Lead Software Engineer, Android

2 Months ago • 5 Years + • Mobile Development

Job Summary

Job Description

Lead Software Engineer, Android will develop and enhance cutting-edge Sportsbook features on Android native apps using the latest technologies and best practices. Responsibilities include developing systems and APIs, working with the Product Team to define technical requirements, maintaining high code quality, ensuring agility and scalability, and mentoring junior team members. The role requires strong technical skills, creative problem-solving, and a collaborative spirit. The team owns real-time sports betting, live scores, personalized recommendations, search, and streaming features.
Must have:
  • 5+ years Android development experience
  • Kotlin & Android SDK proficiency
  • Custom views, animations, reactive programming
  • OOP, Design Patterns, native OS capabilities
  • REST APIs, Dependency Injection, debugging
Good to have:
  • Jetpack Compose
  • Redux

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’re looking for a Lead Software Engineer, Android to join our Sportsbook Mobile team. This team is at the forefront of developing and enhancing our cutting-edge Sportsbook features on iOS and Android native apps, using the latest native technologies and best practices. Our team owns real-time sports betting, live scores, personalized recommendations, search, streaming, and more. In this role, you will have an opportunity to transform product vision into high-quality features that put the customer first. This role requires a high level of personal accountability and a blend of strong technical skills, creative problem-solving, and a collaborative spirit.

What you’ll do as a Lead Software Engineer, Android

  • Develop systems and APIs that power a rich set of applications used by a large and passionate group of users every day.

  • Develop new features, iterating on the current systems, and maintaining our high code quality.

  • Care about agility as much as you care about scalability. We roll out products very quickly and are looking for a team that can pivot at a moment’s notice.

  • Work closely with the Product Team to understand the scope of the project and define technical requirements.

  • Mentor and grow junior members of the team in best practices.

What you’ll bring

  •  ​At least 5 years of experience in Android development.

  • Proficiency in Kotlin and Android SDKs.

  • Experience with custom views, animations, and reactive programming (RxKotlin/RxJava, Kotlin coroutines).

  • Strong knowledge of OOP principles, Design Patterns, and native OS capabilities.

  • Expertise in app signing, deployment processes, and consumer app best practices.

  • Experience with REST APIs, Dependency Injection, and debugging.

  • Familiarity with Jetpack Compose and Redux is a plus. 

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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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