Director of Engineering - Carter

Ring Inc; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions company in Toronto seeks a Director of Engineering to lead its engineering team and drive technical strategy. Candidates must have over 10 years of experience, including leadership in adtech. Responsibilities include managing product development and ensuring data security compliance. The role offers a hybrid work model, downtown office, and comprehensive benefits, with a focus on innovation and team growth.

Benefits

Hybrid Flexibility

Comprehensive Benefits covering 100% of health insurance premiums

Access to learning and development resources

Qualifications

• 10+ years in software engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within the adtech or martech industry.
• Strong background in building and scaling complex systems.
• Proven ability to lead and inspire engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the engineering strategy.
• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing engineering team.
• Oversee the development and delivery of scalable software solutions.
• Work closely with Product Management and Data Science.
• Implement and refine engineering processes.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies.
• Ensure adherence to data privacy and security standards.

Skills

Technical Leadership

Team Management

Product Development

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Process Optimization

Innovation

Security & Compliance

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

AWS

Terraform

Kubernetes

Kafka

Airflow

Python

Job description

About ShyftLabs

At ShyftLabs, we live and breathe data. Since 2020, we’ve been helping Fortune 500 companies unlock growth with cutting-edge digital solutions that transform industries and create measurable business impact. We’re growing fast and we’re looking for passionate problem-solvers who are ready to turn big ideas into real outcomes.

About Carter:

Carter is rethinking adtech infrastructure from the ground up with a privacy‑first, AI‑powered platform transforming commerce media. Our platform enables sophisticated audience management, seamless campaign execution, and advanced monetization‑while keeping data security and privacy at the core. We empower our partners to turn every customer interaction into a revenue‑generating opportunity, leveraging AI, first‑party data, and seamless integrations across the entire retail media ecosystem.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a seasoned and visionary Director of Engineering to lead and scale our engineering organization. This role is pivotal in driving the technical strategy and execution of Carter’s core products, including our ad platform, data engine, and ad server. As a key member of the leadership team, you will collaborate closely with Product, Data Science, and Business stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions that align with our mission and values.

Adtech experience is a requirement for this role.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Technical Leadership: Define and execute the engineering strategy, ensuring alignment with Carter’s product roadmap and business objectives.
• Team Management: Build, mentor, and lead a high‑performing engineering team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Product Development: Oversee the development and delivery of scalable, secure, and high‑quality software solutions across our adtech stack.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Product Management, Data Science, and other departments to prioritize initiatives and ensure seamless execution.
• Process Optimization: Implement and refine engineering processes, tools, and best practices to enhance productivity and product quality.
• Innovation: Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends to drive innovation and maintain Carter’s competitive edge.
• Security & Compliance: Ensure that all engineering practices adhere to the highest standards of data privacy and security.

What You Bring

• Experience: 10+ years in software engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within the adtech or martech industry.
• Technical Expertise: Strong background in building and scaling complex systems, including ad platforms, data engines, and real‑time bidding systems. Tools include but are not limited to AWS, Terraform, Kubernetes, Kafka, Airflow, and Python.
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead and inspire engineering teams, with a focus on mentorship and professional development.
• Strategic Thinking: Demonstrated success in aligning engineering initiatives with business goals and driving measurable outcomes.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate across diverse teams.
• Agility: Comfortable operating in a fast‑paced, ambiguous startup environment, with a proactive and adaptable mindset.
• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Why You’ll Love Working at ShyftLabs

At ShyftLabs, your work matters. We’re a growing data product company making a big impact with Fortune 500 clients and as we scale, you’ll have the chance to shape solutions, influence strategy, and grow your career alongside us.

Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

• -Hybrid Flexibility: Enjoy a hybrid model with 3 days in‑office and 2 days remote.
• -Downtown Toronto Office: Work in the heart of the city.
• -Comprehensive Benefits: We cover 100% of health, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you and your dependents which means no out‑of‑pocket costs.
• -Growth & Learning: Access extensive learning and development resources to keep leveling up your skills.

Inclusion at ShyftLabs

We’re building something big, and we want you on the journey with us. If you’re ready to use data and innovation to make an impact, apply today and let’s grow together.

ShyftLabs is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to creating a safe, diverse, and inclusive environment. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds including ethnicity, religion, disability status, gender identity, sexual orientation, family status, age, and nationality to apply. If you require accommodation during the interview process, let us know and we’ll be happy to support you.