DraftKings

Senior Software Engineer, Backend

Boston, MA · Senior · Full-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 22 days ago

GoDistributed SystemsBackend DevelopmentCode ReviewNoSQLMentoring

About the role

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.

Design, build, and maintain highly scalable backend services using Go that power critical financial exchange functionality.
Develop distributed systems capable of supporting high-volume, low-latency transaction processing and real-time market activity.
Partner with Product, Data, Trading Ops, and Engineering teams to deliver new features and capabilities that enhance the exchange experience.
Optimize system performance through thoughtful design, profiling, testing, and continuous improvement initiatives.
At least 4 years of professional software engineering experience building and operating backend systems in production environments.
Demonstrated expertise developing applications and services in Go
A track record of designing and building distributed systems that prioritize scalability, resiliency, and performance.

professional Golang experience is required.
Hands-on experience with FIX protocol connectivity in automated trading, exchange, or market data systems.
Strong understanding of concurrency, asynchronous processing, and system design principles for high-throughput applications.
Proficiency with both relational and NoSQL database technologies.
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.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is 119,500.00 USD - 149,400.00 USD, plus bonus, equity, and benefits as applicable.
Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range and how that was determined during the hiring process.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is 119,500.00 USD - 149,400.00 USD, plus bonus, equity, and benefits as applicable.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or any relevant combination of education, experience, and training.
Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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