DraftKings

Senior Software Engineer, Android

United States

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

Senior Software Engineer, Android

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. You will be part of a feature-focused, cross-functional native team, collaborating with other native developers to deliver features in both iOS and Android in lockstep and on schedule. You will contribute to technical design, write tasks, plan scope, mentor engineers, and swarm to ensure team success. You will be a creative contributor to our processes and decision-making, ensuring scalability and availability of the entire platform. You’ll be dedicated to delivering best-in-class mobile experiences, work across teams, influence product direction, and contribute to the continued evolution of our mobile platform within a dynamic enterprise environment.

Responsibilities

  • Development of high-quality Android applications that deliver engaging, reliable experiences to millions of users.
  • Architect scalable, modular, and maintainable Android codebases, leveraging modern development practices.
  • Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to define and deliver new features end-to-end.
  • Work with Jetpack libraries and explore the adoption of Jetpack Compose where it adds value to the user experience and developer velocity.
  • Stay ahead of Android platform changes, ecosystem updates, and mobile trends to keep the team’s skills and tools cutting-edge.

Requirements

  • At least 3 years of experience building and shipping Android applications using Kotlin and modern Android development principles.
  • Strong knowledge of Android architecture patterns such as MVVM, MVI, or Clean Architecture.
  • Working knowledge of Jetpack Compose and a passion for exploring modern UI frameworks.
  • Deep understanding of asynchronous programming using coroutines, flows, and reactive streams.
  • Experience integrating RESTful APIs, handling data persistence, and managing complex states in mobile apps.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines for Android, automated testing frameworks (JUnit, Espresso, Mockk), and release processes.
  • A user-focused mindset, with an ability to translate product and design requirements into intuitive mobile experiences.

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. We’ll guide you through the process if this is relevant to your role.

US Base Salary Range: $119,500.00 - $149,400.00 USD, plus bonus, equity, and benefits as applicable. Compensation is determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is influenced by work location and factors such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Note: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Skills

Android Development
Jetpack Libraries
Jetpack Compose
Mobile Development
Scalability
Codebase Architecture
API Integration
Agile Methodologies
Cross-functional Collaboration
Mentoring

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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