Lead Data Science Engineer, Personalization and Search
2 weeks ago
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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 As a Lead Data Science Engineer at DraftKings, you will leverage your expertise in data science and analytics to drive impactful projects to create the most relevant product in the Sportsbook industry. Your work will be critical to deeply integrate our data science-powered understanding of the customer within our content engine and platforms. This will include working with recommender systems and improving our search capabilities.
You will leverage your expertise in data science and leadership to drive impactful projects to create the most relevant product in the Sportsbook industry. We provide a world-class, immersive experience for our users and are at the forefront of technological innovation in the industry. Our Sports Intelligence team plays a critical role in developing solutions that power our platform and drive our business forward.
What you'll do as a Lead Data Science Engineer Lead and mentor a team of data scientists and engineers to achieve high-impact business goals.
Develop and implement advanced machine learning models and algorithms to solve complex business problems.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate data science solutions into production systems.
Communicate findings and recommendations to senior leadership to influence strategic decision-making.
Innovate and experiment with new data-driven approaches to content generation and user engagement.
Designing and deploying algorithms and models for information retrieval and re-ranking.
What You'll Bring Extensive experience in data science, machine learning, and statistical modeling, with a proven track record of leading successful projects.
Experience with Semantic Search approaches and Vector Databases
Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, and experience with data manipulation and visualization tools.
Experience with personalization algorithms and techniques, and a strong understanding of their application in content delivery.
Experience with real time deployments of personalization systems is desirable.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and develop a high-performing team.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
A Master's or PhD in a relevant field such as Computer Science, Statistics, or Mathematics is preferred.
Familiarity with user behavior analysis and its integration into content and product strategies.
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 140,800.00 USD - 176,000.00 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. 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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