DraftKings

Senior Software Engineer, iOS

Canada

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

Senior Software Engineer, iOS

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 Software Engineer, iOS, you’ll be part of one of our multidisciplinary teams where you’ll work closely with designers, product managers, and data analysts to deliver best-in-class mobile experiences. You’ll be a creative contributor to our processes and decision-making so when we build new features, we can ensure scalability and availability of the entire platform. With strong iOS expertise and a collaborative mindset, you’ll 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 iOS applications that deliver engaging, reliable experiences to millions of users.
  • Architect scalable, modular, and maintainable iOS codebases, leveraging modern development practices.
  • Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to define and deliver new features end-to-end.
  • Promote iOS best practices, including clean architecture, dependency injection, and efficient UI rendering.
  • Monitor app performance, reliability, and crash analytics to drive continuous improvement.
  • Stay ahead of iOS platform changes, ecosystem updates, and mobile trends to keep the team’s skills and tools cutting-edge.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and technical excellence within the iOS engineering community.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience building and shipping iOS applications using Swift and SwiftUI development principles.
  • Strong knowledge of iOS architecture patterns such as MVVM.
  • Experience integrating RESTful APIs, handling data persistence, and managing complex states in mobile apps.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines for iOS, automated testing frameworks (XCUITest), and release processes is a plus.
  • Strong code quality practices, including code reviews, unit testing, and writing clean, maintainable code.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills with cross-functional teams.
  • A user-focused mindset, with an ability to translate product and design requirements into intuitive mobile experiences.
  • #LI-MF1

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. Don’t worry, we’ll guide you through the process if this is relevant to your role.

Application Instructions

Please refer to the original job posting for specific application instructions.

Skills

iOS Development
Mobile Application Development
Swift
Objective-C
Architecture
Scalability
Collaboration
UI Rendering
Performance Monitoring
Crash Analytics

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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