Senior Backend Engineer - AdTech Platform & OpenRTB
Chicory
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Job summary
Chicory is seeking a Senior Software Engineer, Backend in a collaborative, fast-paced environment in NYC with flexible remote/hybrid options. You will lead backend architecture, drive programmatic advertising initiatives, and shape scalable systems that power ad delivery and marketplace dynamics.
Expect to mentor engineers, own critical components, and push for reliability and performance. The role demands deep expertise in distributed systems, OpenRTB, and cross-functional collaboration with
Qualifications
- 7+ years of backend software engineering experience.
- 2+ years in programmatic advertising systems (SSPs/DSPs/auctions).
- Experience with OpenRTB and ad-tech protocols.
- Ability to influence roadmaps and drive cross-team alignment.
- Strong instrumentation, monitoring, and performance analysis.
Responsibilities
- Lead backend architecture and initiatives across Chicory’s platform.
- Design and optimize high-throughput, latency-sensitive systems.
- Mentor engineers and enforce coding standards.
- Collaborate with Product, Campaign Management, and stakeholders.
- Perform rigorous code reviews and drive reliability.
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Job description
Chicory is seeking a Senior Software Engineer, Backend in a collaborative, fast-paced environment in NYC with flexible remote/hybrid options. You will lead backend architecture, drive programmatic advertising initiatives, and shape scalable systems that power ad delivery and marketplace dynamics.
Expect to mentor engineers, own critical components, and push for reliability and performance. The role demands deep expertise in distributed systems, OpenRTB, and cross-functional collaboration with
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