Senior Software Engineer, Backend

📋 Description

• • As a Senior Software Engineer, Backend at DraftKings Inc., you will be at the forefront of developing and enhancing the high-scale backend systems that power real-time experiences for millions of customers. This role is pivotal in shaping the future of our technology, especially as Artificial Intelligence becomes increasingly integral to our operations, customer interactions, and strategic decision-making. You will be instrumental in building the robust infrastructure that supports our 24/7 sports betting environment, ensuring speed, consistency, and reliability for our engaged user base.
• • From your first day, you will be expected to contribute production-ready code, driving the delivery of new features and capabilities. Your responsibilities will encompass the entire software development lifecycle, from the initial conceptualization and design of scalable backend systems and APIs to their long-term maintenance, performance tuning, and continuous improvement. This end-to-end ownership is crucial in a fast-moving, always-on industry where agility and scalability are paramount.
• • You will design and develop sophisticated backend systems and APIs that are the backbone of high-impact applications. These systems must be capable of handling immense user traffic and real-time demands, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency at all times. A key aspect of this role involves prioritizing both agility and scalability, enabling rapid product rollouts while ensuring that our systems are built to adapt and perform under significant load.
• • A significant part of your role will involve owning the full software development lifecycle. This includes not only the initial design and development but also ongoing maintenance, performance optimization, and implementing reliability enhancements. You will be responsible for ensuring that all components are built to withstand the rigorous demands of a high-volume, real-time environment, with a constant focus on speed and efficiency.
• • You will play a critical role in maintaining operational excellence by triaging, investigating, and resolving production issues with a sense of urgency. This proactive approach to problem-solving contributes to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring the stability and availability of our services.
• • Collaboration is key in this role. You will work closely with passionate engineers, architects, and product leaders, aligning technical execution with overarching product goals. This includes actively participating in code reviews, design discussions, and collaborative debugging sessions. Furthermore, you will have the opportunity to mentor and grow other engineers, driving high-quality standards across the team and fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• • The work you do will directly impact the user experience for millions of customers, contributing to DraftKings' position as a leader in the digital sports entertainment and gaming industry. You will be part of a team that embraces emerging technology and actively shapes the future, making bold strides in innovation and leveraging AI to enhance customer experiences and streamline operations.
• • This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic and challenging environment where your ideas will shape what comes next. Your professional growth will be supported, ensuring you continue to develop your skills and expertise in backend engineering within a leading technology company.