DraftKings

Senior Technical Program Manager, Data

DraftKings$145K — $182K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; Master's preferred.
  • 4+ years in a Technical Program Manager, Technical Product Manager, or Engineering Lead role in a data-intensive environment.
  • Deep expertise in Sportsbook or iGaming, especially in Trading or Gaming functions.
  • Proven experience with AI in enhancing workflows and decision-making.
  • Strong SQL skills and a data-driven approach for independent analysis.
  • Hands-on experience with data platforms like Snowflake or Databricks, plus knowledge of data pipelines.
  • Exceptional communication skills for translating complex challenges into actionable requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Own the Data App strategy for the Trading vertical, prioritizing high-impact projects with cross-functional teams.
  • Translate business challenges into clear technical solutions through research and stakeholder validation.
  • Drive execution of cross-functional initiatives, managing dependencies and risks while maintaining project visibility.
  • Establish high standards for technical delivery with clear requirements and processes that enhance team efficiency.
  • Champion AI adoption by identifying automation opportunities and embedding AI solutions to improve productivity.
  • Monitor and support production systems, proactively handling incidents and facilitating learning from operational challenges.
  • Mentor junior TPMs and contribute to the development of frameworks and best practices for the TPM organization.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Flexible work arrangements with remote work options
  • Paid time off including holidays and personal days
  • Employee wellness programs and resources
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth within the company
Full Job Description
The Crown Is Yours

As a Senior Technical Program Manager, Data, you'll lead high-impact initiatives across our Sportsbook Trading domain, driving the strategy, execution, and outcomes behind critical data apps and platforms. You'll partner with Engineering, Product, Analytics, Trading, and Data teams to identify opportunities, define what needs to be built, and shape how solutions come to life. Operating at the intersection of data product management, technical leadership, and solution architecture, you'll bring clarity to complex challenges, align stakeholders around a shared vision, and proactively uncover what the business needs before it's asked. Your ability to connect business priorities with scalable data solutions will directly influence how we power and evolve our Sportsbook platform.

What You'll Do
  • Own the Data App strategy for the Trading vertical, partnering with Product, Analytics, and Engineering to prioritize high-impact work, define roadmaps, measure success, and proactively identify opportunities before they become requests.

  • Translate complex business challenges into well-defined technical solutions by conducting independent research, validating stakeholder needs, defining requirements and acceptance criteria, and ensuring teams are solving the right problems.

  • Drive execution across cross-functional initiatives by managing dependencies, surfacing risks early, aligning stakeholders, and maintaining visibility into delivery progress and business outcomes.

  • Raise the quality bar for technical delivery by establishing clear requirements, success criteria, and scalable processes that enable Engineering teams to move faster while maintaining high standards.

  • Champion AI adoption across Data, Engineering, and Analytics teams by identifying opportunities for automation, developing AI agents and reusable skills, and embedding AI-powered workflows that improve productivity and decision-making.

  • Stay closely connected to production systems and business operations, proactively monitoring incidents, supporting triage efforts, and ensuring teams learn from operational challenges.

  • Contribute to the growth and effectiveness of the TPM organization by mentoring junior TPMs, sharing knowledge, documenting solutions, and developing frameworks, tooling, and best practices that elevate the broader team

What you'll bring

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field; a Master’s Degree is a plus.

  • At least 4 years of experience as a Technical Program Manager, Technical Product Manager, Engineering Lead, or similar role within a data-intensive environment.

  • Deep Sportsbook or iGaming domain expertise, with experience supporting Trading, Sportsbook, Gaming, or closely related functions; abiity to anticipate needs, challenge assumptions, and drive meaningful outcomes.

  • Proven experience leveraging AI to transform team workflows, including building and deploying AI agents, automation solutions, or reusable skills that drive measurable improvements in productivity, delivery, or decision-making.

  • Strong SQL skills and a data-driven mindset with an ability to independently analyze data, validate assumptions, and use insights to inform decisions.

  • Hands-on experience with modern data platforms such as Snowflake, Databricks, or Sigma, along with a strong understanding of data pipelines, ETL processes, and data architecture. Experience with Kafka or real-time streaming technologies is a plus.

  • Exceptional technical communication skills, with the ability to translate complex business challenges into clear requirements, detailed technical specifications, and actionable plans that enable Engineering teams to execute effectively.

  • Highly organized and self-directed, with a track record of leading cross-functional initiatives, bringing structure to ambiguity, and building alignment across Engineering, Product, Analytics, and executive stakeholders.

Join Our Team

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.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is 145,600.00 USD - 182,000.00 USD, plus bonus, equity, and benefits as applicable. Our ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The compensation information displayed on each job posting reflects the range for new hire pay rates for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range and how that was determined during the hiring process.

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
Net Income
-$577.9 million
Revenue
$292.3 million
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