Lead Data Science Engineer, Sportsbook

1 Year ago • All levels • Data Analysis • $140,800 PA - $176,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

We are seeking a Lead Data Science Engineer for our Sportsbook Reinvestment team to optimize player engagement. This role involves building advanced models and algorithms, analyzing large-scale behavioral datasets, and driving impact through experimentation and productionized solutions. You will lead end-to-end modeling projects, build and test machine learning models for user behavior forecasting, personalization, and engagement enhancement. Collaboration with engineers, analysts, product managers, and marketers is crucial for translating insights into scalable solutions. Mentoring junior data scientists and communicating findings to stakeholders to influence strategy are also key responsibilities.
Must have:
  • Lead end-to-end modeling projects
  • Build and optimize machine learning models
  • Partner with cross-functional teams
  • Mentor junior data scientists
  • Strong proficiency in Python or R
  • Experience with large datasets using SQL
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Bachelor's degree in relevant field
Good to have:
  • Experience in marketing or customer lifecycle contexts
  • Experience with distributed computing platforms
Perks:
  • Bonus
  • Equity
  • Benefits

Job Details

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 are looking for a Lead Data Science Engineer to join our Sportsbook Reinvestment team, where we focus on understanding and optimizing how players engage with our Online Sportsbook products over time. As a Lead Data Science Engineer, you will be responsible for building advanced models and algorithms, analyzing large-scale behavioral datasets, and driving measurable impact through experimentation and productionized solutions.

What you'll do as a Lead Data Science Engineer

  • Lead end-to-end modeling projects to improve customer engagement and retention, from ideation to production deployment.

  • Build, test, and optimize machine learning models to forecast user behavior, personalize promotions, and enhance Sportsbook product engagement.

  • Partner with engineers, analysts, product managers, and marketers to translate insights into scalable solutions embedded within customer-facing systems.

  • Mentor junior data scientists and share modeling and engineering best practices across the team.

  • Clearly communicate findings and the impact of your models to stakeholders to influence product and marketing strategy.

What you'll bring

  • Proven experience applying machine learning and statistical modeling to solve real-world business problems, ideally in marketing or customer lifecycle contexts.

  • Experience leading and coaching other data scientists

  • Strong proficiency in Python (or R) and experience working with large datasets using SQL and distributed computing platforms.

  • Ability to structure and execute data science projects and deliver business value through production-ready models.

  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively across technical and non-technical teams.

  • A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related discipline.

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.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is 140,800.00 USD - 176,000.00 USD, plus bonus, equity, and benefits as applicable. Our ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The compensation information displayed on each job posting reflects the range for new hire pay rates for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range and how that was determined during the hiring process. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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About The Company

DraftKings Inc. (Nasdaq: DKNG) is a digital sports entertainment and gaming company. It’s simple, at DraftKings, we believe life’s more fun with skin in the game. For that reason, we’re committed to responsibly creating the world’s favorite games and betting experiences. Headquartered in Boston, with offices around the globe, we believe we can continue to define what it means to be a technology company in sports entertainment. We love what we do, and think you will too.

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