DraftKings

Senior Software Engineer, Sportsbook

Bulgaria

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Sportsbook, Web Application Development, Fintech & BettingIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess proven experience in building customer-facing Web Applications using JavaScript/TypeScript and popular UI frameworks such as React and/or Angular, Vue.js etc., solid knowledge of responsive web design, JavaScript object model, DOM manipulation, and core web technologies such as HTML5 and CSS3, experience in developing REST APIs using JavaScript (ES6+) and Node.js, with a solid grasp of backend service patterns (Using Express.js), familiarity with modern testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, Vitest), and working knowledge of Git and CI/CD pipelines.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will develop the company’s main front-end application using the latest web technologies, develop sophisticated and immersive sportsbook solution, dashboard visualizations, and manipulate large and complex datasets with focus on performance and scalability, conduct thorough testing and debugging to maintain the integrity of the application codebase, work closely with backend developers and architects to define solutions for new features and improvements of the product, and care about agility as much as you care about scalability, rolling out products very quickly and pivoting at a moment’s notice, and supporting and real-time monitoring of enterprise-level customer-facing applications.

Skills

JavaScript
TypeScript
React
Angular
Vue.js
HTML5
CSS3
REST API
Node.js
Express.js
Jest
Vitest
Git
CI/CD
Object-Oriented Programming
Data Structures
Architectural Thinking
Responsive Web Design
Performance Optimization
Debugging

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.

Key Metrics

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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