Manager, Data Engineering

Company: DraftKings
Location: Boston
Posted on: May 7, 2025

Job Description:

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.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.The Crown Is YoursWe're looking for a Data Engineering Manager who thrives at the intersection of technical leadership and people management. In this role, you'll directly manage a team of talented Data Engineers, helping them grow their careers while delivering innovative, scalable data solutions that power our Sportsbook product and business reporting. You'll be a hands-on technical leader - diving into the details when needed, contributing to the codebase, and setting a high bar for engineering excellence.You'll work closely with Technical Program Managers, Software Engineers, and Delivery Managers in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where priorities shift and innovation never stops.Success in this role requires a strong sense of ownership - you take accountability for outcomes, empower your team to do the same, and continuously look for ways to improve how we build and deliver data productsWhat you'll do as a Manager, Data Engineering

• Manage and mentor a team of Data Engineers, driving career development, performance management, and team culture.
• Lead your squad to deliver high-quality, high-velocity solutions across the Sportsbook domain.
• Stay hands-on: contribute to the codebase, provide architectural guidance, and help unblock your team on technical challenges.
• Ensure all data solutions are designed and built to be scalable, testable, and high-performing.
• Drive and facilitate technical design discussions, offering strong verbal and written contributions.
• Champion team health, fostering open communication, collaboration, and a strong sense of ownership.
• Adapt quickly to business needs and shifting priorities in a fast-moving environment.What You'll Bring
  • 3+ years of technical management experience, including direct people management (career growth, coaching, performance reviews).
  • Strong background in Data Engineering with hands-on SQL experience across data ingestion, transformation, and delivery.
  • Strong experience with cloud data warehouse systems (such as Snowflake, Redshift, or BigQuery); Snowflake experience is a major plus.
  • Familiarity with tools such as Kafka, Airflow, Terraform, Python, and Datadog.
  • A leadership style that combines technical depth with strong mentorship and team-building skills.
  • Excellent communication skills, able to engage technical and non-technical audiences alike.
  • Experience in the sports betting, gaming, or similar industries is a plus.
  • A strong sense of ownership and accountability, with a bias toward action and continuous improvement.#LI_SM1Join Our TeamWe'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.
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