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# Software Engineering Manager (REMOTE) at Fanatics Inc.

- **Company:** Fanatics Inc.
- **Location:** New York, NY
- **Compensation:** $144k–$235k
- **Posted:** 2026-10-06
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-16
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/fanaticsinc/jobs/4436026009

## Job description

## 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.

Overview:

As an Engineering Manager at Fanatics, you will be a technical leader with the ability to grow and scale engineering teams that can deliver business results and ship high-quality software for  customer-facing products and internal platforms.

We own the Fanatics App, the mobile app at  Fanatics that encompasses elements from  all of our different brands and businesses. The Fanatics App brings together Free to Play games, live events, ecommerce, and new product experiences to deliver a best-in-class  Sports platform. Fundamentally, we are one team in everything we do, from the user experience to coding and architecture. We aim to deliver on our Customer Promise by delighting our millions of monthly active users.

Responsibilities:

- Provide leadership and technical expertise within your engineering vertical
- Build and lead one or more teams that will deliver software while adhering (and contributing) to engineering best practices
- Clarify technical requirements, negotiate priorities, and manage projects to deliver on time by leading daily scrum activities
- Clears or escalates blockers to accelerate progress of delivery
- Work closely with your product and design partners to create an ambitious, yet achievable roadmap that can be communicated to executives and stakeholders
- Drive reliable and predictable team execution by setting clear objectives, using data and KPIs to drive transparency, and champion continuous improvement across engineering practices and systems
- Provide clear updates (KPIs, status, metrics) to an executive audience and key stakeholders
- Determine where to simplify, optimize, or extend solutions for the best outcomes
- Help to recruit, assess and onboard a diverse group of talented engineers
- Must be open to occasional travel to Fanatics offices and other locations for conferences, events, meetings, and team-building activities

Required Qualifications:

- 1+ years of experience managing an engineering team
- 4+ years of experience building highly scalable and fault tolerant systems
- You have knowledge of a broad range of design approaches and can deconstruct an architecture to be developed by different teams
- Able to scope a project and with targeted dates to ensure they meet business needs
- Knows how to discern which features are essential, can be triaged, or omitted and works to negotiate with Product Management
- Able to effectively communicate complex technical subjects to a variety of audiences (engineers, technical leaders, marketing and operations teams, non-technical functional leaders)
- Familiar with Agile software product delivery and SCRUM methodology
- Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
- Solid report writing skills with the ability to gather, evaluate and analyze relevant information while structuring material in a logical and coherent manner.
- 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 and a desire to strive for better
- Able to effectively work cross-functionally within an enterprise environment

Preferred Qualifications:

- Experience working in a start-up environment
- Strong mobile software engineering background
- Experience working with Kotlin Multiplatform and/or Compose Multiplatform

If you possess some of these qualifications but not all of them, we still encourage you to apply!

## #LI-AC2

Ranges will change based on country and state of residence, which are reflected in Geographical Zones defined by Fanatics Betting and Gaming. The range incorporates all of our Geographical Compensation Zones and is subject to change as the Zone associated with the actual offer is confirmed. In addition to the base and bonus, full-time employment, and more. For information about our benefits, please visit https://benefitsatfanatics.com/

Salary Range $144,000—$235,000 USD

By submitting your application, you agree to our terms of service and acknowledge you have read our [Candidate Privacy Policy.](https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5ff494b9931735466ce28d5b/t/69de53bde2c02c25e9c38758/1776178110037/Candidate+Privacy+Policy+April+2026.pdf)

Fanatics will never ask candidates for money, banking information, or other sensitive personal information as part of the interview process. If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from Fanatics recruiting, please do not respond and report it here.

## About Fanatics Inc.

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Fanatics is a leading global digital sports platform that enables fans to buy, bet, collect, and engage with their favorite teams, players, and moments through a unified ecosystem of commerce, collectibles, gaming, events, and media.
- **Entity Type**: Private (multiple funding rounds; last disclosed valuation of $31 billion in 2022 – not confirmed in provided sources)
- **Headquarters**: Jacksonville, Florida, USA (with major offices in New York, Los Angeles, London, and over 80 global locations) [fanaticsinc.com](https://www.fanaticsinc.com/careers)
- **Founded**: Not publicly available in provided sources
- **Founders**: Michael Rubin [fanaticsinc.com/culture-talent](https://www.fanaticsinc.com/culture-talent)

## Core Business
- **Primary Industry**: Licensed sports merchandise, digital collectibles, sports betting & iGaming, live events, prediction markets, advertising, and content production.
- **Target Customers**: B2C (sports fans globally), B2B (leagues, teams, players’ associations, colleges, retail partners). Serves over 100 million fans and partners with 900+ sports properties and 6,000+ athletes/celebrities. [fanaticsinc.com](https://www.fanaticsinc.com/)
- **Mission Statement**: “Relentlessly enhancing the fan experience.” [fanaticsinc.com](https://www.fanaticsinc.com/)

## Products & Services
- **Fanatics Commerce**: Design, manufacture, and retail licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle apparel, headwear, and hardgoods across digital and physical channels (2,000+ retail locations including Lids). [fanaticsinc.com](https://www.fanaticsinc.com/)
- **Fanatics Collectibles**: Physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and digital assets (e.g., NFTs) for sports and entertainment properties. [fanaticsinc.com](https://www.fanaticsinc.com/)
- **Fanatics Betting & Gaming**: Online sportsbook, iGaming (casino), and prediction market platforms for real-money wagering. [fanaticsinc.com](https://www.fanaticsinc.com/)
- **Fanatics Markets**: A prediction markets platform allowing fans to forecast real-world sports, cultural, economic, and political events. [fanaticsinc.com](https://www.fanaticsinc.com/)
- **Fanatics Fest**: Large-scale sports and collector fan events (live experiences). [fanaticsinc.com](https://www.fanaticsinc.com/)
- **Fanatics Advertising**: A sports media platform connecting brands with 100M+ fans through onsite and offsite media solutions. [fanaticsinc.com](https://www.fanaticsinc.com/)
- **Fanatics Credit Card**: Co-branded credit card offering rewards tied to the Fanatics ecosystem. [fanaticsinc.com](https://www.fanaticsinc.com/)
- **Fanatics Studios**: A joint venture with OBB Media producing premium sports entertainment content. [fanaticsinc.com](https://www.fanaticsinc.com/)
- **Fanatics ONE**: Loyalty program uniting all Fanatics experiences. [fanaticsinc.com](https://www.fanaticsinc.com/)

