[Remote] Senior Product Researcher at DraftKings

United States

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Requirements

  • At least 5 years of experience as a hands-on researcher for digital products
  • Experience in a lead role or central point of contact for a large product area with many stakeholders
  • Expertise in a broad range of methodologies, including ethnographic research, site visits, interviews, usability testing, surveys, lean experimentation, etc
  • Experience partnering with product analytics to integrate quantitative and qualitative insights
  • Strong written and verbal presentation skills
  • Ability to prioritize research projects based on organizational goals and product roadmaps
  • Experience collaborating and partnering strategically with Design, Product, and other partners to drive and influence product decisions
  • Familiarity with research tools such as UserTesting, Alchemer, and Dovetail
  • Experience with MaxDiff methodology
  • Experience with bonus, equity, and benefits as applicable

Responsibilities

  • Lead impactful research initiatives to shape the future of products experience
  • Derive insights to inform product strategies across teams
  • Partner with product analytics to present research insights and recommendations
  • Lead strategic design and execution of user-centered research and usability studies
  • Interpret research results, derive implications, and perform market analysis
  • Gather strategic intelligence to provide insights regarding market trends and customer needs
  • Stay current with research techniques and tools in the field of User Experience
  • Direct approaches for research projects and ensure the most effective and efficient resources are used
  • Present ideas, thoughts, and information persuasively
  • Collaborate and partner strategically with Design, Product, and other partners to drive and influence product decisions

Skills

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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