Staff DevOps Engineer

ABOUT FANDUEL

FanDuel Group (“FanDuel") is an innovative sports-tech entertainment company that is changing the way consumers engage with their favorite sports, teams, and leagues. The premier gaming destination in the United States, FanDuel consists of a portfolio of leading brands across gaming, sports betting, daily fantasy sports, advance-deposit wagering, and TV/media. 

FanDuel has a presence across all 50 states with approximately 17 million customers and 28 retail locations. FanDuel is based in New York with offices in New Jersey, Georgia, California, Oregon, Canada and Scotland.

Its networks FanDuel TV and FanDuel+ are broadly distributed on linear cable television and through its relationships with leading direct-to-consumer over-the-top platforms.

FanDuel Group is a subsidiary of Flutter Entertainment plc, the world's largest sports betting and gaming operator with a portfolio of globally recognized brands and traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: FLUT).

THE ROSTER
At FanDuel, we give fans a new and innovative way to interact with their favorite games, sports and teams. We’re dedicated to building a winning team and we pride ourselves on being able to make every moment mean more, especially when it comes to your career. So, what does “winning” look like at FanDuel? It’s recognition for your hard-earned results, a culture that brings out your best work—and a roster full of talented coworkers. Make no mistake, we are here to win, but we believe in winning right. That means we’ll never compromise when it comes to looking out for our teammates. From creatives professionals to cutting edge technology innovators, FanDuel offers a wide range of career opportunities, best in class benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. At FanDuel, our principle of “We Are One Team” runs through all our offices across the globe, and you can expect to be a part of an exciting company with many opportunities to grow and be successful.

THE POSITION
Our roster has an opening with your name on it

As a Staff DevOps Engineer you will play a pivotal role in evolving our cloud infrastructure and operations to new heights of efficiency, security, and automation. This strategic position demands a high level of expertise and leadership to enhance our cloud capabilities, aligning them closely with our overarching business goals. Your extensive experience with AWS, Terraform, and Datadog will be instrumental in architecting a cloud ecosystem that facilitates agile development, ensures maximum uptime, and supports scalable expansion.

THE GAME PLAN
Everyone on our team has a part to play

• Lead the design and implementation of robust, scalable cloud infrastructure on AWS, applying industry best practices for security and efficiency.
• Spearhead the development and maintenance of automation scripts and infrastructure-as-code solutions using Terraform, enhancing cloud deployment processes and management.
• Utilize Datadog alongside other advanced monitoring tools to conduct proactive monitoring, analysis, and optimization of cloud services and applications.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration with software development, operations, and other teams to develop innovative cloud solutions that propel the company's strategic objectives.
• Initiate and guide cloud automation projects, identifying and executing opportunities to streamline workflows, minimize manual operations, and boost system performance and reliability.
• Strategize on cloud resource management, encompassing cost optimization, security compliance, and disaster recovery frameworks.
• Keep abreast of cutting-edge cloud technologies and trends, recommending the integration of new tools and methodologies to sustain a competitive advantage.

THE STATS
What we're looking for in our next teammate

• Profound expertise in AWS cloud services and architecture, backed by relevant certifications.
• Advanced proficiency in infrastructure automation using Terraform and adeptness in scripting for automation purposes (e.g., Python, Shell).
• Comprehensive understanding of cloud monitoring and analytics, particularly with tools such as Datadog.
• Proven leadership in managing cloud automation projects and enhancing cloud infrastructure and operations.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities, suited for a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
• Outstanding communication and teamwork skills, with a proven history of effective cross-departmental collaboration.
• A fervent commitment to continuous learning, innovation, and the pursuit of excellence in cloud technologies and practices.

PLAYER BENEFITS
We treat our team right

From our many opportunities for professional development to our generous insurance and paid leave policies, we’re committed to making sure our employees get as much out of FanDuel as we ask them to give. Competitive compensation is just the beginning. As part of our team, you can expect:

• An exciting and fun environment committed to driving real growth
• Opportunities to build really cool products that fans love
• Career and professional development resources to help you refine your game plan for owning and driving your career and development
• Be well, save well and live well - with FanDuel Total Rewards your benefits are one highlight reel after another

FanDuel is an equal opportunities employer and we believe, as one of our principal states, “We Are One Team!”  We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or another other characteristic protected by state, local or federal law. We believe FanDuel is strongest and best able to compete if all employees feel valued, respected, and included.  We want our team to include diverse individuals because diversity of thought, diversity of perspectives, and diversity of experiences leads to better performance.  Having a diverse and inclusive workforce is a core value that we believe makes FanDuel stronger and more competitive as One Team!

The applicable salary range for this position is $158,000 - $198,000, which is dependent on a variety of factors including relevant experience, location, business needs and market demand. This role may offer the following benefits: medical, vision, and dental insurance; life insurance; disability insurance; a 401(k) matching program; among other employee benefits. This role may also be eligible for short-term or long-term incentive compensation, including, but not limited to, cash bonuses and stock program participation. This role includes paid personal time off and 14 paid company holidays. FanDuel offers paid sick time in accordance with all applicable state and federal laws.

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