DraftKings

Full-Stack Engineer, Daily Fantasy Sports

Bulgaria

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

Full-Stack Engineer

Employment Type: Full-time

Position Overview

We’re defining what it means to build and deliver the most extraordinary sports and entertainment experiences. Our global team is trailblazing new markets, developing cutting-edge products, and shaping the future of responsible gaming. Here, “impossible” isn’t part of our vocabulary. You’ll face some of the toughest but most rewarding challenges of your career. They’re worth it. Channeling your inner grit will accelerate your growth, help us win as a team, and create unforgettable moments for our customers.

As a Full-Stack Engineer, you will be part of a tight-knit and stable team that owns a specific area of our platform, from the UI to the database. The Daily Fantasy Sports team drives DraftKings’ original product with year-round sports contests, focusing on innovation, scalability, and operational excellence. You will work alongside senior engineers who will help bring you up to speed, ensuring a smooth transition into your role. We value collaboration and your ability to contribute meaningfully within your team, providing an excellent platform to grow your engineering career.

Responsibilities

  • Actively participate in the research of the software components behind the team tasks and have a good understanding of the architecture and design of the team's product.
  • Write clean, maintainable, and readable code while adhering to team coding quality standards. This includes writing different types of tests.
  • Participate in code reviews and provide guidance to drive personal and code quality improvements.
  • Investigate problems of diverse scopes, identify, and resolve problems of different complexity.
  • Care about agility as much as you care about scalability. We roll out products very quickly and are looking for a team that can pivot at a moment’s notice.

Requirements

  • At least 2 years of professional experience as a Software Engineer.
  • Familiarity with Object-oriented design, as well as Design patterns, Algorithms and Data Structures.
  • Experience using C#, ASP.NET (.NET 8+), React, TypeScript and front-end tooling.
  • Strong working knowledge of jQuery.
  • Good understanding of web technologies and protocols such as HTTP, HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript.
  • Ambition to grow and inspire other engineers to follow your example.

Company Information

We’re a publicly traded (NASDAQ: DKNG) technology company headquartered in Boston. As a regulated gaming company, you may be required to obtain a gaming license issued by the appropriate state agency as a condition of employment. Don’t worry, we’ll guide you through the process if this is relevant to your role.

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Skills

Object-oriented design
Code review
Testing
Scalability
Agility
UI development
Database management

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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