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Database Reliability Engineer

    • Boston, MA
    • Remote - US
  • Engineering
  • Full time
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About DraftKings

At DraftKings, AI is becoming an integral part of both our present and future, powering how work gets done today, guiding smarter decisions, and sparking bold ideas. 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. We’re shaping it, one bold step at a time. To those who see AI as a driver of progress, come build the future together.

The Crown Is Yours

As a Database Reliability Engineer, you'll support the reliability, scalability, and operational excellence of the database infrastructure powering one of the most demanding real time platforms in sports betting and gaming. In this role, you'll combine deep database expertise with software engineering and infrastructure automation to build resilient, self healing systems, improve platform performance, and drive reliability across cloud and on premises database environments.


What You'll Do

  • Drive database reliability across PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis, ScyllaDB, Aerospike, and managed cloud services by supporting high availability, replication, partitioning, storage, and connection management.

  • Build and enhance automation first database platforms by developing Kubernetes operators, infrastructure as code, GitOps workflows, and production quality tooling in Go or Python to automate provisioning, failover, backups, schema migrations, and lifecycle management.

  • Build self healing, fault tolerant infrastructure and internal tooling that reduces operational toil, improves engineering efficiency, and simplifies day to day database operations.

  • Optimize database performance and cost across cloud and on premises environments by supporting capacity planning, resource efficiency, storage optimization, workload consolidation, and performance tuning for large scale systems.

  • Partner closely with application engineering teams to promote safe database practices, including schema reviews, migration strategies, query optimization, connection management, and zero downtime deployment processes.

  • Leverage AI to improve engineering productivity and database operations through intelligent observability, anomaly detection, root cause analysis, documentation, predictive insights, and evaluation of AI generated code to ensure reliability and security.

What You'll Bring

  • At least 2 years of experience in Database Reliability Engineering, Database Platform Engineering, Site Reliability Engineering, or a related infrastructure engineering role with a strong database focus.

  • Experience supporting at least one major relational database, preferably Aurora MySQL, along with operational experience working with technologies such as PostgreSQL, MongoDB, ScyllaDB, Aurora, or other managed cloud database services.

  • Experience building and operating stateful workloads on Kubernetes using technologies such as StatefulSets, Persistent Volumes, database operators, Terraform, Pulumi, FluxCD, ArgoCD, GKE, or EKS.

  • Hands on software development experience using Go or Python to build automation, platform tooling, Kubernetes controllers, APIs, and infrastructure that reduces manual effort and improves engineering efficiency.

  • An automation first, data driven mindset with experience improving reliability through observability, monitoring, service level objectives, capacity planning, performance optimization, and self service engineering solutions.

  • Practical experience using AI tools such as Claude, GitHub Copilot, Cursor, MCP, or similar technologies to improve design, coding, documentation, troubleshooting, and operational workflows while applying sound engineering judgment to validate AI generated outputs.

Join Our Team

We’re a publicly traded (NASDAQ: DKNG) technology company headquartered in Boston. 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. Don’t worry, we’ll guide you through the process if this is relevant to your role.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is 112,000.00 USD - 140,000.00 USD, plus bonus, equity, and benefits as applicable. Our ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The compensation information displayed on each job posting reflects the range for new hire pay rates for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range and how that was determined during the hiring process. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Ready to Own What's Next?

We know finding a new job can be intimidating. Don't let imposter syndrome stop you from applying! Even if you don't think you tick off every box in this job description, we'd still love for you to apply or join our Talent Community. 

DraftKings is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not tolerate discrimination of any kind and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of your gender identity, race, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability.

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Health Benefits

We take your wellbeing and health seriously. DraftKings offers comprehensive health benefits, including various medical plans, dental, and vision.

Wellbeing Program

You’ll have free access to programs such as free therapy sessions with Lyra Mental Health Solution, Lyra Employee Assistance Program, the Calm App, Virtual Yoga Classes, and many more.

Parental Leave & Support

We are proud to give 14 weeks of 100% paid parental leave to all global team members and offer workplace lactation support. Additionally, we are pleased to partner with Care.com, a care finder and backup childcare partner for our U.S. employees. 

Family Planning

DraftKings is proud to offer a range of benefits that support family planning. We've got you covered whether you’re considering adoption, surrogacy, fertility treatments, or other family planning.

Flexible PTO

Go ahead and plan your next big getaway. When you join, you'll have flexible PTO if you work in the United States.

Pet Insurance

Your furry babies deserve the best care, too! We’ll help you save on vet expenses for accidents, illnesses, and more through our pet insurance benefit.

Gym Reimbursement

Whether it’s cardio, yoga, or training for a marathon, we’ll reimburse part of your gym membership once you enroll in a health insurance plan. All you need to do is find your favorite gym.

Financial Planning

We’ll help you plan for your financial future and success. From 401(k) matching to programs such as Origin Financial, we’ll set you up for future healthy financial habits and goals.

Commuter Benefits

No matter how you commute to and from the office, we want to help you lower costs. Once you join, you’ll have access to our commuter benefits to help you save money on your daily commute.

Tuition Reimbursement

We want you to expand your knowledge and continue learning within your career through our Tuition Reimbursement Program. Eligible team members can receive tuition reimbursement for educational courses related to their positions or another position at DraftKings.

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