Senior Software Engineer

Posted:
9/4/2024, 7:19:18 PM

Location(s):
Dublin, Leinster, Ireland ⋅ Leinster, Ireland

Experience Level(s):
Senior

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

As Senior Software Engineer on our Sportsbook team, you'll develop high-performance software using C# .Net Core and cutting-edge technologies like Kubernetes, Kafka, and MongoDB in collaboration with engineers, product managers, and architects. You'll play a critical role in building scalable, reliable systems that handle millions of bets weekly, all while maintaining a focus on delivering an exceptional experience for passionate sports enthusiasts. You'll have the opportunity to own specific services within the Sportsbook system, see your work quickly go live, and grow your career through technical specialization and leadership.

What you’ll do as a Senior Software Engineer

  • Develop systems and APIs that process two million bets daily, focusing on a large and passionate customer base of sports enthusiasts.

  • Build scalable, highly reliable, and fault-tolerant solutions, continuously improving systems and swiftly responding to adverse behaviour.

  • Gain comprehensive knowledge of the Sportsbook system as part of a team that owns and develops specific services.

  • Quickly roll out products and contribute to live production, with the opportunity to see your work directly impact customers.

 
What you’ll bring

  • At least 3 years of experience in object-oriented programming, preferably using C# or Java. Experience with Kafka is a plus. 

  • Proficiency in writing and maintaining comprehensive unit and integration tests.

  • Familiarity with writing distributed systems within a Cloud Computing environment, such as GCP.

  • Ability to mentor and develop engineers through code reviews, design reviews, and over-the-shoulder debugging.

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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.

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