Software Engineer, Unity

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 Software Engineer, Unity, you'll help shape the future of our WebGL games for web and mobile. In this role, you'll help craft high-quality gameplay experiences using the Unity engine, collaborating with designers, artists, and developers to bring bold creative visions to life. You'll have the opportunity to innovate, solve technical challenges, and deliver immersive games enjoyed by players in a dynamic and fast-paced iGaming environment.

What You'll Do

• Develop, deploy, and operate live casino games in a scalable and reliable 24/7 iGaming environment.

• Design and maintain casino gameplay systems, mechanics, and features within Unity, collaborating with designers, artists, and developers to translate concepts into functional features.

• Optimize game performance across multiple platforms and devices, ensuring smooth gameplay experiences.

• Triage and debug software application issues, resolving technical challenges and creating prototypes to test new game mechanics and tools.

• Write clear, maintainable code and documentation while staying updated with Unity’s latest features and best practices.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or any relevant combination of education, experience, and training.

• At least 1 year of experience in Unity development, whether from professional experience, internships, coursework, or personal projects.

• Proficiency in C# and object-oriented programming.

• Knowledge of mobile and web game development standards, with a focus on performance optimization.

• Strong analytical skills to solve technical challenges and write clean, efficient, and maintainable code.

• A collaborative mindset, thriving in a team environment to deliver high-quality, innovative solutions.

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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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