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 Lead Software Engineer, Android, you'll join a mobile team developing cutting-edge Sportsbook features using the latest native technologies. You'll be joining a team that owns real-time sports betting, live scores, personalized recommendations, search, and streaming functionality. In this role, you will have an opportunity to transform product vision into high-quality features that put the customer first.
What you'll do as a Senior Lead Software Engineer, Android
- Own the Android technology roadmap, advocate for technical priorities, and drive the architecture, design, development, testing, maintenance, and operations of Android apps written in Kotlin.
- Mentor and guide Software Engineers, partnering with managers to deliver feedback and create growth opportunities.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Design, Product, Backend, and Platform stakeholders, and partner with iOS counterparts to ensure feature parity across platforms.
- Serve as the primary Android engineering voice within the organization, syncing with team leads and business partners to define milestones and deliverables.
- Lead design sessions, establish coding standards, and promote best software engineering practices to deliver high-quality code.
- Tackle complex technical challenges and develop proof-of-concepts to drive innovation or reduce risks for upcoming projects.
What you'll bring
- Proven track record as a technical expert on Android development with extensive experience in Android Clean architecture, Kotlin, and modern development practices like MVVM, MVI, and Jetpack Compose.
- Deep understanding of Android's internal complexities and proficiency in interfacing with backend systems through BFFs, APIs, and WebSockets.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide teams, prioritize customer experience, and drive high standards of software engineering practices across multiple teams.
- Excellent problem-solving, troubleshooting, and real-time decision-making abilities.
- Experience with automated testing and writing comprehensive test suites across architecture levels.
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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.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is 160,700.00 USD - 200,900.00 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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DraftKings Dublin, Dublin, IRL Office
Our Dublin Engineering team is at the heart of our industry-leading product. When you join us, you’ll build complex features, products, and experiences every day. Ownership and scalability are central to our work.
