AI & Software Engineering Manager

PMG; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 160,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Development

Generous Time Off

Parental Leave

Retirement & Pension Plans

Fertility and Family Support

Healthcare

Pet Insurance

Lifestyle Spending Accounts

Commuter Benefits

Annual Bonus

Volunteering Opportunities

AI Enterprise License

Job summary

PMG, a global independent platform company, is looking for an AI & Software Engineering Manager to lead a talented team building Alli's AI-powered features. You will drive technical vision across the AI, data, and insights pillars, mentor engineers, and collaborate with product and design teams to balance innovation with business needs.

You’ll shape scalable solutions, champion best practices, and stay ahead of AI/ML advances in a fast-moving marketing tech environment in Dallas, TX.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software development experience delivering scalable solutions.
• 2+ years leading and mentoring a team of engineers.
• 2+ years of experience with AWS or other cloud platforms.
• Strong API design and system architecture fundamentals.
• Proficiency in Python, JavaScript (Node.js, React), and Go.
• Experience with CI/CD, automated testing, and cloud deployments.
• Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and IaC tools like Terraform or Ansible.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a high-performing team of engineers, fostering growth and technical excellence.
• Define and drive the technical vision and roadmap for Alli’s AI-powered solutions.
• Design, develop, and deploy AI-driven features to guide smarter marketing decisions.
• Partner with Product Managers, Designers, and cross-functional teams to align engineering with business goals.
• Promote best practices for code quality, testing, and scalable architecture.
• Conduct code reviews, debugging, and ensure maintainable code.
• Stay ahead of emerging AI/ML technologies and drive innovation for marketing tech.
• Provide technical guidance and strategic insights to client teams on media and technology trends.

Skills

Software development

Team leadership

AWS

RESTful APIs

Python

JavaScript/Node.js/React

Go

CI/CD

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform/Ansible

Communication

Data processing / Spark / Kafka

Client-facing / consulting

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Terraform

Ansible

Job description

We are PMG

PMG, a global independent platform company engineered for impact, integrates business strategy, media, creative, and data within a single operating model powered by our proprietary operating system, Alli. With more than 1,000 employees, PMG partners with brands including Apple, Nike, Dropbox, Experian, Sephora, and Whole Foods. Our work has earned top industry honors, including Cannes Lions and Adweek’s Media Plan of the Year, and PMG has won 40+ workplace culture awards, including being the only company to rank among Ad Age’s Best Places to Work for 11 consecutive years.

Who You’ll Be Working With

At PMG, we’re redefining what’s possible in digital marketing through Alli, our cloud-based suite of AI-powered tools. Alli has helped deliver ads to over 1 billion consumers in 80+ countries, driving meaningful results for some of the world’s most recognized brands. As an AI & Software Engineering Manager, you’ll lead a team of talented engineers focused on solving complex challenges, developing AI-driven solutions, and shaping the technology stack that powers Alli’s Actions, Data, or Insights pillars.

This isn’t just a leadership role—it’s an opportunity to influence the future of AI-powered marketing, drive real impact for our clients, and mentor engineers as they build groundbreaking solutions. You’ll collaborate closely with product managers, engineering leaders, and cross-functional teams to define the technical vision and balance innovation with business needs. If you’re passionate about AI, love tackling big challenges, and thrive in a fast-moving, supportive environment, this is the place for you.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead and mentor a high-performing team of engineers, fostering career growth and technical excellence.
• Work in a collaborative, fast-moving environment, where ideas turn into impactful solutions quickly.
• Define and drive the technical vision and roadmap for Alli’s AI-powered solutions, ensuring scalability, reliability, and long-term success.
• Design, develop, and deploy cutting-edge AI-driven features that help brands make smarter marketing decisions.
• Partner with Product Managers, Designers, and cross-functional teams to integrate AI solutions that enhance performance and drive measurable results.
• Guide the team in best practices for clean code, automated testing, version control, and scalable architecture.
• Conduct code reviews, debugging, and testing, ensuring high-quality, maintainable code.
• Stay ahead of emerging AI and machine learning technologies, championing innovation that shapes the future of marketing technology.

What You Will Bring

• 5+ years of software development experience with object-oriented programming, delivering scalable and maintainable solutions with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering or related experience.
• 2+ years leading and mentoring a team of engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and growth
• 2+ years of experience with AWS or other cloud platforms, including deploying and managing applications in cloud environments.
• Proven ability to balance hands-on development with leadership responsibilities, ensuring team success.
• Strong expertise in RESTful API design, system architecture, and SOLID engineering principles.
• Proficiency in backend and frontend technologies, including Python, JavaScript (Node.js, React), and Go.
• Hands-on experience with automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud-based deployments to ensure reliability and efficiency.
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes for scalable application management.
• Knowledge of infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform or Ansible to streamline deployment processes.
• Strong ability to communicate technical concepts clearly across teams, aligning engineering efforts with business objectives.
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset with a focus on delivering real-world impact and continuous improvement.
• Experience in digital marketing or advertising technology and its intersection with engineering solutions.
• Familiarity with large-scale data processing frameworks such as Apache Spark or Kafka.
• A commitment to curiosity and adaptability as a continual learner, staying at the forefront of media innovation while prioritizing client success with a customer-focused mindset that seeks opportunities to deliver meaningful value.
• A dedication to people-focused leadership, fostering collaboration, innovation, and professional growth by leading by example and nurturing strong relationships that empower others to excel.
• Provide technical guidance and strategic insights to client teams, leveraging expertise in media, technology, and emerging trends.
• Strong proficiency in SQL, Python, and other relevant programming languages for data manipulation, analysis, and process automation.
• Experience in a client-facing role, providing both technical advice and strategic insights to help clients achieve their goals

Nice To Have Qualifications

• Interest or familiarity working in the Digital Marketing industry
• AWS Solutions Architect - Professional certification
• Prior experience working with Large Language Models (LLMs)
• Familiarity with Infrastructure-as-Code tools like Terraform
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field

What We Offer

• Professional Development : Take advantage of our learning and development programs, mentorship opportunities, and career advancement support.

• Generous Time Off : Enjoy generous paid time off and holiday allowances to recharge and spend time with loved ones.

• Parental Leave : We provide paid parental leave to support your family during important life events.

• Retirement & Pension Plans : Plan for your future with competitive retirement or pension programs, including contribution matching.

• Fertility and Family Support : Access fertility benefits for all team members and their spouses.

• Healthcare : Coverage and support for everyday medical expenses and routine care, tailored by geography.

• Pet Insurance : Protect your pet’s health and your finances.

• Lifestyle Spending Accounts : Enjoy 100% company-funded accounts to promote healthy habits and well-being.

• Commuter Benefits : Access support for travel and commuting needs, where available.

• Annual Bonus : All employees are eligible for an annual bonus.

• Volunteering Opportunities : Receive 8 give-back hours to volunteer in your local communities.

• AI Enterprise License : Access AI Enterprise accounts and participate in weekly AI training sessions to empower and ensure AI safety.

Benefits vary by country, location, and geography to reflect local laws, norms, and expectations.

What Sets Us Apart

Being part of PMG means joining a company culture that’s unmatched in digital. We’re dedicated to working hard to serve our employees and clients, delivering value, results, and innovation—which often requires true grit and agility. We believe in taking care of ourselves and each other to continuously improve in every way.

In alignment with our core values to be inclusive and always change for the better, PMG is committed to creating a more diverse and inclusive culture, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe that we only change for the better by bringing diverse perspectives to our company. PMG recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.