Full-Time

Software Engineer

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FanDuel

FanDuel

1,001-5,000 employees

Fantasy sports platform for cash prizes

Entertainment
Gaming

Compensation Overview

$102k - $140kAnnually

+ Cash Bonuses + Stock Program Participation

Junior, Mid

Atlanta, GA, USA

Hybrid position requiring in-office presence.

Category
Backend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Agile
Java
AWS
Requirements
  • BA/BS degree in Computer Science or related software engineering field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 2+ years of relevant work experience.
  • Experience and passion for writing highly scalable, fault tolerant and always available backend systems & APIs using Java or similar programming languages.
  • Good grasp on relational, non-relational databases, messaging queues and handling concurrency.
  • Understanding of modern architectures, design patterns, and platform nuances.
  • Knowledge of release process best practices for APIs and services within production systems.
  • Experience working with cloud-based infrastructure and technologies, preferably AWS.
  • Experience with testing concepts, test tools, and integrating testing and best practices in the SDLC.
  • Strong sense of ownership, urgency, and drive.
  • Familiarity working in an Agile environment.
  • Passion for working within a fast-paced environment and can adapt to change.
Responsibilities
  • You own parts of product and technology & strive to become a subject matter expert.
  • You write simple and extendable code following standards and best practices. You test your code thoroughly.
  • You help your team evolve by actively participating in the code review process, design discussions, team planning, and support ticket reviews.
  • You clearly document your software to ensure that future generations of developers understand the intention behind the features and components you build.
  • In the event of a problem, you can troubleshoot and thoroughly resolve defects.
  • You provide excellent customer support.
  • Most importantly, you are humble, pragmatic, self-managed, thirsty for knowledge, never satisfied and always challenging the norm. Responsible for the state of the code you both inherit and produce.

FanDuel operates a fantasy sports platform where users can join daily and weekly contests to win cash prizes. Participants create fantasy teams by selecting real players from various sports, including football, basketball, and baseball. The performance of these teams is determined by the actual statistics of the players in real games. FanDuel generates revenue through entry fees for these contests and enhances the user experience with features like live scoring updates and player news. Unlike some competitors, FanDuel focuses on a wide range of sports and contests, primarily serving the U.S. market while expanding its offerings.

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

$424M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2009

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

7%

1 year growth

27%

2 year growth

40%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • FanDuel's expanding presence in new markets like North Carolina and Ontario offers significant growth opportunities.
  • The company's partnerships with sports teams and media channels can drive higher user engagement and brand loyalty.
  • Acquisitions like BeyondPlay can enhance FanDuel's technological capabilities, making it a more attractive platform for users.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape in the online gaming and sports betting industry is intense, with major players like DraftKings and Bet365 posing significant threats.
  • Regulatory changes and legal challenges in different states and countries could impact FanDuel's operations and growth.

What makes FanDuel unique

  • FanDuel's strategic partnerships with major sports teams like the Carolina Panthers enhance its brand visibility and customer engagement, setting it apart from competitors.
  • The acquisition of BeyondPlay allows FanDuel to integrate innovative iGaming solutions, providing a more engaging user experience.
  • FanDuel's focus on regulatory compliance and strategic hires, such as the addition of E. Sequoyah Simermeyer, strengthens its position in the highly regulated online gaming market.

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