Director, Demand Side Platform (DSP) Engineering

Location: US-based, must be legally authorized to work in the US

Annual Salary: $145,000

Role Overview

The Director of DSP Engineering is a pivotal leadership role responsible for leading the development and optimization of our cutting-edge Demand Side Platform. This role demands a unique combination of deep expertise in real-time bidding (RTB) systems, extensive experience in Go (Golang) backend development for high-throughput applications, and a proven ability to design and deliver intuitive user interfaces for complex data visualization and campaign management. You will act as a strategic partner to internal teams, translating complex business requirements into scalable technical solutions that drive revenue and client success. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of the programmatic advertising ecosystem and a passion for driving innovation in ad tech. Beyond the technical roadmap, you will champion a high-performance culture by mentoring our engineering talent and building a sustainable, inclusive environment.

Key Responsibilities

DSP Architecture & Development:

·         Design and architect scalable, high-performance DSP systems for real-time bidding and campaign management.

·         Optimize bidding algorithms and strategies to maximize campaign performance and ROI.

·         Lead the development of robust and efficient data pipelines for processing large volumes of advertising data.

·         Implement and manage fraud detection and brand safety features.

 Go (Golang) Backend Development:

·         Architect and develop high-throughput, low-latency Go-based backend systems for real-time bidding and data processing.

·         Design and implement APIs for seamless integration with ad exchanges, data providers, and third-party systems.

·         Ensure code quality, maintainability, and scalability of backend systems.

 User Interface (UI) Development:

·         Lead the development of intuitive and user-friendly campaign management, reporting, and analytics interfaces.

·         Design and implement data visualization tools to provide actionable insights into campaign performance.

·         Ensure a seamless user experience across various platforms and devices.

Team Leadership & Mentorship:

·         Led and mentored a team of DSP and software engineers.

·         Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment.

·         Provide technical guidance and expertise to team members.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

·         Collaborate with product managers, data scientists, and other stakeholders to define product requirements and drive innovation.

·         Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.

·         Work with sales and marketing teams to provide technical support.

Industry Knowledge & Partnerships:

·         Stay current on the latest trends and technologies in the programmatic advertising industry.

·         Maintain strong relationships with ad exchanges, data providers, and other industry partners.

·         20+ years of software development experience, focusing on high-performance backend systems.

·         Extensive experience in Go (Golang) backend development, with a proven track record of building scalable and reliable systems.

·         Strong UI development skills, with experience in modern UI frameworks.

·         Deep understanding of the programmatic advertising ecosystem, including RTB (Real-Time Bidding), DSPs (Demand-Side Platforms), SSPs (Supply-Side Platforms), and ad exchanges.

·         Experience with real-time bidding algorithms and strategies.

·         Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS or Google Cloud.

·         Problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

·         Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

·         Experience with specific DSP platforms and technologies.

·         Knowledge of data science and machine learning techniques for ad optimization.

·         Experience with large-scale data processing and analysis.

·         Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.

COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION 

Including a 401(k) with generous company matching. 

100% REMOTE WORKING OPPORTUNITY  

Always have been and always will be. 

TOP-NOTCH MEDICAL COVERAGE 

Domestic-partner inclusive, health, dental, vision, life, cancer coverage, and long-term disability insurance for you and your dependents. 

GENEROUS PAID TIME OFF 

23 days of PTO per year.  We believe in work-life balance and encourage you to use your time off. 

PAID PARENTAL LEAVE 

10 weeks of fully paid time off. All genders qualify equally, and the policy includes adoptions.  

We believe that a diverse, inclusive staff is a fundamental strength. We’re committed to hiring people of all races, ethnicities, religions, ages, sex, genders, sexual orientations, and gender identities. Women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and members of untapped groups are strongly encouraged to apply and are welcome on our teams.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the hiring process and employment. If you require an accommodation to apply for or interview for this position, please let us know (email Gideon at Gideon.bender@thetara.group).

We encourage candidates to apply even if their experience does not align perfectly with every qualification listed.