Senior Technical Program Manager, Data job at DraftKings in US National

DraftKings; United States; Remote; USD 146,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

DraftKings, a leading technology company in online sports, is seeking a Senior Technical Program Manager, Data. You will lead high-impact data initiatives across our sportsbook domain, aligning business priorities with scalable technical solutions and cross-functional collaboration across Engineering, Analytics, Trading, and Data teams.

You will define roadmaps, prioritize work, and drive complex programs from concept through delivery, bringing structure to ambiguity while evolving data

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field and at least 4 years in technical program/engineering leadership or related roles.
• Ability to work Eastern Time Zone business hours to support cross-functional teams.
• Experience in Sportsbook, iGaming, Trading, or related data-intensive environments.
• Experience using AI to improve workflows via agents, automation, or reusable solutions.
• Strong SQL skills to analyze data, validate assumptions and turn insights into decisions.
• Strong technical communication to translate complex challenges into clear requirements and actionable plans.
• Highly organized, self-directed approach to navigating ambiguity and building alignment across teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead data initiatives across Trading with defined priorities, roadmaps, and business impact.
• Translate business needs into technical requirements through research, data analysis, and stakeholder collaboration.
• Drive cross-functional execution by managing dependencies, risks, and progress visibility.
• Establish requirements and scalable processes for high-quality engineering delivery.
• Advance AI-powered workflows by identifying automation opportunities and reusable tools.
• Support production systems, incident response, and operational learnings for improvements.
• Share knowledge and mentor teammates to strengthen TPM practices.

Skills

SQL

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Snowflake

Databricks

Sigma

Job description

Title: Senior Technical Program Manager, Data

Location: Remote - US

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 Senior Technical Program Manager, Data, you’ll lead high-impact data initiatives across our Sportsbook Trading domain, connecting business priorities with scalable technical solutions. You’ll partner across Engineering, Analytics, Trading, and Data teams to define what we build, align priorities, and drive complex programs from concept through delivery. You’ll bring structure to ambiguous challenges while helping evolve the data capabilities that power our Sportsbook platform.

What you’ll do

• Lead data initiatives across Trading, defining priorities, roadmaps, success measures, and opportunities for greater business impact.
• Translate complex business needs into clear technical requirements and solutions through research, data analysis, and stakeholder collaboration.
• Drive cross-functional execution by managing dependencies, identifying risks, aligning stakeholders, and maintaining visibility into progress and outcomes.
• Establish clear requirements, success criteria, and scalable processes that help Engineering teams deliver high-quality solutions efficiently.
• Advance AI-powered workflows by identifying automation opportunities and developing reusable agents and tools that improve productivity and decision-making.
• Stay connected to production systems, supporting incident response and turning operational learnings into improvements.
• Strengthen Technical Program Management practices by sharing knowledge, mentoring teammates, and developing reusable frameworks and best practices.

What you’ll bring

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field and at least 4 years of experience in technical program management, technical product management, engineering leadership, or a similar role.
• Ability to work Eastern Time Zone business hours to support seamless collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Experience working in Sportsbook, iGaming, Trading, or another closely related data-intensive environment.
• Experience using AI to improve workflows through agents, automation, or other reusable solutions.
• Strong SQL skills and the ability to analyze data, validate assumptions, and turn insights into decisions.
• Experience with data platforms such as Snowflake, Databricks, or Sigma and an understanding of data pipelines, extract-transform-load processes, and data architecture.
• Strong technical communication skills with the ability to turn complex challenges into clear requirements and actionable plans.
• A highly organized, self-directed approach to navigating ambiguity and building alignment across technical and business teams.

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. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.