Senior Engineering Manager
Overview
At Fanatics Betting & Gaming (FBG), a core division of Fanatics’ mission to establish the ultimate end-to-end digital sports platform, we’re building a world where every fan’s passion is met with cutting-edge experiences. The Senior Engineering Manager role within the OddsFactory team is a cornerstone of this vision. You’ll lead a high-impact team of Software Engineers focused on developing innovative technologies that drive our risk and trading systems.
This role goes beyond managing software development—it’s about setting direction, owning execution, and delivering tech that powers the future of FBG and the broader Fanatics ecosystem.
You’ll take ownership of project prioritization, software quality, system performance, and your team’s professional growth. Your leadership will foster a culture of innovation, empower engineers to make decisions, and encourage active contributions to cross-team discussions. You’ll drive solutions that elevate the fan experience while upholding the excellence Fanatics is known for.
Responsibilities
- Lead your team in exploring and applying new technologies and practices, cultivating a culture of innovation and experimentation to deliver an exceptional fan experience.
- Collaborate closely with Product Management, Quants, and other engineering leaders to develop cohesive, user-first solutions aligned with Fanatics’ strategic objectives.
- Use data and metrics to guide your team’s decision-making and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
- Champion a metrics-driven culture focused on measurable impact and continuous improvement.
- Invest in the growth and success of your team—offer mentorship, support career development, and help shape the next generation of leaders.
- Oversee the development of scalable, reliable systems while actively reducing technical debt and improving system performance.
- Build strong cross-functional partnerships to influence product strategy and technical direction at scale.
- Communicate complex technical ideas and business updates with clarity and confidence to stakeholders and executives.
- Stay on top of industry trends and best practices—bring fresh ideas that help elevate team performance and drive results.
- Be open to occasional travel for offsites, events, or key collaboration sessions. (We’re happy to accommodate travel needs or restrictions.)
Required Qualifications
- 4+ years of experience in engineering leadership, with a strong ability to mentor, grow talent, and inspire technical excellence.
- 10+ years of experience in software development, particularly with .NET/C# or similar technologies.
- 3+ years of experience designing cloud-native systems (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
- Deep understanding of Agile and Scrum, with the agility to adapt in a fast-evolving environment.
- A history of successfully delivering complex, scalable solutions with a focus on customer experience.
- Positive, flexible mindset with a readiness to take on new challenges.
- Strong results orientation, backed by data and outcomes.
- Excellent communication, influencing, and problem-solving abilities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Degree in Computer Science or similar (or equivalent experience).
- Experience leading distributed or remote teams.
- Passion for sports and/or the sports betting industry.
- Experience working cross-functionally with Product, Data, and Design teams.
- Start-up or high-growth environment experience, with a bias toward rapid learning and iteration.
- Strong team collaboration mindset and passion for working in a supportive, fast-paced environment.
- Passion for sports, especially NFL and college football
Ready to build the future of sports betting? If you possess some of these skills but not all of them, we still encourage you to apply! Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position. We are open to fully remote candidates based in Ireland, but we strongly encourage those who can join us on campus two days per week.
About Us
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 globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally. About the Team
Launched in 2021, Fanatics Betting and Gaming is the online and retail sports betting subsidiary of Fanatics, a global digital sports platform. The Fanatics Sportsbook is available to 95% of the addressable online sports bettor market in the U.S. Fanatics Casino is currently available online in Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and West Virginia. Fanatics Betting and Gaming operates twenty-two retail sports betting locations, including the only sportsbook inside an NFL stadium at Northwest Stadium. Fanatics Betting and Gaming is headquartered in New York with offices in Denver, Leeds and Dublin.
