Staff Software Engineer, Ad Platform

ZipRecruiter; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to lead the development of an innovative advertising platform. The role involves collaboration across teams to create robust solutions using cutting-edge technologies, ensuring high performance and compliance with privacy standards while managing significant ad traffic. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in software engineering, particularly in ad platform development, and strong technical leadership capabilities.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in software engineering, with 3+ years in ad platform development.
• Strong expertise in Typescript, Java, Scala, or Python.
• Experience with cloud platforms and ad tech standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture and design of the ad platform, ensuring scalability and efficiency.
• Design mechanisms for targeted ad delivery and budget optimization.
• Ensure compliance with privacy regulations.

Skills

Software engineering

Typescript

Java

Scala

Python

Cloud platforms

Ad tech tools

Machine learning

Data security

Tools

AWS

Google Cloud

Azure

OpenSearch

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Xometry (NASDAQ: XMTR) powers the industries of today and tomorrow by connecting the people with big ideas to the manufacturers who can bring them to life. Xometry's digital marketplace gives manufacturers the critical resources they need to grow their business while also making it easy for buyers at Fortune 1000 companies to tap into global manufacturing capacity.

At Xometry, we're revolutionizing the way custom manufacturing operates, connecting the world's engineers, designers, and manufacturers through innovative technology. Thomasnet, a Xometry company, is the leading platform for industrial buyers and suppliers to connect and grow. Together, we're creating a powerful ecosystem that drives efficiencies, innovation, and success for manufacturers across the globe.

We're looking for a skilled Staff Software Engineer to lead the design and development of Thomasnet's next- advertising platform, enhancing how industrial suppliers showcase their products and services while delivering unmatched value to our customers.

About the Role

As a Staff Software Engineer, you'll play a pivotal role in designing and evolving a robust, scalable, and innovative advertising platform. You'll collaborate across engineering, product, and business teams to create an ecosystem that enables precision-targeted ad delivery while adhering to privacy regulations, maximizing performance, and creating a seamless user experience for advertisers and users alike.

You'll be tasked with designing & building solutions that integrate cutting-edge technologies like AI-driven recommendations, advanced analytics, and real-time bidding systems, ensuring Thomasnet remains the go-to platform for industrial advertising.

Key Responsibilities

• Platform Architecture & Design:
• Lead the architecture and design of Thomasnet's ad platform, focusing on scalability, efficiency, and reliability.
• Define system interfaces, APIs, and integrations with third-party tools.
• Technical Leadership:
• Set technical direction and help establish best practices across the engineer teams.
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams to deliver high-quality solutions aligned with business goals.
• Ad Delivery & Optimization:
• Design mechanisms for targeted ad delivery, real-time auction systems, and dynamic budget optimization.
• Integrate machine learning models to enhance audience segmentation, campaign performance, and predictive analytics.
• Compliance & Security:
• Ensure platform compliance with privacy regulations such as GDPR and CCPA.
• Implement rigorous data security measures to safeguard user and advertiser data.
• Scalability & Performance:
• Build systems capable of handling millions of daily ad impressions and clicks.
• Continuously optimize platform performance through monitoring, analytics, and feedback loops.

RequirementsTechnical Skills:

• 8+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 3 years in ad platform development or related fields.
• Strong technical expertise with programming like Typescript, Java, Scala or Python.
• Proficiency with cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure.
• Experience with search related technologies such as OpenSearch.
• Familiarity with ad tech tools and standards, including DSPs, SSPs, RTB protocols, and ad-serving technologies.
• Experience and knowledge of sound software application and system level design & architecture.

Leadership & Collaboration:

• Proven experience in leading cross-functional teams and influencing stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

Bonus Qualifications:

• Hands-on experience with machine learning and AI for ad optimization.
• Knowledge of privacy frameworks and compliance best practices in ad tech.
• Experience building SaaS products or platforms within the industrial/manufacturing domain.

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Xometry is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to , , , , , , , veteran, or status.

For US based roles: Xometry participates in E-Verify and after a job offer is accepted, will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.