DraftKings

Data Science Engineer (December 2026 and May 2027 Grads)

DraftKings • $95K — $115K *
Boston, MA 02115In-Person
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field.
  • At least 1 year of professional experience in Data Science, Machine Learning, or a related technical role.
  • Proficiency in Python with experience in pandas, NumPy, and PySpark.
  • Solid foundation in statistics, probability, and applied analytical methods.
  • Experience with complex datasets and data integration from multiple sources.
  • Ability to effectively communicate technical findings to cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze large, complex datasets to derive actionable insights through exploratory analysis.
  • Design, develop, and assess quantitative models utilizing machine learning and advanced analytics techniques.
  • Build and optimize scalable data pipelines and algorithmic engines for product features and internal tools.
  • Collaborate with Machine Learning engineers and stakeholders to translate business requirements into data-driven solutions.
  • Contribute to the deployment, performance monitoring, and ongoing enhancement of models in production.

Benefits

  • Guidance through the gaming license application process if required for the role.
Full Job Description
As a Data Science Engineer, you'll join a high-impact team tackling complex analytical challenges across sports and entertainment. You'll work alongside Machine Learning engineers and cross-functional partners to turn large, complex datasets into scalable, production-ready solutions that power our platforms. From building models that enable new product features to uncovering insights that influence strategy, you'll help shape how data drives innovation across the organization. In this role, you'll strengthen your technical foundation while contributing to systems that operate at scale and directly impact our customers.

What You'll Do
  • Analyze large, complex datasets to uncover insights and deliver actionable recommendations through exploratory data analysis.
  • Design, develop, and evaluate quantitative models using machine learning and advanced analytics techniques.
  • Build and optimize scalable data pipelines and algorithmic engines that power product features and internal tools.
  • Partner with Machine Learning engineers and cross-functional stakeholders to translate business needs into data-driven solutions.
  • Contribute to model deployment, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement in production environments.


What You'll Bring
  • Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
  • At least 1 year of professional experience in Data Science, Machine Learning, or a related technical role.
  • Proficiency in Python, including experience with libraries such as pandas, NumPy, and PySpark.
  • A solid foundation in statistics, probability, and applied analytical methods.
  • Experience working with complex datasets and integrating data from multiple sources.
  • Ability to translate business problems into clear technical approaches and communicate results effectively to cross-functional partners.


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.

About DraftKings

DraftKings is an American daily fantasy sports contest and sports betting operator. The company allows users to enter daily and weekly fantasy sports–related contests and win money based on individual player performances in five major American sports, Premier League and UEFA Champions League soccer, NASCAR auto racing, Canadian Football League, the XFL, mixed martial arts and Tennis. In August 2018, DraftKings launched DraftKings Sportsbook in New Jersey becoming the first legal mobile sports betting operator in the state. Since launching in New Jersey, DraftKings has opened mobile sports betting operations in Indiana, Pennsylvania, West Virginia and opened in New Hampshire December 30, 2019 after reaching contract with the New Hampshire Lottery. Retail sports betting is available in Iowa, Mississippi and New York. DraftKings Sportsbook mobile and retail sports betting products allow bettors in each state engage in betting for most major U.S. and international sports. As of April 2016, the majority of U.S. states consider fantasy sports a game of skill and not gambling. In November 2016, FanDuel and DraftKings, the two largest companies in the daily fantasy sports industry, reached an agreement to merge. However the merger was terminated in July 2017 due to it being blocked by the Federal Trade Commission as the combined company would have controlled a 90 percent of the market for daily fantasy sports. As of July 2017, DraftKings had eight million users.
Learn more about DraftKings
Size
3,400 employees
Market Cap
$4.9 billion
Industry
Information Technology
Net Income
-$577.9 million
Revenue
$292.3 million
NASDAQ
DKNG
* Ladders Estimates

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