How We’re Building an AI-Ready Workforce
DraftKings Life Podcast
AI is moving fast, and so are we. We’re making sure our teammates have the skills and confidence to keep learning, experimenting, and building. AI fluency takes practice. That’s why our Learning and Development team launched the DraftKings AI Academy, led by Julia, Senior Manager of Learning and Talent Development. Through self-paced learning paths, practical guides, and team-targeted capability-building, team members can build core skills and discover new ways to use . Listen to the episode to learn more about how we approach Learning AI at DraftKings.
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What It Takes to Unify the DraftKings Sports Experience
DraftKings Life Podcast
For years, DraftKings has launched industry-leading apps, including Pick6, Sportsbook, Casino, and Predictions. Now, we're bringing them together in one place. The DraftKings: Sports & Casino app is now home to our newest vertical: Predictions. The app continues to evolve to better reflect how fans engage with sports in the moment, with expanded pre-game and in-play stats, dedicated hubs for major sporting events, and an always-on Live tab that surfaces the action as it happens. With Predictions, it’s more than sports; we also offer other markets, with availability varying by...
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Real Advice from Our Recruiters
DraftKings Life Podcast
Going after a new role is exciting, but it can also be nerve-racking. You want to stand out and talk about your experience in a way that shows interviewers you’re a great fit. So what really catches a recruiter’s attention? We asked two recruiters, Anna and Alexis, to for candidates navigating our application process. Anna recruits for Analytics and Marketing roles, and Alexis focuses on hiring in Marketing and Operations. Check out more of our open roles:
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How AI is Changing the Way We Work
DraftKings Life Podcast
AI is becoming an integral part of our present and future. It powers how work gets done, guides smarter decisions, and sparks bold ideas. It’s transforming how we enhance customer experiences, streamline operations, and unlock new possibilities. We sat down with two teammates heavily involved in integrating AI into workflows across our business. Celeste, an AI Product Manager, and Jeff, Vice President of , unpack how we are scaling innovation with AI and what it means for the future of work. Whether you’re technical or not, if you’re energized by innovation and driven to constantly...
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A New Era of Lottery Innovation
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What started with one dad’s daily detour to the bodega became the spark for something bigger. Jackpocket’s founder, Pete Sullivan, launched Jackpocket in 2013, digitalizing the lottery experience and creating a highly successful product. Fast-forward more than a decade, and Jackpocket customers can safely and securely order tickets for Powerball, Mega Millions, state lottery draw games, and scratch—off games from their phones. DraftKings acquired Jackpocket in May 2024. This acquisition opened up a new product category for DraftKings within a large and rapidly growing lottery courier...
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Create the Playbook On Our Finance Team
DraftKings Life Podcast
Our is different from your typical firm. As Jeff, Vice President of Internal Audit puts it: "You don’t want to just be another number. You want to be part of something great—and growing. That’s what I found here from day one." We sat down with Jeff, a seasoned audit leader, to discuss his experience and why DraftKings could be a game-changer for your career. He spent two decades at large financial institutions and came to DraftKings eight months ago to help create the playbook for many different projects. “We're sort of building as we go through our day-to-day, and that's been...
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Growth at Every Stage of Her Product Delivery Journey
DraftKings Life Podcast
When Michelle joined DraftKings seven years ago, she wasn’t stepping into the business it is today, she was jumping into a tech company that was about to take off. Michelle, now a Senior Manager on the , has been part of DraftKings’ transformation from a startup to a global leader in sports entertainment. She’s one of a few teammates who has helped build our Engineering team from the beginning. Listen to more of her career journey. Want to learn more?
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Figuring Out Our Sportsbook Odds
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The Trading team thrives on collaboration—not just within their group but across the entire company. We dive deeper into what it's like working on this team with two leaders who started as entry-level traders just three years go. Travis and Brennan shared what motivates them, stories about our exciting culture in our Las Vegas Office, and more about their day-to-day. Think you’re ready to join the team?
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How We Embrace Your Superpowers
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Join a team where top talent thrives. At DraftKings, we’re building more than just a workplace—we’re shaping the future of sports entertainment. Meet Linda Aiello, our Chief People Officer, whose journey from luxury retail to tech and now sports entertainment is redefining how we work, grow, and win together. Linda’s passion for harnessing individual superpowers fuels a dynamic culture. From flexible work models to dynamic office spaces, we’re all about empowering you to do your best work—wherever that may be. Ready to own what’s next? Check out our open positions:...
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Advice from Hiring Managers Before Your Interview
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Stepping into an isn’t just about answering questions—it’s about speaking to your strengths and understanding how you can contribute to our innovative environment. To , we spoke with three hiring managers who shared their journeys, insights, and advice for acing every step of our process. Do you have more questions about the interview process? Check out this where we discuss FAQs. If you’re ready to see our open positions,
info_outlineGoing after a new role is exciting, but it can also be nerve-racking. You want to stand out and talk about your experience in a way that shows interviewers you’re a great fit. So what really catches a recruiter’s attention?
We asked two recruiters, Anna and Alexis, to share their advice for candidates navigating our application process. Anna recruits for Analytics and Marketing roles, and Alexis focuses on hiring in Marketing and Operations.
Check out more of our open roles: https://careers.draftkings.com/jobs/