Enterprise Identity and Automation Staff Engineer

About the position

FanDuel Group is the premier mobile gaming company in the United States. FanDuel Group consists of a portfolio of leading brands across mobile wagering including: America's #1 Sportsbook, FanDuel Sportsbook; its leading iGaming platform, FanDuel Casino; the industry's unquestioned leader in horse racing and advance-deposit wagering, FanDuel Racing; and its daily fantasy sports product. In addition, FanDuel Group operates FanDuel TV, its broadly distributed linear cable television network and FanDuel TV+, its leading direct-to-consumer OTT platform. FanDuel Group has a presence across all 50 states and Puerto Rico. The company is based in New York with US offices in Los Angeles, Atlanta, and Jersey City, as well as global offices in Canada and Scotland. The company's affiliates have offices worldwide, including in Ireland, Portugal, Romania, and Australia. FanDuel Group is a subsidiary of Flutter Entertainment, the world's largest sports betting and gaming operator with a portfolio of globally recognized brands and traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: FLUT).

Responsibilities

• Design and deploy scalable, secure, and high-performing cloud solutions (AWS)
• Design, configure, and deploy enterprise-level systems and infrastructure, including servers, databases, storage, virtualization platforms, and cloud environments
• Develop and manage Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) using Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar tools
• Implement best practices for cloud security, identity & access management (IAM), and regulatory compliance
• Monitor and optimize cloud infrastructure for efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and high availability
• Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure-related issues, ensuring minimal downtime
• Ensure that system designs align with business needs, security standards, and scalability requirements
• Perform advanced system administration tasks such as installing, configuring, and maintaining enterprise systems (Windows, Linux)
• Automate system processes and tasks using scripting (e.g., PowerShell, Bash) to increase operational efficiency
• Lead cloud integration projects, including migrating on-premises systems to cloud platforms (e.g., AWS) and optimizing hybrid cloud environments
• Develop and maintain disaster recovery (DR) plans and backup strategies for critical systems, ensuring data integrity and system availability
• Conduct regular DR testing and update plans as needed to ensure business continuity
• Collaborate with security teams to ensure that enterprise systems meet security standards and comply with industry regulations (e.g., SOX, ISO, PCI, GDPR)
• Implement and maintain system security measures such as patch management, access control, and vulnerability remediation
• Collaborate with network, database, and application teams to ensure smooth integration and operation of systems across the enterprise
• Provide Tier 1 support for critical system issues and escalations, working to resolve problems quickly and minimize downtime
• Lead or participate in infrastructure projects, such as system upgrades, migrations, and new technology implementations, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget
• Document system configurations, processes, and policies, ensuring knowledge transfer and operational transparency
• Create and manage user groups, and enforce company policies and procedures related to AWS IAM

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (Master's preferred)
• 3+ years of experience in cloud engineering, infrastructure management, or a similar role
• Expertise in AWS with relevant certifications preferred
• Strong knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and microservices architecture
• Proficiency in scripting and automation (Python, Bash, PowerShell, etc.)
• Hands-on experience with monitoring tools (Datadog, Prometheus, Splunk) and cloud networking
• Expertise in enterprise operating systems (Windows, Linux, Unix), server management, and virtualization technologies
• Solid understanding of storage technologies (SAN, NAS) and backup solutions
• Familiarity with IT security best practices and compliance standards
• Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect are highly desirable
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment and communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Strong technical and architectural skills
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting expertise
• Project management and multitasking abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Must be willing to participate in an on-call rotation and occasional after-hours work for maintenance or emergencies

Benefits

• Array of health plans to choose from (some as low as $0 per paycheck)
• Programs for fertility and family planning
• Mental health support
• Fitness benefits
• Generous paid time off (PTO & sick leave)
• Annual bonus and long-term incentive opportunities (based on performance)
• 401k with up to a 5% match
• Commuter benefits
• Pet insurance
• Paid personal time off and 14 paid company holidays
• Paid sick time in accordance with all applicable state and federal laws