The Role
Lead the design, development, and maintenance of scalable platform systems using C# and .NET Core. Mentor engineers, improve CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins and Bamboo, implement DevOps, GitOps, and Infrastructure as Code practices, and manage Kubernetes-based cloud infrastructure on AWS or GCP. Diagnose complex system issues, improve reliability, support on-call operations, and collaborate across engineering teams to deliver resilient platform capabilities.
Summary Generated by Built In
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 Platform Engineer, you'll play a key role in building and enhancing the tools and systems that power our technology across DraftKings. Working within our Platform Engineering Team, you'll drive the development of scalable, reliable solutions that strengthen performance, streamline deployments, and support our continued growth. You'll collaborate with teams across Engineering to advance infrastructure automation, improve platform capabilities, and solve complex technical challenges. Through your technical leadership, you'll help shape the future of our engineering infrastructure while raising the bar for operational excellence.
What you'll do as a Lead Platform Engineer
What you'll bring
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.
The Crown Is Yours
As a Lead Platform Engineer, you'll play a key role in building and enhancing the tools and systems that power our technology across DraftKings. Working within our Platform Engineering Team, you'll drive the development of scalable, reliable solutions that strengthen performance, streamline deployments, and support our continued growth. You'll collaborate with teams across Engineering to advance infrastructure automation, improve platform capabilities, and solve complex technical challenges. Through your technical leadership, you'll help shape the future of our engineering infrastructure while raising the bar for operational excellence.
What you'll do as a Lead Platform Engineer
- Lead the design, development, testing, and maintenance of critical platform systems, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance.
- Guide and mentor engineers through technical design discussions, code reviews, and engineering best practices to drive high-quality solutions.
- Develop and optimize scalable applications and services using C# and .NET Core.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to define technical priorities, align on milestones, and deliver enhancements to existing platforms.
- Build and improve continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines using Jenkins and Bamboo to accelerate software delivery.
- Apply DevOps, GitOps, and Infrastructure as Code practices to automate application deployments and cloud infrastructure management.
- Drive improvements in system reliability and operational efficiency by troubleshooting complex issues and implementing long-term solutions.
What you'll bring
- At least 5 years of professional software development experience using C# and .NET Core.
- At least 2 years of experience leading development teams, mentoring engineers, and driving cross-functional technical initiatives.
- Deep understanding of distributed systems and microservices architecture, with experience designing scalable and resilient applications.
- Strong knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle and modern deployment strategies, including canary and blue-green deployments.
- Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, containerization, and cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
- Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, with knowledge of DevOps practices, Infrastructure as Code, and GitOps methodologies.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with experience diagnosing complex system issues, supporting on-call operations, and maintaining platform reliability.
- Effective communication skills in English, with the ability to collaborate across teams, influence technical decisions, and mentor fellow engineers.
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
- At least 5 years of professional software development experience using C# and .NET Core
- At least 2 years of experience leading development teams, mentoring engineers, and driving cross-functional technical initiatives
- Deep understanding of distributed systems and microservices architecture
- Experience designing scalable and resilient applications
- Strong knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle and modern deployment strategies, including canary and blue-green deployments
- Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, containerization, and AWS or GCP
- Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines
- Knowledge of DevOps, Infrastructure as Code, and GitOps methodologies
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, including diagnosing complex system issues and supporting on-call operations
- Effective communication skills in English and ability to collaborate across teams, influence technical decisions, and mentor engineers
- Ability to obtain a gaming license issued by the appropriate state agency, if required for the role
What the Team is Saying
Nir
Senior DevOps Engineer
Ivett
Office Administration Manager
Mincho
Software Engineering Manager
Kalina
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 — Parental leave is described as 14 weeks of 100% paid globally, with additional family-building support for fertility, adoption, and surrogacy as well as lactation and U.S. backup-childcare resources. These offerings are repeatedly highlighted as standout strengths.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible/unlimited PTO in the U.S. is frequently cited as a strong perk that helps employees manage schedules and time away. Feedback suggests time off is a notable bright spot within the overall package.
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Healthcare Strength — U.S. employees have multiple medical plan options plus dental and vision, complemented by mental-health resources such as Lyra, Calm, an EAP, and wellness programs. The breadth of health coverage and wellbeing tools is positioned as a core advantage.
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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
