Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence stakeholders. Experience managing distributed or remote teams in a fast-paced, regulated environment with emphasis on psychological safety and open communication is a plus Excellent communication skills and a track record of delivering outcomes through others Nice to Have
- Experience leading developer experience or internal platform product initiatives
- Background in regulated, high-availability environments
- Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools and their application to developer productivity
- Experience in high-growth or fast-paced engineering organizations
Why Platform Engineering at FBG
At FBG, Platform Engineering operates with a product-first mindset. Our mission is to empower developers with intuitive, reliable, and scalable platforms that remove friction and accelerate innovation. The work you lead will directly impact the speed, safety, and quality of software delivery across Fanatics Betting & Gaming.
Working Across Regions
This role operates in a highly collaborative, globally distributed environment. You will work closely with platform and application engineering partners in the US and EMEA, requiring strong communication, thoughtful coordination across time zones, and a commitment to shared ownership. Success in this role depends on building trust, maintaining alignment, and ensuring consistent platform standards while adapting to regional needs.
Travel Expectations
This role includes periodic travel to the United States for team offsites, planning sessions, and cross-team collaboration. Additional travel within EMEA may be required for team meetings or company events.
Compensation & Benefits
The expected salary range for this role is based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience and will vary based on location. This position is eligible for the Fanatics Betting & Gaming annual bonus program and equity award, where applicable.
In addition to base compensation, full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, which may include medical, dental, vision coverage, retirement savings plans, paid time off, family care benefits, wellness programs, and other perks. Benefits offerings may vary by country and location.
We do not offer sponsorship for this role and you will need to be living in the United Kingdom to apply.
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.
