Staff Software Engineer Ads API

Reddit; Canada; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology and social media firm in Canada is looking for a senior software engineer to lead projects focused on the development of the Ads API. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in software engineering, particularly in large-scale systems. Responsibilities include defining technical roadmaps and creating exceptional developer experiences. Strong communication skills and expertise in programming languages like Go or Python are essential for success in this impactful role.

Benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Mentorship programs

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• 7+ years of software engineering experience with a focus on large-scale technical projects.
• Strong experience in large-scale distributed systems and backend service development.
• Expertise in at least one general-purpose programming language.

Responsibilities

• Lead and drive high-leverage projects that accelerate the development of the Ads API.
• Define the technical roadmap for the platform.
• Create a world-class developer experience for external partners.

Skills

Software engineering

Large-scale distributed systems

API design and usability

Excellent communication skills

Tools

Go

Python

Scala

Java

C++

Job description

Overview

Employer Industry: Technology and Social Media

Why consider this job opportunity

• Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
• Work with a talented team on high-impact projects in the advertising technology space
• Mentorship opportunities to enhance technical and leadership skills
• Chance to influence the technical direction of the Ads API and make a significant impact on the platform's success
• Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities)

• Lead and drive high-leverage projects that accelerate the development of the Ads API
• Define the technical roadmap for the platform, translating complex business needs into actionable strategies
• Create a world-class developer experience for external partners, focusing on API design and usability
• Mentor and collaborate with other technical contributors to foster a culture of excellence
• Work with cross-functional teams to ensure the Ads API meets stakeholder needs

What is Required (Qualifications)

• 7+ years of software engineering experience with a focus on large-scale technical projects
• Strong experience in large-scale distributed systems and backend service development
• Expertise in at least one general-purpose programming language (e.g., Go, Python, Scala, Java, or C++)
• Demonstrated ability to navigate complex problems and align stakeholders with different priorities
• Excellent communication skills to drive consensus and influence decisions within the engineering organization

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

• Direct experience as a Tech Lead or in a similar role
• Previous experience as part of a Platform team serving engineering customers
• Proven ability to design, build, and operate scalable, public-facing APIs
• Familiarity with API gateways, authentication protocols, and rate limiting
• Expertise in Python and/or Go

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