The Role
Lead design and delivery of scalable iOS build and release tooling, improve CI/CD performance, set architecture and coding standards, mentor engineers, optimize app performance and release processes, and align mobile tooling strategy with product and platform goals.
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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
As a Lead iOS Engineer, you'll take the helm in building the iOS build and delivery infrastructure that every DraftKings engineer relies on. You'll define the technical vision, guide development with precision, and foster growth across your team through mentorship and collaboration. Working alongside designers, product managers, and backend engineers, you'll bring intuitive, high-performance iOS applications to life. Your work will push our platform forward, keeping it reliable, scalable, and ahead of the curve in a fast-moving industry.
What You'll Do
What You'll Bring
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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 Crown Is Yours
As a Lead iOS Engineer, you'll take the helm in building the iOS build and delivery infrastructure that every DraftKings engineer relies on. You'll define the technical vision, guide development with precision, and foster growth across your team through mentorship and collaboration. Working alongside designers, product managers, and backend engineers, you'll bring intuitive, high-performance iOS applications to life. Your work will push our platform forward, keeping it reliable, scalable, and ahead of the curve in a fast-moving industry.
What You'll Do
- Lead the design and delivery of scalable iOS build and release tooling, including Azure DevOps pipelines, build caching, release automation, shared scripts, reusable tasks, variable groups, and consistent build-system configurations across teams.
- Advance CI/CD performance and efficiency by evaluating emerging tooling, reducing build times, eliminating unused capacity, and tracking impact with measurable metrics.
- Set and uphold coding standards, architecture patterns, and best practices across the iOS engineering team.
- Collaborate with Product Managers, DevOps and backend engineers and tech leads to align technical solutions and tooling direction with business goals and the broader mobile platform strategy.
- Mentor and coach iOS engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, growth, and technical excellence.
- Monitor and optimize app performance, stability, and release processes to ensure smooth, reliable deployments.
- Stay current with iOS platform updates, tools, and emerging trends, introducing innovative solutions that keep our apps ahead of the curve.
- Partner with leadership to shape product roadmaps and contribute to the long-term mobile strategy.
What You'll Bring
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or any relevant combination of education, experience and training
- At least 4 years of experience building and shipping iOS applications, with at least 2 years in a leadership or mentorship role.
- Expert-level proficiency in Swift and SwiftUI, with deep knowledge of iOS architecture patterns such as MVVM and VIPER.
- Proven ability to design scalable, modular codebases and lead large feature development from concept to release.
- Strong background in API integration, data persistence, state management, and performance tuning.
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing frameworks, and efficient release processes.
- Hands-on exposure to Xcode build settings, Swift Package Manager, toolchain management, and Azure DevOps pipeline design is a strong advantage.
- Exceptional collaboration skills, with a track record of influencing technical direction across teams.
- A strategic, user-focused mindset, balancing technical innovation with delivering impactful product experiences.
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Join Our Team
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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or relevant combination of education and experience
- At least 4 years building and shipping iOS applications
- At least 2 years in a leadership or mentorship role
- Expert-level proficiency in Swift and SwiftUI
- Deep knowledge of iOS architecture patterns such as MVVM and VIPER
- Proven ability to design scalable, modular codebases and lead large feature development from concept to release
- Strong background in API integration, data persistence, state management, and performance tuning
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing frameworks, and efficient release processes
- Hands-on exposure to Xcode build settings, Swift Package Manager, and toolchain management
- Experience designing Azure DevOps pipelines, build caching, release automation, shared scripts, and reusable tasks
- Exceptional collaboration skills and ability to influence technical direction across teams
What the Team is Saying
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Senior DevOps Engineer
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Office Administration Manager
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Software Engineering Manager
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Senior Lead QA Engineer
Michelle
Lead Site Reliability Engineer
Sarah
Senior Manager, Product Research
Nate
Associate Product Manager
DraftKings Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Parental & Family Support — Company materials highlight 14 weeks of fully paid parental leave globally along with adoption/fostering support, fertility coverage (Progyny), childcare assistance (Care.com), and lactation resources. Feedback suggests these programs provide meaningful, inclusive support for families at different stages.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Health coverage with day-one eligibility is complemented by Lyra therapy/EAP, Calm, wellness programs, and fitness reimbursement, with some offices offering on‑site amenities. Feedback suggests this breadth enhances everyday wellbeing beyond standard medical plans.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with employer match and financial‑planning tools are included as core benefits. Feedback suggests retirement matching offers stable long‑term value within the total rewards mix.
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The Company
What We Do
It's simple, at DraftKings, we believe life is more fun when you're in on the action. For that reason, we’re committed to responsibly creating the world’s favorite games and betting experiences. We’re developing the most innovative and entertaining real money products and offers; to forever transform how people experience sports; to be a fully vertically integrated sports betting operator. It's our ultimate goal to build the best, most trusted, and most customer-centric destination for our players. 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.
Why Work With Us
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. Ready to own what’s next?
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Hybrid Workspace
Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
Our flexible hybrid policy empowers team members to work where they’re most productive—whether at home or in our collaborative offices. We trust our teams to choose what works best for them to thrive and innovate.
Typical time on-site:
Flexible
