Senior Engineering Manager

Senior Engineering Manager - Betnacional, Hybrid

About Betfair Romania Development:

Betfair Romania Development is the largest technology hub of Flutter Entertainment, with over 2,000 people powering the world's leading sports betting and iGaming brands. Exciting, immersive and safe experiences are delivered to over 18 million customers worldwide, from our office in Cluj-Napoca. Driven by relentless innovation and commitment to excellence, we operate our own unbeatable portfolio of diverse proprietary brands such as FanDuel, PokerStars, SportsBet, Betfair, Paddy Power, or Sky Betting & Gaming.

Our Values:

The values we share at Betfair Romania Development define what makes us unique as a team. They empower us by giving meaning to our contributions, and they ensure that we consistently strive for excellence in everything we do. We are looking for passionate individuals who align with our values and are committed to making a difference.

Win together | Raise the bar | Got your back | Own it | Positive impact

About the brand:

Founded in 2021, Betnacional was among the first betting platforms to secure a definitive operating license in Brazil. Known for its speed, innovation, and strong connection with Brazilian players, Betnacional combines cutting-edge technology with a deep understanding of the national market. In 2025, Betnacional together with Betfair Brazil have established Flutter International's fifth region: Flutter Brazil.

Role Overview:

We are building a new Data & Intelligence organization and looking for a Senior Engineering Manager to lead this journey. This role is ideal for someone with deep expertise in data science modeling and AI, who can also act as a technical reference for the team while driving strategy and execution. You will guide projects that create real business impact in areas such as fraud detection, customer segmentation, churn prediction, lifetime value (LTV), recommendation systems, responsible gambling, odds optimization, and natural language processing (e.g., text analytics, customer support classification, content moderation).

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a team of data scientists and ML engineers
• Act as a technical authority in AI and Data Science modeling
• Drive the development of predictive and prescriptive models, from design to deployment
• Ensure best practices in model observability, accuracy, quality, and reliability
• Collaborate with global stakeholders, delivering insights and AI solutions that shape business strategy
• Oversee the adoption of AWS, Databricks, Python, and PySpark as core technologies
• Foster a culture of experimentation, accountability, and data-driven decision-making

What We're Looking For:

• Strong track record in Data Science modeling and AI, delivering business impact
• Hands-on expertise in Python, PySpark, Databricks, and AWS
• Experience leading and developing high-performing data science teams
• Excellent communication skills and fluency in English (spoken and written)
• Ability to work in a global, distributed environment
• Previous experience in iGaming, betting, or other regulated industries is a strong plus
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse teams across various departments, fostering an environment of open communication and shared goals to achieve collective success
• Proven ability to set ambitious goals and continuously strive for improvement. Demonstrates a strong focus on achieving high-quality outcomes, consistently pushing for greater efficiency and performance
• Committed to being a reliable and supportive team member, fostering trust and collaboration
• Ability to make informed and confident decisions while bringing your own perspectives to the table
• Demonstrates a strong commitment to understanding and meeting the needs of stakeholders and customers. Ensures that decisions and actions have a positive, lasting impact by delivering solutions that exceed expectations, building trust, and fostering long-term relationships

Nice to Have:

• Experience with MLOps and model observability frameworks
• Familiarity with regulatory and compliance-driven environments
• Comfort in executive-level communication and decision influence

Benefits:

• Hybrid & remote working options

• €1,000 per year for self-development

• Company share scheme

• 25 days of annual leave per year

• 20 days per year to work abroad

• 5 personal days/year

• Flexible benefits: travel, sports, hobbies

• Extended health, dental and travel insurances

• Customized well-being programmes

• Career growth sessions

• Thousands of online courses through Udemy

• A variety of engaging office events

Disclaimer:

We are an inclusive employer. By embracing diverse experiences and perspectives, we create a lasting, positive impact for our employees, customers, and the communities we're part of. You don't have to meet all the requirements listed to apply for this role. If you need any adjustments to make this role work for you, let us know, and we'll see how we can accommodate them.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only the candidates who best meet the job requirements will be contacted for an interview.

By submitting your application online, you agree that your details will be used to progress your application for employment. If your application is successful, your details will be used to administer your personnel record. If your application is unsuccessful, we will retain your details for a period no longer than three years, to consider you for prospective roles within the company.