Frontend Engineer

Posted:
9/16/2024, 8:39:37 PM

Location(s):
Illinois, United States ⋅ Chicago, Illinois, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior

Field(s):
Software Engineering

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

Take the next step in your career by joining our Live Games Studio where we combine live video and real-time player interactions to build a portfolio of world class live dealer experiences.
As a Client-Side Software Engineer, you’ll be a part of a game development team, building dynamic UI that integrates real-time data. Working closely with design, back-end, and product teams, you’ll ensure a seamless and visually captivating experience for players. This is your chance to contribute to a new generation of games at DraftKings Game Studios.

 
What you’ll do as a Software Engineer

  • Develop and maintain games with dynamic UIs that integrate real-time data and interactions.

  • Collaborate with design, back-end, and product teams to deliver features and optimize the gaming experience.

  • Write and maintain unit tests to ensure code stability and reliability.

  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues to continuously improve game functionality and user experience.

  • Work with real-time technologies, creating and integrating custom solutions where needed.

 
What you’ll bring:

  • At least 2 years of experience in front-end development using TypeScript, React, Redux, HTML, and CSS.

  • Optional experience with Three.js or similar technologies.

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work independently as part of a fast-growing team.

  • Strong problem-solving skills and an eagerness to learn in a collaborative, agile environment.

  • Optional experience with writing and maintaining comprehensive unit tests to ensure code quality.

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.

DraftKings

Website: https://www.draftkings.com/

Headquarter Location: Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Employee Count: 1001-5000

Year Founded: 2012

IPO Status: Public

Last Funding Type: Post-IPO Equity

Industries: Fantasy Sports ⋅ Gaming ⋅ Online Games ⋅ Sports