Senior Backend Engineer (AdTech) ID52365

About the role

We are looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to architect and build the core systems of a next-generation AdTech platform that embeds products directly into visual experiences. You will design high-throughput, low-latency services for campaign delivery, targeting, attribution, and partner integrations using Python, Django, Kubernetes, and AWS. This is an early-stage initiative where senior engineers define the technical direction and system architecture from the ground up.

What you will do

Architect, build, and evolve core systems for the Ads platform;

Design APIs and services supporting campaign management, targeting, delivery, attribution, and reporting;

Build and optimize high-throughput, low-latency systems processing large volumes of events and data;

Own critical systems end-to-end, including design, implementation, deployment, monitoring, and ongoing improvements;

Drive architectural decisions and establish patterns that support scalability, reliability, and developer productivity;

Collaborate closely with product, data, and partner teams to translate business requirements into robust technical solutions;

Provide technical leadership through design reviews, system discussions, and mentoring other engineers;

Contribute to engineering best practices, documentation, and long-term platform vision;

Participate in hiring and help grow a strong, high-performing team.

Must haves

5 years of software development experience building scalable systems (backend programming languages/frameworks, e.g. Java, .NET, Python, Node.js etc);

Experience with AdTech;

Experience with DSPs, SSPs, ad exchanges, affiliate programs, Prebid.js, Prebid Server, Google Ad Manager, Amazon UAM/TAM, OpenRTB, identity and addressability solutions, as well as ad operations workflows;

Deep understanding of computer science fundamentals (algorithms, data structures, networking, databases);

Proven experience designing and scaling distributed systems focusing on performance, observability, and fault tolerance;

Strong architectural instincts and the ability to make high-leverage technical decisions that impact multiple teams and systems;

Demonstrated ability to influence and mentor senior engineers, guide teams through ambiguity, and elevate engineering practices across the board;

Exceptional ownership mindset — you drive initiatives forward, raise the bar, and deliver lasting impact;

Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills;

Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-autonomy, product-driven environment;

Experience with e-commerce and catalog management is preferred;

Familiarity with Python, Django, Kubernetes, PostgreSQL, AWS is strongly preferred, but deep expertise in analogous systems and a willingness to learn are welcome;

Upper-intermediate English level.

Nice to haves

Experience with e-commerce and catalog management;

Familiarity with Python, Django, Kubernetes, PostgreSQL, AWS or similar technologies;

Strong experience with complex ETL flows and high-throughput systems.

Perks and benefits

Professional growth: Accelerate your professional journey with mentorship, TechTalks, and personalized growth roadmaps.

Competitive compensation: We match your ever-growing skills, talent, and contributions with competitive USD-based compensation and budgets for education, fitness, and team activities.

A selection of exciting projects: Join projects with modern solutions development and top-tier clients that include Fortune 500 enterprises and leading product brands.

Flextime: Tailor your schedule for an optimal work-life balance, by having the options of working from home and going to the office, whatever makes you the happiest and most productive.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: Remote