Senior Manager, Software Engineer - Ad Tech

Summary

Join Fandom as a Senior Engineering Manager to lead our Ad Tech team and drive innovation in advertising technology, enhancing monetization and improving ad experiences.

Requirements

• 10+ years in software engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership or management role
• Experience in architecting and developing complex, high-performance ad systems
• Knowledge of ad tech frameworks (e.g., OpenRTB, VAST, IAB standards) and ad tech tools (e.g., Prebid.js, Amazon Ads, Google Ad Manager)
• Strong technical foundation in web technologies, backend systems, and data engineering
• Proficiency in programming languages such as JavaScript, Node.js, Python, PHP, or similar
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP) is a plus
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to guide a team and foster a supportive work environment
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and the software development lifecycle

Responsibilities

• Develop and drive the technical strategy and roadmap for ad systems, including ad serving, integration with supply-side platforms (SSPs), and consent management solutions
• Foster a team culture of technical excellence, innovation, and continuous learning
• Lead and support a team of engineers delivering high-quality ad tech solutions, focusing on team empowerment and accountability
• Mentor and support engineering talent, promoting growth and career development
• Oversee the development of scalable systems for ad monitoring, data privacy compliance, and real-time bidding
• Identify optimization opportunities in ad loading, viewability, and CPM to create a seamless ad experience
• Translate high-level business goals into actionable AdTech roadmaps across teams
• Anticipate ad tech trends to help shape the organization's technical vision and align team objectives with business needs
• Develop and enhance ad monetization strategies by working closely with product managers, data engineers, and ad operations teams
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to align priorities with the needs of our diverse audiences

Benefits

• Salary Range = ($168k - $250k)
• Vibrant team culture
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision
• Training (unlimited Udemy + more)
• Flexible working hours and time off
• Equity & Retirement Programs, including 401K match
• Paid Parental Leave