DraftKings

Senior Software Engineer

Ukraine

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Sports & Entertainment TechnologyIndustries

Position Overview

  • Location Type: [Not Specified]
  • Employment Type: Full Time
  • Salary: [Not Specified]

A challenging and rewarding opportunity to join a leading global sports and entertainment technology company. You'll be part of a multidisciplinary team developing high-scale, business-critical backend services that process millions of requests per minute, contributing to the platform's reliability, performance, and scalability.

Requirements

  • Experience: 4+ years of development experience in object-oriented programming using languages such as C# or Java.
  • Coding Skills: Strong focus on writing clean, maintainable code and making thoughtful, well-structured design decisions.
  • Containerization: Familiarity with Docker and preferably Kubernetes.
  • Testing: Experience writing and maintaining a comprehensive suite of unit and integration tests.
  • Architecture: Experience with distributed applications and working with microservice architecture, with a strong focus on high performance and scalability.
  • Observability: Experience with observability tools or monitoring systems.
  • SDLC: Familiarity with every stage of the SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle).
  • Language: Fluency in English.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain high-performance systems and APIs used by millions of users daily.
  • Work on business-critical backend services that must scale reliably under high load.
  • Follow best practices in software development, testing, and documentation, ensuring code quality, maintainability, and reliability.
  • Ensure code quality through comprehensive testing, peer reviews, and observability practices.
  • Analyze and improve observability tooling to help ensure platform visibility and traceability.
  • Collaborate in a cross-function team of engineers, product managers, and technical lead with end-to-end responsibility for delivery.
  • Participate in agile development, with the ability to adapt quickly as priorities evolve.

Application Instructions

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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 this process if necessary.

Skills

Object-Oriented Programming
C#
Java
Docker
Kubernetes
Unit Testing
Integration Testing
Microservice Architecture
Distributed Systems
Observability Tools
Monitoring Systems
SDLC
English

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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