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed in provided sources (privately held; last reported valuation ~$31B in 2022)
- **Key Metric**: Over 100 million fans reached; 22,000+ employees (15,000+ full-time, 7,000 part-time/contractor); partnerships with 900+ sports properties and 6,000+ athletes. [fanaticsinc.com](https://www.fanaticsinc.com/) | [fanaticsinc.com/culture-talent](https://www.fanaticsinc.com/culture-talent)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Major sports leagues (NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, WNBA, NWSL), players’ associations, Mitchell & Ness, Lids, Boardroom (Kevin Durant), OBB Media. Investment history includes funds from Silver Lake, SoftBank, Fidelity, and others (not detailed in provided sources).
- **Growth Signals**: Rapid expansion into sports betting, iGaming, prediction markets, credit card services, advertising, and media production; launch of Fanatics Markets (prediction platform); growing loyalty program (Fanatics ONE); continuous retail footprint (2,000+ stores). [fanaticsinc.com](https://www.fanaticsinc.com/)

## Competitive Advantages
- **Vertical Integration**: End-to-end control from product design and manufacturing to retail, digital platforms, and real-money gaming, creating a seamless fan experience.
- **Exclusive Licensing**: Deep, long-term partnerships with all major U.S. sports leagues, top player associations, and major colleges – barriers for competitors.
- **Massive Scale**: 100M+ fan reach, 22,000 employees, 2,000+ retail locations (including Lids), and global supply chain provide unmatched distribution and data.
- **Data-Driven Ecosystem**: Cross-platform data allows personalized offers, loyalty rewards, and targeted advertising across commerce, betting, and collectibles.
- **Diversified Revenue Streams**: Commerce, collectibles, betting, events, advertising, and financial services reduce reliance on any single segment.

## Strategic Focus
- **Integrated Ecosystem**: Connecting all fan touchpoints (buy, bet, collect, engage) to maximize lifetime value and reduce churn.
- **Technology Innovation**: Investing in AI, prediction markets, digital collectibles (blockchain), and real-time personalization.
- **Expansion into Financial Services**: Launching co-branded credit cards and financial products to deepen fan loyalty.
- **Global Growth**: Extending partnerships and operations internationally (80+ offices globally).
- **Media & Content**: Scaling Fanatics Studios to produce premium sports entertainment and leveraging advertising as a revenue engine. [fanaticsinc.com](https://www.fanaticsinc.com/)

## Why Work Here
- **High-Performance Culture**: Fanatics emphasizes speed, intensity, and a “relentless” work ethic. The company seeks “high performers” who thrive in a fast-paced, no-offseason environment. [fanaticsinc.com/careers](https://www.fanaticsinc.com/careers)
- **Competitive Compensation**: Competitive pay, bonuses, equity (where eligible), robust 401(k) matching, student loan assistance, tuition reimbursement, and merchandise discounts. [fanaticsinc.com/culture-talent](https://www.fanaticsinc.com/culture-talent)
- **Work-Life Balance Benefits**: Unlimited discretionary time-off, generous maternity/paternity leave, flexible schedules, remote/hybrid options available for certain roles (e.g., Privacy & Product Counsel REMOTE). [fanaticsinc.com/culture-talent](https://www.fanaticsinc.com/culture-talent) | [greenhouse.io](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/fanaticsinc)
- **Wellness & Health**: Comprehensive health coverage, mental health services, Wellhub (Gympass) access, fertility and adoption assistance, gender affirmation care.
- **Talent Development**: Fanatics University (FanU) for learning, mentoring, leadership coaching, and inclusive leadership programs for emerging female leaders. [fanaticsinc.com/culture-talent](https://www.fanaticsinc.com/culture-talent)
- **Diversity & Inclusion**: Strong focus on Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Allyship (IDEA); employee-led FANs groups (AAPI, Black, PRIDE, Veterans, Women’s). 43% of US director+ are female; 45% ethnically diverse. [fanaticsinc.com/culture-talent](https://www.fanaticsinc.com/culture-talent)
- **Awards**: Forbes America’s Dream Employers 2025, Fast Company 50 Most Innovative Companies, Front Office Sports Best Employer in Sports, Sports Business Journal Most Influential (Michael Rubin). [fanaticsinc.com/culture-talent](https://www.fanaticsinc.com/culture-talent)
- **Office/Remote Policy**: Hybrid for many roles; some fully remote positions available. Over 80 offices globally including US hubs in Jacksonville, New York, Los Angeles, Tampa, and international in London, Hyderabad, Paris, Manchester. [greenhouse.io](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/fanaticsinc) | [fanaticsinc.com/careers](https://www.fanaticsinc.com/careers)

## Sources
1. [fanaticsinc.com – Main About Page](https://www.fanaticsinc.com/)
2. [fanaticsinc.com/careers – Careers Page](https://www.fanaticsinc.com/careers)
3. [fanaticsinc.com/culture-talent – Culture & Talent Page](https://www.fanaticsinc.com/culture-tal

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