Senior Software Engineer

2 Months ago • 5 Years + • Backend Development

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Senior Software Engineer on the Feeds Team at DraftKings, you'll design and deliver systems connecting DraftKings to the world. You'll work on high-performance, scalable software processing data from external providers (game schedules, player rosters, etc.) enabling seamless automation of trading operations. Responsibilities include designing and developing high-performing APIs and distributed systems using C# .NET Core, integrating data from external providers, creating scalable, fault-tolerant solutions, owning specific services, mentoring other engineers, and contributing to system architecture decisions. The role offers exposure to diverse projects and working with cutting-edge technologies.
Must have:
  • 5+ years C# experience
  • Asynchronous programming
  • Multithreading & distributed systems
  • API & system design
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Message brokers (Kafka, RabbitMQ)
  • Event-driven architectures

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

As a Senior Software Engineer on the Feeds Team at DraftKings, you'll play a key role in designing and delivering systems that connect DraftKings to the world. You'll work on high-performance, scalable software that processes data from external providers (game schedules, player rosters, injuries, etc.) and enables the seamless automation of trading operations. This role offers exposure to diverse projects, ownership of critical services, and the opportunity to shape DraftKings' foundational systems while working with cutting-edge technologies.


What you’ll do as a Senior Software Engineer

  • Design and develop high-performing APIs and distributed systems using C# .NET Core, emphasizing asynchronous programming and efficient memory management.

  • Integrate data from external providers and ensure seamless delivery across internal services.

  • Create scalable, fault-tolerant solutions to handle millions of daily transactions and real-time updates.

  • Own specific services within the Feeds ecosystem, from conception to production.

  • Mentor and collaborate with other engineers, fostering a culture of code quality and technical excellence.

  • Proactively contribute to system architecture decisions, focusing on system reliability and scalability.

 
What you’ll bring   

  • 5+ years of professional experience in object-oriented programming with C#.

  • Hands-on experience with asynchronous programming, multithreading, and distributed systems.

  • Solid problem-solving skills, with the ability to think through large, interconnected systems.

  • A passion for understanding the “big picture” and delivering impactful solutions.

  • Proficiency with message brokers (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ) and event-driven architectures.

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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.

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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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