collectibles trend.

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