Why Our Products are a Dream for Mobile Engineers
DraftKings Life Podcast
As a mobile-first company, we offer a platform where product-focused engineers can build impressive applications, grow their own skills and engage with a community of users who appreciate their work. Working at DraftKings is described as a dream for any product-focused iOS or Android engineer. "You go into this career wanting to build something that people actually use in their hands," Tumri, a Senior Software Engineer, explains. This is the essence of what we do here at DraftKings. Our empowers engineers to have a tangible impact on products used by millions. It's about creating...
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Inside DraftKings Bulgaria
DraftKings Life Podcast
Located in the heart of Bulgaria, our offices are centered around collaboration and connection. This unique environment fosters not just professional growth but personal relationships as well. Stamena Manova from our Employee Experience Team, offers a glimpse into how the culture shapes the everyday experiences for our team members. For Stamena, it's about crafting a workspace where individuals can grow and thrive. From the annual team building to the Christmas celebration, DraftKings crafts events that are more than just gatherings—they are opportunities for people to create genuine...
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The Journey of a DraftKings Software Architect
DraftKings Life Podcast
Growing in your career can look differently for everyone. One may take on the challenge of managing others, helping to mentor and foster a culture of learning, while others may rise to the challenge of being an individual contributor taking on more responsibilities. We like to ask our teammates, how can you maximize the impact you can make? Martin Kostov, a Software Architect, is a great example of a teammate who has embraced learning at every phase of his career. He tried the manager path and then made a pivot to work more with our technology as an architect. In his ten years at...
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Pioneering The Sports Intelligence Landscape
DraftKings Life Podcast
One of the most fascinating teams here at DraftKings combines Sports Data Science and Data Engineering to create our Sports Intelligence team. On this episode of the DraftKings Life Podcast, we welcome two members of this team from the London office, Robin and Rohan. Robin M. is a Senior Director of Data Science, he’s been with DraftKings for many years helping to build the team and the models that help our products function. Rohan S. works with Robin focusing more on the engineering side of the house, creating machine learning models that can handle massive scale. Want to...
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A Tech Deep Dive: Powering Our Sportsbook Product
DraftKings Life Podcast
When we asked Agop Dogramadzhiyan, Director of Engineering, what his favorite problem to solve was, he gave us an answer that encapsulates who we are at DraftKings. “The unsolved one.” We’re building the future in the sports and entertainment industry. In this episode of the DraftKings Life Podcast, we are diving into the technology behind our Sportsbook product. Agop works on our SportsCore system that powers one of our most popular products. His team in Bulgaria works with team members across the globe. He describes the SportsCore team as the primary engine that drives the...
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Ask a Recruiter, The Top FAQs Answered
DraftKings Life Podcast
Think you're ready to join our team? You'll want to listen to this first. Max and Allie, two Talent Acquisition Specialists here at DraftKings, answer the nine most frequently asked questions we get from candidates. In this Q&A session, Allie and Max discuss preparing for your interview, what to expect, and give insight into the good things to know before you talk with us. Both Allie and Max hire for many different roles here at DraftKings, and they say the best way to learn more about our culture, products, and life at DraftKings is to read our blogs, listen to more podcast...
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Providing the Ultimate Experience
DraftKings Life Podcast
This episode of the DraftKings Life Podcast gives you a front row seat to learn all about the team that prioritizes the player experience. The VIP team is responsible for the retention and acquisition of DraftKings top clientele. Through authentic relationship building, their goal is to provide a world-class experience and to continue growing DraftKings’ customer base. We sat down with Jordan and Alexa, both managers on the VIP Activation team to hear their stories about the events and impact they have made. One thing about the VIP team- there is a unique sense of camaraderie...
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Winning In Your Professional Life
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There are many reasons why people stay at companies for almost ten years, for Lilia, she has stayed with DraftKings because of the talented people she works with everyday, our supportive culture and most importantly career growth. Lilia took advantage of her opportunities and kept learning in each role she has had. From starting with us right out of University to now being a manager, she shares great stories of exciting projects she has worked on and insights into the technology she works with everyday. Want to learn more? Check out more about . Follow us on , , , and !
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Growing Our iGaming Vertical
DraftKings Life Podcast
It’s exciting when you work on DraftKings’ fast growing vertical. Vitor, a Senior Manager of Growth Marketing and Alice, who was a Senior Manager of iGaming Operations and was recently promoted to a Retail Sportsbook Operations Manager, join the DraftKings Life Podcast to share their experience working on our iGaming Vertical. As a leading multi-brand iGaming operator, DraftKings delivers America’s #1 Online Casino*. Packed with all the classic casino games, some of the industries’ biggest jackpots, plus the next great game innovations built by our exclusive in-house games studio, we...
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Creative Problem Solving for a Better User Experience
DraftKings Life Podcast
One of the many fascinating aspects about creating for a growing company is that in many situations, you’re able to create a game or feature that’s never been done before. It’s challenging but also one of the most exciting parts of being a product designer at DraftKings. Jocelyn Leveille, Senior Product Designer, and recently promoted Drew Sullivan, Manager of Product Design, are guests on this episode of the DraftKings Life Podcast. They explain what goes into working on our team and the really unique creative problems they have helped solve. Listen for some great stories on our...
info_outlineOne of the most fascinating teams here at DraftKings combines Sports Data Science and Data Engineering to create our Sports Intelligence team. On this episode of the DraftKings Life Podcast, we welcome two members of this team from the London office, Robin and Rohan.
Robin M. is a Senior Director of Data Science, he’s been with DraftKings for many years helping to build the team and the models that help our products function. Rohan S. works with Robin focusing more on the engineering side of the house, creating machine learning models that can handle massive scale.
Want to learn more about our Sports Intelligence team? Check out our DraftKings Engineering Blog. If you’re ready to join the team, apply to our open roles.