Software Engineering Manager

Posted:
10/3/2024, 7:33:31 PM

Location(s):
London, England, United Kingdom ⋅ England, United Kingdom

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 a Software Engineering Manager, you will oversee the daily operations of an Engineering team that plays a critical role in developing solutions that power our platform and drive our business forward.  You’ll focus on automation and efficiency within our Sportsbook vertical and you’ll lead the team responsible for building complex low latency systems to support data science decision-making at scale.  You'll mentor team members, fostering a culture of learning and improvement while driving high-quality technical work.

What you’ll do as a Software Engineering Manager

  • Lead all day-to-day aspects for an Engineering team, including scrum ceremonies, project management, and your team's roadmap. 

  • Support the growth and development of your direct team by providing regular feedback, guidance, and mentorship, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and learning.

  • Lead design sessions and ensure delivery of high-quality work that aligns with the goals of our applications and platform.

  • Hold responsibility for all technical aspects of your team, with a willingness and desire to get hands-on with technical design and coding as needed. 

  • Collaborate with business leaders across the company to define milestones and deliverables for adding new functionality to existing applications.

  • Work with your team under fast deadlines to design, build, and deliver innovative applications.

What you’ll bring   

  • Experience leading a development team, managing the full lifecycle of key features, including planning, delivery, and ongoing maintenance.

  • Strong mentorship and leadership skills, with experience managing a small team.

  • Proficiency in at least one object-oriented language, such as C# or Java.

  • Familiarity with .NET Framework or .NET Core is preferred.

  • Experience with message brokers like Kafka is an advantage.

  • Knowledge of modern cloud technologies, including AWS services and infrastructure.

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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