Senior Software Engineer

Summary

Join Basis Technologies' DSP Backend Engineering team and contribute to building and improving our industry-leading, real-time bidding platform. You will design and implement software features, brainstorm improvements, architect scalable solutions, and resolve production issues. This role requires 5+ years of software development experience with Java and object-oriented design patterns, along with experience in scalable systems and databases. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a flexible work environment with remote options in the U.S. and Canada. Basis Technologies is committed to building an inclusive culture and providing a supportive work environment. We are recognized as a top workplace by various publications, highlighting our commitment to employee well-being.

Requirements

• 5+ years of software development experience
• Excellent knowledge of Java and object-oriented design patterns
• Experience working with horizontally scalable systems
• Experience with both relational and NoSQL databases
• Familiar with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
• Experience with all phases of the software development life cycle
• Comfortable collaborating with others in an agile team environment
• Passion for high-quality software design and best practices

Responsibilities

• Design and implement readable, testable, and sustainable software for new product features
• Brainstorm, document, and propose ideas to support constant improvements to the platform
• Architect horizontally scalable solutions to support the high-volume, low-latency demands of the DSP
• Find performance bottlenecks using Java profiling/monitoring tools, and apply architectural/software changes and GC-tuning optimizations to address them
• Collaborate with and coach team members on best practices, code reviews, and process improvements
• Partner closely with AdTech experts to iteratively turn high-level requirements into technical deliverables
• Demonstrate troubleshooting and critical thinking skills to resolve production issues

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field
• Experience taking the lead on the entire development lifecycle of large-scale projects
• Excited by a fast-paced product development environment
• Passion for Ad-Tech

Benefits

• Competitive 401k/RRSP matching
• Mental health support
• A funded health savings account
• Paid sabbatical
• Generous parental leave
• A flexible work environment and time off policy
• Modified workweek
• Commission or bonus
• Company equity