Release Manager, Mobile

About DraftKings

At DraftKings, AI is becoming an integral part of both our present and future, powering how work gets done today, guiding smarter decisions, and sparking bold ideas. It’s transforming how we enhance customer experiences, streamline operations, and unlock new possibilities. Our teams are energized by innovation and readily embrace emerging technology. We’re not waiting for the future to arrive. We’re shaping it, one bold step at a time. To those who see AI as a driver of progress, come build the future together.

The Crown Is Yours

As a Mobile App Release Manager at DraftKings, you'll the delivery of DraftKings' mobile experiences, overseeing every phase of the release lifecycle. You’ll design and refine processes, align cross-functional teams, and ensure every release meets quality, compliance, and timing expectations. This role demands more than coordination, you’ll bring clarity to complexity, enforce accountability, and keep multiple moving parts operating in lockstep.

What you’ll do as a Mobile App Release Manager

• Create, package, and submit iOS and Android builds in compliance with app store requirements

• Coordinate with Regulatory and Release Management to ensure documentation and approvals are complete pre-launch

• Align Engineering, QA, and Product teams on release scope, readiness, and versioning

• Lead regression testing cycles with QA and validate releases against acceptance criteria

• Manage internal and external beta programs, driving feedback collection and integration

• Support phased rollouts and A/B testing with Product and Analytics teams

• Monitor live app performance using dashboards and alerts for stability and adoption

• Communicate release status, risks, and outcomes to stakeholders clearly and consistently
  
  

What you’ll bring

• Experience managing mobile releases for iOS and Android

• Strong knowledge of app store submission processes and tooling (Xcode, Android Studio, CI/CD, Git)

• Familiarity with QA and defect resolution workflows

• Excellent communication, organization, and cross-functional leadership skills

• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments and manage multiple releases concurrently

• Experience with mobile monitoring and analytics tools (e.g., Firebase, DataDog)

• Interest in leveraging AI-driven tools to improve release or testing processes

• Bonus: Experience with LaunchDarkly or similar feature flag tools; background in gaming, fintech, or regulated industries

Join Our Team

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.

Ready to Own What's Next?

We know finding a new job can be intimidating. Don't let imposter syndrome stop you from applying! Even if you don't think you tick off every box in this job description, we'd still love for you to apply or join our Talent Community. 

DraftKings is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not tolerate discrimination of any kind and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of your gender identity, race, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability.

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