Senior Trader (Shifts)

DraftKings; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DraftKings in London seeks a Sports Trader to join a fast-paced, data-obsessed trading team. You will manage real-time data feeds, settle bets, and react to market changes, turning a sports passion into trading decisions that drive performance.

You will collaborate with senior traders, product teams, and external partners, owning content, price management, and in-play trading within a compliant framework. A mathematics background and 2+ years in trading or analytics are valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mathematics or related field preferred.
• At least 2 years of experience in trading, operations, or sports analytics environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a passion for sports betting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and general MS Office tools.
• Familiarity with data tools, scripting, automation platforms, or AI technologies is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver on individual KPIs and ensure performance aligns with company targets.
• Identify opportunities to work more efficiently and implement new ideas.
• Own content management across channels, ensuring alignment with commercial parameters.
• Execute business strategy across compilation, price management, and in-play trading for Golf within a compliant framework.
• Partner with other Trading teams for smooth day-to-day operations.
• Maintain fluency in compliance standards and operate within regulatory guidelines.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Strong communication

Sports analytics knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in mathematics

Tools

Excel

Scripting/Automation basics

Job description

At DraftKings, AI is becoming an integral part of both our present and future, powering how work gets done today, guiding smarter decisions, and sparking bold ideas. It’s transforming how we enhance customer experiences, streamline operations, and unlock new possibilities. Our teams are energized by innovation and readily embrace emerging technology. We’re not waiting for the future to arrive. We’re shaping it, one bold step at a time. To those who see AI as a driver of progress, come build the future together.

The Crown Is Yours

As a Sports Trader, you'll work in on a fast-paced, data-obsessed Trading team where every second counts. You'll play a key role in ensuring our sports betting markets run smoothly and accurately—managing real-time data feeds, settling bets, and reacting instantly to market changes. You'll collaborate closely with senior traders, product teams, and external partners to deliver best-in-class experiences to our customers. In this role, you'll turn your passion for sports and sharp analytical instincts into real-time trading decisions that drive performance and impact.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver on individual KPIs and ensure performance is aligned with overall company targets.
• Identify and propose ways to work more efficiently and implement new ideas.
• Own content management across all channels, ensuring alignment with commercial parameters.
• Execute the business strategy across compilation, price management, and in-play trading for Golf within a compliant framework.
• Partner with other Trading teams to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
• Maintain fluency in compliance standards and consistently operate within regulatory guidelines.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor's degree with a focus in mathematics is preferred.
• At least 2 years of experience in a trading, operations, or sports analytics environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a deep knowledge of and passion for sports betting.
• Knowledge of Microsoft applications and Excel, in particular, is required.
• Familiarity with data tools, scripting, automation platforms, or AI technologies is a strong plus.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate critical business information quickly and effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in additional languages is a plus.

* The role requires flexibility to work varied hours, including weekends, during peak sports seasons.

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.