The Role
Design, build, and operate scalable cloud and on-premises infrastructure using IaC. Implement observability, deployment platforms, and tooling. Manage Kubernetes/containerized workloads, lead incident response and root cause analysis, mentor engineers, and collaborate with Security and Networking to improve reliability and performance.
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 Senior Site Reliability Engineer, you'll build and scale the critical infrastructure behind every product. In this role, you'll take on complex challenges across global data centers, multiple cloud platforms, and on-premise systems-designing automation-first solutions that elevate performance and eliminate operational friction. You'll be trusted to drive stability at scale, influence architectural decisions, and build tools that empower our teams to move fast and deliver reliably. This is where your impact won't just be felt, it'll be foundational.
What you'll do as a Senior Site Reliability Engineer:
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 Senior Site Reliability Engineer, you'll build and scale the critical infrastructure behind every product. In this role, you'll take on complex challenges across global data centers, multiple cloud platforms, and on-premise systems-designing automation-first solutions that elevate performance and eliminate operational friction. You'll be trusted to drive stability at scale, influence architectural decisions, and build tools that empower our teams to move fast and deliver reliably. This is where your impact won't just be felt, it'll be foundational.
What you'll do as a Senior Site Reliability Engineer:
- Design, build, and maintain scalable cloud and on-premises infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform, Chef, and Ansible.
- Build observability into every layer of the platform by developing monitoring, alerting, and logging solutions that support service level objectives and long-term reliability.
- Develop deployment platforms and internal tooling that enable engineering teams to deliver software efficiently while maintaining governance and operational excellence.
- Define and standardize infrastructure patterns, deployment strategies, and configuration management practices across a rapidly growing engineering organization.
- Mentor engineers, share technical expertise, and help establish infrastructure standards that improve consistency, scalability, and engineering excellence.
- Participate in an on-call rotation, lead incident response efforts, perform root cause analysis, and implement long-term reliability improvements.
- Partner with Security, Networking, and Engineering teams to strengthen reliability, performance, and resilience across the full technology stack.
What you'll bring:
- At least 3 years of experience designing, building, and operating production infrastructure across cloud and on-premises environments.
- Expertise with Infrastructure as Code and configuration management tools, including Terraform, Chef, and Ansible.
- Strong programming skills in Python, Go, Ruby, or a similar language, with experience supporting applications built using object-oriented programming languages.
- Experience managing distributed systems, containerized workloads, and Kubernetes platforms such as Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS) or Rancher.
- Strong understanding of networking fundamentals and web technologies, including Domain Name System (DNS), Content Delivery Networks (CDNs), load balancing, Virtual Private Clouds (VPCs), hybrid networking, and packet-level troubleshooting.
- Hands-on experience implementing and supporting API gateways, reverse proxies, and modern infrastructure networking components.
- A collaborative, action-oriented mindset with a passion for building scalable, reliable platforms and continuously improving engineering practices.
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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.
Skills Required
- At least 3 years of experience designing, building, and operating production infrastructure across cloud and on-premises environments
- Expertise with Infrastructure as Code and configuration management tools, including Terraform, Chef, and Ansible
- Strong programming skills in Python, Go, Ruby, or a similar language
- Experience managing distributed systems, containerized workloads, and Kubernetes platforms such as Amazon EKS or Rancher
- Strong understanding of networking fundamentals and web technologies including DNS, CDNs, load balancing, VPCs, hybrid networking, and packet-level troubleshooting
- Hands-on experience implementing and supporting API gateways, reverse proxies, and modern infrastructure networking components
- Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation, lead incident response, perform root cause analysis, and implement long-term reliability improvements
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 — Family support is positioned as comprehensive, with 14 weeks of 100% paid parental leave globally plus adoption, surrogacy, fertility benefits, backup care, and lactation resources. Company materials highlight these as core programs, with U.S. enhancements such as Care.com support.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as robust, including medical, dental, and vision options alongside mental‑health support via Lyra therapy, Calm access, and wellbeing initiatives. Benefits begin on day one, with HSA/FSA options and fitness reimbursement adding depth.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is framed as flexible, with U.S. employees told they have flexible or unlimited PTO and supportive leave policies. Feedback suggests PTO is a meaningful part of the package, though norms can vary by team.
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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
