FanDuel is seeking an experienced Software Engineering Manager to lead one of their Sportsbook engineering teams, aiming to drive technical excellence and develop high-performing engineering talent.
Requirements
- Hands-on experience with full-stack development (JavaScript, Kotlin/Swift, or Node.js)
- Proven track record managing teams through complete SDLC
- Experience with Agile methodologies and software delivery best practices
- Strong understanding of distributed systems and modern architectures
- Experience with observability and monitoring tools
Responsibilities
- Drive Technical Vision - Lead and inspire engineering teams while defining the technical strategy and architecture for mission-critical customer-facing systems that serve millions of users
- Shape Product Strategy - Collaborate with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to architect scalable solutions that enhance user experience for our 10M+ active customers
- Develop Engineering Excellence - Mentor and grow a diverse team of engineering professionals through personalized coaching, career development planning, and technical guidance
- Ensure Delivery Excellence - Drive high-quality software delivery by balancing technical debt, feature velocity, and system reliability while maintaining 99.9% uptime for high-scale systems
- Foster Cross-Functional Collaboration - Partner with engineering leadership, product teams, and business stakeholders to deliver complex initiatives and resolve technical challenges across multiple teams
Other
- 5+ years of software engineering experience with 3+ years in people management
- Experience managing a high visibility team and prioritizing against product and support requirements
- Experience in high-scale, consumer-facing applications
- Background in gaming, sports betting, or fintech industries
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
