DraftKings Inc.

Manager, Database Infrastructure Engineering

DraftKings Inc.

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Sofia • Bulgaria

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Tech Stack

AnsibleAWSCloudGoogle Cloud PlatformMongoDBPostgresPythonTerraform

About the role

  • Lead a team focused on managing and maintaining databases from an infrastructure perspective
  • Ensure databases are optimized to provide a stable and reliable foundation for applications
  • Oversee the design, implementation, maintenance, and monitoring of complex database systems
  • Maintain optimal performance and reliability for production and non-production environments by implementing proactive monitoring
  • Leverage AWS and GCP services as part of the core database infrastructure, using Terraform for Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
  • Apply FinOps methodologies to track, analyze, and reduce cloud-related costs
  • Establish compliance with change management policies, including SOX certification requirements
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for technology enhancements
  • Lead project planning and sprint activities, ensuring prioritization and successful delivery of initiatives

Requirements

  • At least 3 years of experience in managing an engineering team
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor a team, with strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Hands-on experience with project planning, sprint planning, and agile methodologies
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience
  • Proven experience managing complex database environments, including MSSQL, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, AWS, and GCP databases
  • Proficient in writing and optimizing code in DB procedures, Python, Ansible, or PowerShell is a plus
  • Extensive hands-on experience with AWS services and cloud-based database solutions
  • Deep understanding of performance tuning, query optimization, and database monitoring tools
  • Familiarity with change management policies and SOX certification processes as advantage
  • Effective communication skills with the ability to convey technical information clearly to users in both written and verbal English.
Benefits
  • Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
database managementperformance tuningquery optimizationMSSQLMongoDBPostgreSQLPythonAnsiblePowerShellInfrastructure as Code
Soft Skills
leadershipmentoringcommunicationinterpersonal skillsproject planningagile methodologiescollaborationproblem-solvingprioritizationdelivery management
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer ScienceBachelor’s degree in Information TechnologySOX certification