Backend Software Engineer (C++, Go)

lgads; New York (NY); On-site; USD 154,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage for员工

401(k) with company match

Flexible Time Off (FTO)

Paid parental leave

Job summary

LG Ad Solutions is seeking a senior backend engineer to design, develop, and maintain scalable, low-latency systems using Golang and C++. You will build high-throughput data pipelines with Kafka and collaborate on architecture updates while promoting QA, testing, and monitoring best practices.

The role requires 6+ years of backend experience, fluent in Golang and/or C++, and a strong track record in real-time data processing on AWS with IaC.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of backend engineering experience with an emphasis on low-latency, high-throughput systems that can scale efficiently.
• Code regularly in Golang and/or C++
• Experience building high volume data pipelines with Kafka
• Experience with debugging tools (e.g., GDB, Delve)
• Experience working in an AWS environment that embraces IaC
• Proficient in writing highly performant concurrent code
• Writing clear technical documentation

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable systems capable of low latency and high throughput using Golang and C++.
• Collaborate on systems architecture updates.
• Build data pipelines in Kafka.
• Help drive best practices in QA, testing, and monitoring.

Skills

Backend engineering

Golang

C++

Kafka

GDB

Delve

AWS

IaC

Concurrent code

Documentation

Tools

Kafka

GDB

Delve

Job description

We require people to be on-site, 4 days/week at our Manhattan or Denver office and are unable to offer relocation support.

LG Ad Solutions

LG Ad Solutions is a global leader in connected TV (CTV) and cross-screen advertising. We pride ourselves on delivering state-of-the-art advertising solutions that integrate seamlessly with today's ever-evolving digital media landscape.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking someone to work on our Automatic Content Recognition (ACR) platform. This platform consists of a client-side SDK embedded in smart TVs, a back-end engine to conduct content matching against a large content reference database, and a series of algorithms. Our platform collects and processes billions of pieces of data per day and is the backbone of our business.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable systems capable of low latency and high throughput using Golang and C++.

• Collaborate on systems architecture updates.

• Build data pipelines in Kafka.

• Help drive best practices in QA, testing, and monitoring.

Your Expertise:

• 6+ years of backend engineering experience with an emphasis on low-latency, high-throughput systems that can scale efficiently

• Code regularly in Golang and/or C++

• Experience building high volume data pipelines with Kafka

• Experience with debugging tools (e.g., GDB, Delve)

• Experience working in an AWS environment that embraces IaC

• Proficient in writing highly performant concurrent code

• Writing clear technical documentation

LG Ad Solutions provides equal work opportunities to all team members and applicants, and it prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, caste, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by our policies or federal, state, or local laws.

We want to ensure that our hiring process is accessible. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an email to [e-mail] to let us know the nature of your request.

Application Deadline: September 30, 2026

Compensation & Benefits

• Tier 1* (San Francisco Bay Area, New York City Tri-State Area, Los Angeles Metro Area, and Seattle Metro Area)$154,000 - $220,000/year

• Tier 2* (all other U.S. Locations outside of Tier 1)$135,000 – $192,500/yr

• Offers Bonus

• Benefits & Perks: 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents. Company-paid life and AD&D, STD and LTD insurance, plus optional supplemental coverage. 401(k) with company match. Flexible Time Off (FTO). Paid parental leave.

*Certain markets, including the San Francisco Bay Area, New York City Tri-State Area, Los Angeles Metro Area, and Seattle Metro Area, are aligned to Tier 1 compensation bands. All other U.S. locations are aligned to Tier 2 compensation bands. The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.