FanDuel is looking for a Senior Software Engineering Manager to join our Design System vertical. You’ll be working within the Core Products & Experience domain managing the team which is developing and promoting a component library that will be utilised by many other teams within FanDuel Technology.

You’ll be a skilled people manager who has experience of building or working with a centralised design system, ideally for a scaling company.

FanDuel Group is a world-class team of brands and products that deliver sports betting, gaming and entertainment to millions of US sports fans, every day. That’s no easy task, and wouldn't be possible without a fantastic team who have helped us pioneer new products and innovative features that make us a leader in the industry.

Whether you’re looking for better career progression, improved financial security or just a better sense of belonging, we believe we’ve created a culture in which everyone can succeed, no matter how you got here.

What you’ll do:

Everyone on our team has a part to play

As part of the Engineering organisation, you will be managing a team of Software Engineers dedicated to the Design System vertical. You’ll take a lead on building a partnership with UX & Design and help develop the next evolution of Formation, FanDuel’s design system. Formation is a highly visible and key greenfield initiative which is pivotal to FanDuel’s future strategy.

• Manage a team of Software Engineers projects and goals on an organisation and tactical level taking responsibility for their quality of work
• Architect and write the very first lines of code for our design system and component libraries

What you’ll bring:

Our roster has an opening with your name on it

You’ll bring experience of building and/or working with an advanced or centralised design system and demonstrate key people management skills. We’d expect you to bring a passion for design systems and demonstrate an ability to collaborate with UX & Design.

• People management experience and leadership skills in a technology delivery environment
• Experience of defining and implementing software delivery best practices, agile delivery methodologies and continuous improvement
• The ability to grow a team and lead it to success while demonstrating a pragmatic approach to problem solving

What you’ll get:

We treat our team right

Join an open and collaborative organisation who value and respect each other and are committed to driving real growth. Help build great products that fans love and refine your game through our mentorship and professional development.

• Take advantage of our excellent work/life balance through flexible working and holiday policy
• Work from our modern technology hub in Edinburgh
• Excellent benefits and bonus program
• The latest technology and hardware provided
• 10% time back to focus on your personal learning and development

Location: Our Scottish tech hub is based in central Edinburgh and is fitted with fabulous amenities including a Gym, showers, bike parking, gaming pods, multiple breakout areas, meeting rooms, a roof terrace and much more. We operate a hybrid model for the majority of our roles, where team members come together at the hub as required. 

Applicants should be willing to travel to our Edinburgh Tech Hub from time to time.

FanDuel Group is an equal opportunities employer. Diversity and inclusion in FanDuel means that we respect and value everyone as individuals. We don't tolerate bias, judgement or harassment. Our focus is on developing employees so that they reach their full potential.

The requirements listed in our job descriptions are guidelines, not hard and fast rules. You don’t have to satisfy every requirement or meet every qualification listed. If your skills are transferable and you are in the ballpark experience-wise, we'd love to speak to you!