Full-Stack Software Engineer

Summary

Join Fandom as a Staff Engineer specializing in Ad Technology to lead the development of next-generation advertising solutions. You will architect and implement high-performance ad systems, optimize ad performance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. This role requires 8+ years of software engineering experience, with at least 4 years in ad tech. You will need expertise in backend systems, ad tech ecosystems, and data systems, along with strong communication and leadership skills. The position offers a competitive benefits package including a MacBook Pro, online courses, stock options, and flexible work hours.

Requirements

• Experience: 8+ years of software engineering experience, with at least 4 years focused on advertising technology (programmatic, real-time bidding, SSP/DSP integration, Prebid, etc.)
• Technical Expertise: Proficiency in high-performance backend systems, with extensive experience in languages such as Javascript, Node, Python, or similar, and strong knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, GCP)
• Ad Tech Knowledge: Deep understanding of digital advertising ecosystems, including ad exchanges, SSPs, DSPs, and identity solutions, as well as familiarity with standards like OpenRTB, VAST, and IAB frameworks
• Data Proficiency: Experience working with large-scale data systems and monitoring tools to ensure system reliability and data accuracy
• Privacy & Compliance: Working knowledge of privacy regulations and experience implementing data governance and compliance within ad tech solutions
• Problem Solving: Strong analytical skills with a proven track record of identifying and solving complex problems in ad technology
• Communication & Collaboration: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and influence cross-functional teams
• Leadership & Mentorship: Experience mentoring engineers and contributing to technical and cultural leadership within an engineering team

Responsibilities

• Lead Ad Tech Initiatives: Take ownership of technical strategy, design, and implementation for core ad technology systems, focusing on scalability, robustness, and performance
• System Architecture & Development: Architect and develop complex, high-performance ad systems, including programmatic bidding, ad servers, data pipelines, and tracking infrastructure
• Optimize Ad Performance: Implement and maintain systems to enhance ad viewability, loading speeds, CPM, and ad targeting accuracy
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work with product managers, data scientists, and engineers to define requirements, technical specs, and product goals
• Code Quality & Best Practices: Ensure high code quality, performance, and reliability through code reviews, testing, and monitoring. Contribute to and enforce engineering standards, particularly in ad tech
• Privacy & Compliance: Implement ad technology solutions in compliance with privacy regulations and industry standards (e.g., GDPR, CCPA)
• Innovate & Experiment: Identify new technologies and methodologies to drive innovation in our ad products and conduct experiments to validate hypotheses around ad optimization and new features
• Mentorship & Leadership: Mentor other engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning

Preferred Qualifications

• Industry Tools: Experience with ad-serving technologies, consent management systems, and analytics tools (e.g., Prebid, OneTrust, Amplitude)
• Experimentation and A/B Testing: Background in designing and executing ad-related experiments for optimizing yield and user experience
• Certification: Relevant certifications in cloud technologies, data analytics, or ad technology are a plus

Benefits

• MacBook Pro and all the gear you need for work
• Free access to a multitude of popular online courses and books sponsored by the company
• Company stock options
• Company swag packages
• Cafeteria Benefit Program (including private medical care, gym membership, shopping/wellness bonus, etc.)
• VTO (Voluntary Time Off) - a day off every quarter for volunteering non-profit
• Frequent team bonding events
• Flexible work hours & time-off
• Employee Interest and Hobby Groups supported by the company
• Open, energetic and fan-focused, international work environment