Senior Platform Engineer [JR12019]

ABOUT DRAFTKINGS INC.

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.

At DraftKings, AI is becoming an integral part of both our present and future, powering how work gets done today, guiding smarter decisions, and sparking bold ideas. It’s transforming how we enhance customer experiences, streamline operations, and unlock new possibilities. Our teams are energized by innovation and readily embrace emerging technology. We’re not waiting for the future to arrive. We’re shaping it, one bold step at a time. To those who see AI as a driver of progress, come build the future together.

THE CROWN IS YOURS

DraftKings is on a rapid growth trajectory, and we’re seeking a Senior Platform Engineer for one of our crucial Platform Engineering teams. This team focuses on developing and enhancing tools and systems that are used across the entire company to uphold our high standards of operational excellence. You will be responsible for delivering essential features and improving existing systems to ensure peak performance and reliability.

As a Senior Platform Engineer, you will play a key role in crafting and optimizing our software solutions, collaborating with multiple teams, and contributing to the evolution of our industry-leading products. This position is ideal for an experienced engineer who enjoys building scalable systems and contributing to infrastructure automation using Platform Engineering practices.

What you’ll do as a Senior Platform Engineer

• Contribute to the development lifecycle, from concept and design to implementation, testing, deployment and maintenance.
• Write clean, efficient, and high-quality code, primarily in C# and .NET Core, following best practices for software engineering.
• Conduct thorough code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and mentor junior engineers to help grow technical capabilities across the team.
• Work closely with stakeholders to gather requirements, clarify specifications, and ensure technical solutions meet the needs of the business.
• Build and improve platform infrastructure through software development, enabling scalable, reliable, and efficient systems to support engineering workflows and application delivery.
• Apply GitOps practices to streamline deployment processes.
• Manage Kubernetes-based infrastructure and automate application deployments using Helm Charts.

What You’ll Bring

• 4+ years of professional software development experience, ideally with experience in C# and .NET Core.
• Experience working with distributed systems and microservice architecture, building scalable and resilient solutions.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for software applications, with an ability to diagnose and resolve issues in complex distributed environments.
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and containerization.
• Strong understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and modern deployment strategies (e.g., canary and blue-green deployments).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS or GCP would be a strong asset.
• Understanding of GitOps methodologies for managing and automating infrastructure and application deployments is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with observability platforms such as DataDog and ELK stack.
• Excellent communication skills and fluency in English.

JOIN OUR TEAM

Being part of the DraftKings Inc. team means you’re always looking for new ways to break out of the box. Whether you’re data-obsessed, tech-driven, or love working with different people each day, you’ll solve some of the most exciting challenges in our industry and be supported from your very first day.

READY TO OWN WHAT’S NEXT?

We know finding a new job can be intimidating. Don’t let imposter syndrome stop you from applying! Even if you don’t think you tick off every box in this job description, we’d still love for you to apply or join our Talent Community.

We’re proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not tolerate discrimination of any kind and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of your gender identity, race, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability.