Senior Software Engineer, Backend

Job Posted 4 Days Ago Posted 4 Days Ago
Remote
Mid level
Digital Media • Gaming • Information Technology • Software • Sports • Esports
It’s simple, at DraftKings, we believe life’s more alive with skin in the game.
The Role
As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll develop systems and APIs, ensure scalability, lead teams, and contribute to exciting, agile product development.
Summary Generated by Built In

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, you'll be part of one of our multidisciplinary teams where you'll work closely with designers, product managers, and data analysts. 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
What you'll do as a Senior Software Engineer, Backend

  • You will be developing systems and APIs that power a rich set of applications used by a large and passionate group of users every day.
  • Care about agility as much as you care about scalability. We roll out products very quickly and are looking for a team that can pivot at a moment's notice.
  • We're constantly growing and forming new teams; you will be able to lead either as an engineer or transition into a manager role.


What you'll bring:

  • Ideally, you have 3+ years of development experience in object-oriented programming using languages such as C# or Java.
  • You have a strong knowledge of OOP and REST design principles.
  • 1+ years of relational database experience, including schema design and SQL
  • You also have experience writing and maintaining a comprehensive suite of unit and integration tests.
  • Experience writing distributed systems in a Cloud Computing environment such as AWS strongly preferred.
  • Ability to grow other engineers through code reviews, design reviews, and over-the-shoulder debugging.


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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.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is 119,500.00 USD - 149,400.00 USD, plus bonus, equity, and benefits as applicable. Our ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The compensation information displayed on each job posting reflects the range for new hire pay rates for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range and how that was determined during the hiring process. 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.

Top Skills

AWS
C#
Java
SQL

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The Company
New York, NY
4,500 Employees
Hybrid Workplace
Year Founded: 2012

What We Do

DraftKings is a global digital sports entertainment and technology company created to fuel the competitive spirit of sports fans with products that range across daily fantasy, regulated gaming, and digital media.

Founded in 2012 by Jason Robins, Matt Kalish, and Paul Liberman – DraftKings’ vision is to be one of the world’s largest and most beloved digitally-led consumer companies, reaching people all over the world and creating incredible and engaging experiences for our customers.

More than 4,000 teammates in six countries work together to create our world-class products. We're inspired by our shared passion for developing creative solutions to complex challenges and empowering the people around us to do their best work. We are industry leaders in the digital entertainment and technology space and are propelled by constant curiosity and diverse perspectives. From our engineering team, to our marketing team, to our customer experience team – our people have taken DraftKings from an industry disrupter to an iconic sports brand, and we’re only getting started.

Why Work With Us

We are fueled by our passion for developing the next generation of products for our customers. We empower our teammates to do their best by solving complex and unique challenges together. Whether you’re data-obsessed, tech-driven, or love working with different people each day, you know that DraftKings is here to support your next big idea.

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