Senior Software Engineer

About DraftKings

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

We're looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our cutting-edge games infra team, where you'll design and develop innovative solutions for our industry-leading gaming platform. As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll tackle complex challenges, work with the latest technologies, and shape the future of online gaming.

What you'll do as a Senior Software Engineer

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable microservices based applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build reliable, high-performance systems.
• Optimize database performance and write efficient queries for PostgreSQL and MySQL.
• Work with Kubernetes (K8s) to deploy, scale, and manage services.
• Continuously learn new technologies and adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and ensure code quality through best practices.

What you'll bring

• At least 4 years of experience in software engineering with a strong background in C#.
• Experience working with NodeJS and Typescript- An advantage.
• Proficiency in relational databases like PostgreSQL and MySQL.
• Hands-on experience with microservices architecture and related best practices.
• Knowledge of containerization and orchestration tools, particularly k8s.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies quickly and apply them effectively.
• Experience with distributed systems and scalable application design is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• English at a high level, both written and spoken.

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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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