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Full-Time

Product Manager

Posted on 10/21/2024

FanDuel

FanDuel

1,001-5,000 employees

Fantasy sports platform for cash prizes

Entertainment
Gaming

Junior, Mid

Edinburgh, UK

Hybrid model requires one to two days in the office per week.

Category
Product Management
Product
Required Skills
Product Management
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Solid technical background (education, building digital products, leading technical teams etc.)
  • Experience with APIs, OAuth or SaaS products
  • Working in cross-functional team environment (business, engineering, design and customers)
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills (stakeholder management, influencing without authority)
  • Strong sense of ownership and accountability, and proactivity to get things done
  • Aptitude for planning, road-mapping and strategic thinking
Responsibilities
  • Inform, shape and drive the execution of product initiatives
  • Continuously identifying and prioritising post-launch improvements as well as future initiatives and products
  • Investigate and understand relevant metrics through data and customer feedback
  • Track and report objectively on product performance
  • Work with and on internal enablement tools and products
  • Work with internal stakeholders to ensure transparency and alignment
  • Be the Voice of the Customer for your team and set objectives that generate business impact

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, and their teams earn points based on the actual performance of these players in 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 targeting the U.S. market, while it currently does not offer contests in the UK. The company's goal is to provide an engaging platform for sports enthusiasts to enjoy fantasy sports and compete for cash prizes.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

$4.6B

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2009

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

7%

1 year growth

19%

2 year growth

43%
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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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