Advice and Interview Tips from Our Tech Recruiters

Meet Aleksandra Ayanska and Bilyana Tserovska, two dedicated Talent Acquisition Specialists at DraftKings in Bulgaria. In this blog, they share their insights on what makes a candidate stand out, the unique aspects of working at DraftKings, and the skills needed to thrive on the Sportsbook team. Discover how our culture fosters growth, creativity, and a supportive environment.

What's unique about working at DraftKings? 

Bilyana: The amazing team – everyone is always ready to help. Also, boredom is something you'll never find here. It’s incredible to be able to communicate transparently, openly share your feedback and thoughts, and have the opportunity to turn your ideas into reality – all of this is part of DraftKings’ identity.

Aleksandra: DraftKings is a great place to grow. We’re here to offer you endless possibilities for you, as an individual, to learn, share your vision, and make an impact—an opportunity worth taking.

Share more about our company culture.

Aleksandra: The most remarkable thing about our culture is that we’re a global team, which allows us to work with people from all over the world. You’ll meet talented individuals with diverse backgrounds who are always eager to share their knowledge and help you achieve great results.

What makes our engineers different? 

Bilyana: Our engineers are very creative in the solutions they develop. They successfully work in huge markets, impacting millions of customers. The applications they work on should handle large volumes of data, and they always strive for high scalability and excellent performance to ensure exceptional customer experience. This truly makes the DraftKings people stand out.

How do you describe our Sportsbook product? 

Aleksandra: DraftKings Sportsbook is our sports betting platform and one of our core products. It allows our customers in over 25 states in the U.S. to place bets on a variety of sports, players, leagues, and events. Within our Sportsbook team, you’ll be working on complex and innovative solutions using cutting-edge technologies and changing the future of tech and sports entertainment.

Bilyana: And remember—we strive for perfection because our customers are at the center of everything we do. We want them to love and enjoy our products.

What’s one way a candidate can have their resume stand out? 

Aleksandra: At DraftKings, we care about the unique experience you can bring to the team. Share some of your favorite projects and assignments and include a GitHub link. Ensure your CV is well-structured and easy to read, avoiding irrelevant information.

What are some of the skills our candidates need to have to thrive on the Sportsbook team? 

Aleksandra: We’re a team that will onboard you and help you develop your skills. You need to be open-minded and open to continuous learning and growth. Question everything, think out of the box, explore new ways of solving old issues, own your work and successes, embrace change, and challenge yourself. You need to be result-oriented and driven to thrive at DraftKings. 

Bilyana: Most importantly, you need to be a great problem solver and deeply understand the required technologies. If you love diving into innovative solutions, and excelling at analytical thinking, this is the perfect team for you.

Explore the exciting opportunities at DraftKings and join a team that values growth, flexibility, and a supportive work culture. If it’s time for you to embark on a new adventure - explore our open roles and apply now!