Player Props Lead Trader - DraftKings

We’re defining what it means to build and deliver the most extraordinary sports and entertainment experiences. Our global team is trailblazing new markets, developing cutting-edge products, and shaping the future of responsible gaming.

Here, “impossible” isn’t part of our vocabulary. You’ll face some of the toughest but most rewarding challenges of your career. They’re worth it. Channeling your inner grit will accelerate your growth, help us win as a team, and create unforgettable moments for our customers.

The Crown Is Yours

Play a crucial role on your team and set the tone for the ultimate sports trading experience as a Lead Trader. You’ll utilize your deep understanding of the mechanics of odds and data to provide a viable vision. Bring your analytical skills to implement new strategies and build cutting-edge tools to continuously deliver the best-in-class sportsbook product experience to our customers.

What you’ll do as a Lead Trader

• Work closely with the senior team and other vertical teams to establish, deliver and assess an industry-leading betting product.

• Understand and implement required operations processes for odds compilation, full lifecycle event trading, risk management, bet acceptance, client profiling, and reporting.

• Train new employees and support frequent performance management, reviews, and guidance.

• Analyze trading performance and build strong KPI’s to develop a culture of accountability, quality, integrity, efficiency, and effective due diligence.

• Foster a collaborative way of working where knowledge, skills, and standards are shared.

• Work with various internal teams to Identify opportunities and optimization to develop Trading efficiency.

• Support competitor benchmarking, season reviews, planning, and forecasting ahead.

What you’ll bring

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience with at least 5 years of trading experience.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, preferably with a background in math and statistics.

• Knowledge of sports in at least one of the major US leagues.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills as well as the ability to prioritize and make quick decisions.

• Proficiency in statistical analysis tools (e.g., Excel, R, Python) is a plus.

• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

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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 72,000.00 USD - 90,000.00 USD, plus bonus, equity, and benefits as applicable. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The compensation information displayed on each job posting reflects the range for new hire salaries 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 salary 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.