The Crown Is Yours
As a Technical Program Specialist, you'll drive high-impact technology initiatives across our Global Information Technology organization. You'll partner with Engineering, Enterprise IT, HR, vendors, and senior stakeholders to guide complex implementations from planning through delivery. In this role, you'll bring structure, visibility, and momentum to high-impact projects that improve operational efficiency, strengthen delivery consistency, and support future technology transformation.
What You'll Do
- Lead enterprise-level software implementation, migration, infrastructure modernization, and process improvement projects while managing scope, timelines, milestones, dependencies, documentation, reporting, and delivery governance.
- Partner with vendors, third-party implementation teams, and cross-functional stakeholders to align on requirements, priorities, resources, deliverables, risks, and communications that keep projects moving.
- Monitor project health, key metrics, scope changes, and delivery progress while communicating updates, decisions, and blockers to leadership.
- Strengthen project management standards across the IT Project Management Unit by improving reporting, documentation, and stakeholder communication.
- Drive delivery consistency across strategic initiatives by promoting transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement.
What You'll Bring
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field is preferred.
- At least 5 years of experience in technical project management, including delivery of enterprise-scale software implementations, migrations, or technology transformation initiatives across various domains.
- Experience coordinating with executive stakeholders, cross-functional teams, implementation partners, and third-party vendors to deliver complex technical projects.
- Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and project tracking tools, with experience supporting delivery approaches such as Scrum, Kanban, or hybrid models using tools like Airtable, Google Workspace, Jira Cloud, or related project management solutions.
- Experience using AI-enabled tools or automation platforms to improve workflows, reporting, documentation, or team productivity.
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders across technical, business, vendor, and leadership audiences.
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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 5 years of experience in technical project management, including enterprise-scale software implementations, migrations, or technology transformation initiatives
- Experience coordinating with executive stakeholders, cross-functional teams, implementation partners, and third-party vendors to deliver complex technical projects
- Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and project tracking tools with experience supporting Scrum, Kanban, or hybrid models
- Experience with tools such as Airtable, Google Workspace, Jira Cloud, or related project management solutions
- Experience using AI-enabled tools or automation platforms to improve workflows, reporting, documentation, or team productivity
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills, with ability to influence technical, business, vendor, and leadership stakeholders
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field
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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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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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