Senior Technical Program Manager, Data

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Boston, MA, USA
Hybrid
146K-182K Annually
Senior level
Consumer Web • Gaming • Mobile • News + Entertainment • Software
Jackpocket gives lottery fans an easy, secure way to order lottery tickets from their phone.
The Role
Leads data initiatives across the Sportsbook Trading domain, defining priorities, roadmaps, requirements, and success measures. Coordinates Engineering, Analytics, Trading, and Data teams to deliver complex programs, manage dependencies, mitigate risks, and improve data capabilities. Identifies AI automation opportunities, supports production incident response, and develops technical program management frameworks. Requires strong SQL, data platform knowledge, technical communication, and experience in data-intensive environments such as Sportsbook, iGaming, or Trading.
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 Technical Program Manager, Data, you’ll lead high-impact data initiatives across our Sportsbook Trading domain, connecting business priorities with scalable technical solutions. You’ll partner across Engineering, Analytics, Trading, and Data teams to define what we build, align priorities, and drive complex programs from concept through delivery. You’ll bring structure to ambiguous challenges while helping evolve the data capabilities that power our Sportsbook platform.

What you’ll do
  • Lead data initiatives across Trading, defining priorities, roadmaps, success measures, and opportunities for greater business impact.

  • Translate complex business needs into clear technical requirements and solutions through research, data analysis, and stakeholder collaboration.

  • Drive cross-functional execution by managing dependencies, identifying risks, aligning stakeholders, and maintaining visibility into progress and outcomes.

  • Establish clear requirements, success criteria, and scalable processes that help Engineering teams deliver high-quality solutions efficiently.

  • Advance AI-powered workflows by identifying automation opportunities and developing reusable agents and tools that improve productivity and decision-making.

  • Stay connected to production systems, supporting incident response and turning operational learnings into improvements.

  • Strengthen Technical Program Management practices by sharing knowledge, mentoring teammates, and developing reusable frameworks and best practices.

What you’ll bring
  • A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field and at least 4 years of experience in technical program management, technical product management, engineering leadership, or a similar role.

  • Experience working in Sportsbook, iGaming, Trading, or another closely related data-intensive environment.

  • Experience using AI to improve workflows through agents, automation, or other reusable solutions.

  • Strong SQL skills and the ability to analyze data, validate assumptions, and turn insights into decisions.

  • Experience with data platforms such as Snowflake, Databricks, or Sigma and an understanding of data pipelines, extract-transform-load processes, and data architecture.

  • Strong technical communication skills with the ability to turn complex challenges into clear requirements and actionable plans.

  • A highly organized, self-directed approach to navigating ambiguity and building alignment across technical and business teams.

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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 145,600.00 USD - 182,000.00 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.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field
  • At least 4 years of experience in technical program management, technical product management, engineering leadership, or a similar role
  • Experience working in Sportsbook, iGaming, Trading, or another closely related data-intensive environment
  • Experience using AI to improve workflows through agents, automation, or reusable solutions
  • Strong SQL skills, including analyzing data, validating assumptions, and turning insights into decisions
  • Experience with data platforms such as Snowflake, Databricks, or Sigma
  • Understanding of data pipelines, extract-transform-load processes, and data architecture
  • Strong technical communication skills for translating complex challenges into clear requirements and actionable plans
  • Highly organized and self-directed approach to navigating ambiguity and aligning technical and business teams
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The Company
HQ: New York, NY
330 Employees
Year Founded: 2013

What We Do

Jackpocket is creating a more convenient, fun, and responsible way to take part in the lottery. The first licensed third-party lottery app in the United States, Jackpocket offers players a secure way to order official state lottery tickets, such as Powerball, Mega Millions, and more. Lottery players use Jackpocket to place ticket orders for their favorite games, check lottery results, join lottery pools with other Jackpocket players, and turn on Autoplay so they never miss a drawing. Jackpocket is available in Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Texas, Washington, D.C., and West Virginia with many new markets on the horizon.

Why Work With Us

Our dedicated team of superhumans (and an adorable office pup or two) are making waves in an $80 billion industry. We believe transparency, teamwork, and a healthy dose of daily fun are key to creating Worktopia. Jackpocketeers are supportive, forward-thinking, and truly enjoy spending time together. Come join us for the long haul!

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