Sr. Software Engineer-FBG-Trading

Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners worldwide by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming. Fans can buy licensed fan gear, collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and bet through our Sportsbook and iGaming platform.

About the Team: Launched in 2021, Fanatics Betting and Gaming is the online and retail sports betting subsidiary of Fanatics. The Fanatics Sportsbook is available to 95% of the U.S. online sports bettor market, and the casino platform is live in Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and West Virginia. The division operates 22 retail betting locations, including the only sportsbook inside an NFL stadium at Northwest Stadium, and is headquartered in New York with offices in Denver, Leeds and Dublin.

As a Sr. Software Engineer with Trading Engineering, you will work directly on the risk and trading domain, building and enhancing real‑time systems that support FBG’s operations and contribute to Fanatics’ broader goal of revolutionizing sports fan engagement. Your work will drive innovation in real‑time decision‑making and directly impact how fans engage with the Fanatics ecosystem. We are open to fully remote candidates based in Ireland and the UK, but strongly encourage those who can join us on campus two days per week. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and high‑performance solutions within our event‑driven architecture, focusing on enhancing system reliability and efficiency.
• Assist in analyzing and addressing complex problems in multifaceted systems to improve overall performance and scalability.
• Write efficient, modular, and testable code that adheres to our commitment to innovation and quality standards.
• Support the product lifecycle from concept through deployment, ensuring smooth operation and reliability of our platform.
• Communicate effectively, escalating challenges as necessary and participating in code reviews to elevate code quality and foster knowledge sharing.
• Collaborate seamlessly with Product, Quant, and Engineering teams to ensure timely delivery of stable and reliable applications aligned with our product vision.
• Play an active role in team discussions on planning and design, gaining insights into design philosophies and contributing to our product’s evolution.
• Enhance software quality through focus on testability, operational metrics, and comprehensive documentation.
• Become a product‑minded engineer, developing a fundamental understanding of our industry, product, feature set, and roadmap.
• Engage in mentorship opportunities to both learn and share knowledge, promoting personal and team growth.
• Support critical operations through participation in an on‑call rotation.
• Be willing to travel occasionally for special events and essential off‑site meetings and team collaboration sessions.

Experience and Skills:

• At least 5‑8 years of real‑world experience building and deploying scalable, high‑performance applications.
• 5‑8 years of experience with C# and cloud platforms (Azure, a plus).
• Effective communication skills, capable of demystifying complex technical topics for diverse audiences.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Thrives in an entrepreneurial, hyper‑growth environment where priorities evolve regularly and decisions are made quickly.
• Team‑first mentality with a willingness to do what it takes to get the job done.
• Understanding of software design, development, and testing principles, including SOLID, DRY, TDD, and BDD.
• Passion for software development and system architecture, and for sharing knowledge within a highly collaborative team.
• Familiarity with sports betting or a keen interest in sports is desirable.
• Experience building software using Domain‑Driven Design (DDD).
• Ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Experience partnering with cross‑functional teams.
• Experience working in a start‑up environment.
• Passionate about working in a highly collaborative team environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity: As set forth in Fanatics Betting & Gaming’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.