Prediction Markets Manager, Culture & Crypto

DraftKings Inc. is a technology company that is shaping the future of customer engagement through innovative prediction markets. As the Prediction Markets Manager for the Non-Sports portfolio, you will lead the strategy and execution of prediction markets across various categories, influencing growth and engagement in a rapidly evolving business.

Responsibilities:

• Own the end-to-end strategy, execution, and performance of non-sports prediction markets across categories including crypto, politics, stocks, commodities, macroeconomics, artificial intelligence, culture, and breaking news
• Drive business outcomes by managing key performance metrics including engagement, retention, market quality, volume, and revenue
• Identify emerging narratives, trends, and real-world events that resonate with customers and translate them into compelling prediction market opportunities
• Partner closely with the Product Team, Marketing Team, Analytics Team, Customer Experience Team, Legal Team, Compliance Team, Public Relations Team, and external prediction market partners to execute against business objectives
• Develop and optimize operational processes that enable the rapid launch, monitoring, and management of prediction markets at scale
• Leverage data, market insights, and sound judgment to make fast, high-quality decisions in a real-time environment
• Evaluate market performance, customer behavior, and industry trends to continuously improve market offerings and customer engagement
• Serve as a subject matter expert on prediction markets and emerging topics, helping inform strategic priorities across the organization

Requirements:

• At least 5 years of experience in operations, strategy, business management, consulting, finance, trading, media, or a high-growth technology environment
• Experience owning business outcomes, operational performance metrics, or Profit and Loss (P&L) responsibilities
• Strong knowledge of financial markets, cryptocurrency, politics, macroeconomics, technology trends, consumer behavior, or related subject matter
• Proven ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, ambiguous environments while balancing multiple priorities
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data to inform decisions and drive results
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with experience influencing cross-functional stakeholders and aligning teams around shared goals
• A proactive, ownership-driven mindset with a demonstrated ability to identify opportunities and execute with urgency
• Curiosity, commercial acumen, and a strong instinct for understanding the trends, stories, and events that capture customer attention