Senior Backend Engineer – Real-Time, Scalable Cloud

DraftKings; Boston, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

DraftKings is seeking a Senior Software Engineer in Boston to build high-scale backend systems powering real-time experiences for millions of customers. You’ll ship production-ready code, own services end-to-end in a fast-moving, always-on environment, and collaborate with engineers, architects, and product leaders who value quality, speed, and impact.

Join a team that prioritizes scalable design, rigorous testing, and mentoring peers to uplift the entire engineering discipline.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of backend development in OO languages like C# or Java.
• Experience designing scalable distributed backend systems in Cloud environments (AWS/GCP).
• Strong unit, integration, and performance testing, plus mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable back-end systems and APIs for a large user base.
• Deliver production-ready code and ship features in a 24/7 betting environment.
• Balance agility and scalability for rapid product rollouts while ensuring reliability.
• Own the full SDLC from design to maintenance and reliability improvements.
• Triage and resolve production issues, driving operational excellence.
• Collaborate cross-functionally and mentor peers to raise quality standards.

Skills

Backend development

C# / Java

OOP design

Distributed systems

Cloud AWS/GCP

Automated testing

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Job description

DraftKings is seeking a Senior Software Engineer in Boston to build high-scale backend systems powering real-time experiences for millions of customers. You’ll ship production-ready code, own services end-to-end in a fast-moving, always-on environment, and collaborate with engineers, architects, and product leaders who value quality, speed, and impact.

Join a team that prioritizes scalable design, rigorous testing, and mentoring peers to uplift the entire engineering discipline.