Senior Lead Software Engineer, Android

Position Overview

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

Job Summary: 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

This role involves developing cutting-edge Sportsbook features using the latest native technologies. You’ll be joining a team that owns real-time sports betting, live scores, personalized recommendations, search, and streaming functionality. The opportunity exists to transform product vision into high-quality features that put the customer first.

Requirements

• Experience: Proven track record as a technical expert on Android development with extensive experience in Android Clean architecture, Kotlin, and modern development practices like MVVM, MVI, and Jetpack Compose.
• Technical Skills:
  • Deep understanding of Android’s internal complexities.
  • Proficiency in interfacing with backend systems through BFFs, APIs, and WebSockets.
• Leadership Skills: Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide teams, prioritize customer experience, and drive high standards of software engineering practices across multiple teams.
• Problem-Solving: Excellent problem-solving, troubleshooting, and real-time decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Technology Roadmap: Own the Android technology roadmap and advocate for technical priorities.
• Architecture & Design: Drive the architecture, design, development, testing, maintenance, and operations of Android apps written in Kotlin.
• Mentorship: Mentor and guide Software Engineers, partnering with managers to deliver feedback and create growth opportunities.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Design, Product, Backend, and Platform stakeholders, and partner with iOS counterparts to ensure feature parity across platforms.
• Stakeholder Management: Serve as the primary Android engineering voice within the organization, syncing with team leads and business partners to define milestones and deliverables.
• Best Practices: Lead design sessions, establish coding standards, and promote best software engineering practices to deliver high-quality code.
• Innovation: Tackle complex technical challenges and develop proof-of-concepts to drive innovation or reduce risks for upcoming projects.

Application Instructions

• Not specified

Company Information

• Company Type: Publicly traded (NASDAQ: DKNG) technology company
• Headquarters: Boston
• Note: You may be required to obtain a gaming license issued by the appropriate state agency as a condition of employment.

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