DraftKings

Senior Data Engineer, Games

Canada

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Gaming, Entertainment, Sports BettingIndustries

Senior Data Engineer, Games

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. The Crown Is Yours.

As a Senior Data Engineer, Games, you will lead the design and implementation of reliable, scalable systems for transforming raw data into structured, usable formats that power data products, reporting, and operational workflows. You’ll operate across varied business domains and play a critical role in aligning technical solutions with business strategy. Your work will enable clean, performant data solutions that drive impact at scale. If you're excited about solving complex data challenges in a fast-paced, high-growth environment, come join us and grow your career at DraftKings. Your work will create the next generation of immersive, data-powered gaming experiences that captivate audiences worldwide.

Responsibilities

  • Dive into the world of DraftKings to understand the systems and data structures that support our products.
  • Work with engineering, product, and business teams to design data solutions that meet application and reporting requirements.
  • Design, build, and maintain robust data pipelines and models that power enterprise-level decision-making and cross-domain data products.
  • Establish and enforce best practices around data quality, testing frameworks, and system monitoring.
  • Drive continuous improvement in the performance and reliability of large-scale data processing workflows.
  • Write, maintain, and optimize SQL code with cloud MPP data warehouse platforms (e.g. Snowflake).

Requirements

  • 4+ years of experience in Data Engineering or a closely related field, with demonstrated expertise in building and maintaining production data systems.
  • Advanced SQL skills and deep experience implementing complex business logic and performance-optimized transformations at scale.
  • Expertise with modern cloud-based data platforms (e.g., Snowflake, BigQuery, Redshift) and experience managing large, distributed data environments.
  • Strong understanding of data architecture and dimensional modeling principles, with a track record of designing enterprise-grade schemas.
  • Proven ability to lead projects through agile software development lifecycles and mentor junior team members.
  • Proficiency with version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaborative engineering practices.
  • Ability to quickly learn industry and DraftKings-specific domain knowledge and leverage it to deliver solutions for critical business needs.

Company Information

Join Our Team. 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.

Skills

Data Pipelines
SQL
Cloud Data Warehousing
Data Modeling
Data Quality
System Monitoring
Performance Optimization
Data Processing
Cross-domain Data Integration

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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