Engineering Manager, Ad Serving

Collaborative Efforts Enhance Streaming Success. Roku is revolutionizing the television viewing experienceAs the leading TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, Roku is on a mission to power every television worldwide. We pioneered the concept of streaming to the TV, and our goal is to be the platform that unites the entire TV ecosystem. We connect viewers with the content they cherish, allow content creators to build and monetize expansive audiences, and provide advertisers with innovative tools to engage consumers effectively.From your first day at Roku, you'll make impactful contributions. We are a rapidly growing public company where every team member plays a crucial role. Join us to bring joy to millions of TV streamers globally while gaining valuable experience across diverse areas. About the RoleA robust, reliable, and scalable advertising platform is essential for supporting and expanding Roku’s rapidly growing advertising business. The Ad Engineering team is tasked with building this platform. The Ad Serving team designs, develops, deploys, and manages Roku’s Supply-Side, Ad Mediation, and Demand-Side platforms, which are central to Roku’s ad monetization strategy. We are seeking a visionary leader to steer the Ad Mediation division—creating significant strategic, architectural, and cross-functional influence across Roku’s advertising platform. For New York Only - The anticipated annual salary for this role ranges from $360,000 to $440,000. Compensation packages are tailored based on individual factors, including skills, certifications, and geographical location. This position includes benefits such as health insurance, equity awards, life insurance, disability coverage, parental leave, wellness programs, and paid time off.What You’ll Be DoingDefine and drive a multi-year technical strategy, influencing architecture across various teams.Establish the long-term technical vision and take complete responsibility for the scalability, stability, and performance of Roku’s ad serving mediation platforms—systems operating at a large scale with significant revenue implications.Influence product direction by gaining a deep understanding of Roku’s advertising business, marketplace dynamics, and long-term monetization strategies.Lead and nurture a high-performing engineering team.

Teamwork Makes the Stream Work. Roku is Revolutionizing TV ViewingAs the leading TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, Roku is on a mission to transform how audiences engage with television. Our innovative approach connects viewers to their favorite content, empowers content creators to grow and monetize their audiences, and offers advertisers groundbreaking methods to reach consumers effectively.From day one at Roku, you will be a key contributor in a dynamic environment where everyone plays an active role. Join us in delighting millions of streaming enthusiasts globally while acquiring invaluable experience across a range of sectors. About the Team The Ad Engineering Team is pivotal in developing a robust, scalable, and reliable real-time advertising platform that will drive Roku's advertising growth. We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our team and significantly impact this initiative. If you have a wealth of experience in crafting complex systems, thrive on technological challenges at scale, and enjoy mentoring others while solving intricate problems, we want to hear from you! About the Role As a pioneer in the TV streaming landscape, Roku continues to lead through innovation. The Roku Channel positions us to influence the future of streaming. To sustain our success, we are investing in Advertising Engineering. The ideal candidate will possess a strong curiosity and the ability to integrate a global perspective with localized execution. The successful applicant will showcase a blend of technical and interpersonal skills, adept at addressing changing business demands promptly.Creating a real-time, highly scalable advertising platform is vital for our continued success. Our mission is to develop a top-tier advertising system that supports and expands Roku’s burgeoning ad business. Our platforms are designed for high performance, deployed at scale, and set benchmarks for effective advertising while ensuring user privacy.For New York Only - The estimated annual salary for this position is between $186,000 - $360,000 annually.

About Quizlet:At Quizlet, we are dedicated to empowering learners to achieve their goals in the most effective and enjoyable manner. With a valuation exceeding $1 billion, our platform is utilized by two-thirds of U.S. high school students and half of college students, facilitating over 1 billion learning interactions weekly.We integrate cognitive science and machine learning to personalize and enrich the learning experience for students, professionals, and lifelong learners. Our passion lies in enhancing educational outcomes through diverse approaches and innovative tools.Join Us in Shaping the Future of LearningBecome a part of our mission to create and deliver AI-driven learning solutions that have a global impact and unlock human potential.About the Team:The Product Engineering organization at Quizlet develops essential experiences that assist millions of students and educators in achieving their learning objectives. We work collaboratively across teams to ensure user-centric results, emphasizing the creation of intuitive interfaces, engaging learning tools, and reliable, scalable systems.You will be joining a passionate team of engineers, designers, product managers, and data scientists, all committed to addressing real-world educational challenges. Our teams foster autonomy, embrace experimentation, and prioritize user-centric design. We value transparency, inclusivity, and collaboration at every level.About the Role:We are in search of a Senior Engineering Manager to lead our Ads platform team, a pivotal component in sustainably supporting millions of learners globally. This team is responsible for the complete ads stack, including programmatic and direct ads, video advertising, SDK and exchange integrations, as well as partnerships with ad quality and measurement vendors across web, iOS, and Android platforms.In this leadership role, you will mentor and develop a high-performing team of engineers while closely collaborating with Product, Data, Design, Revenue, and external partners to define and execute the ads roadmap. You will champion engineering excellence within systems that must harmonize scale, performance, reliability, user experience, and monetization impact. As a senior leader, you will remain technically engaged, influencing architecture, guiding complex integrations, and spearheading initiatives that enhance platform resilience and developer productivity.This position requires proficiency in navigating multiple platforms and domains, balancing product experience with revenue objectives, and constructing systems that function effectively at a global scale.Location: New York, NY

At Genius Sports, we seamlessly blend cutting-edge technology with unparalleled live data to usher in a new era of sports experiences for fans globally. Our mission is to create immersive, interactive, and personalized engagements like never before. Discover more at geniussports.com.The Role: Engineering Manager, Ad-TechJoin our dynamic Ad-Tech Engineering Team as we seek a passionate and skilled Engineering Manager to lead a talented group of engineers dedicated to developing and maintaining our Advertising platforms supporting both our supply and demand teams.The ideal candidate will possess an in-depth understanding of web application best practices, with a background in the media or advertising sectors and a strong grasp of the programmatic advertising ecosystem. Expertise in full-stack web application development, API development, and collaboration with third-party APIs is essential. Experience in application architecture, particularly within distributed or cloud-based environments, is also preferred.Moreover, a proven track record of building high-performing engineering teams and a dedication to fostering a culture of innovation and quality to tackle complex challenges is crucial.Key ResponsibilitiesThe Engineering Manager, Ad-Tech will be responsible for:Leading the design, development, and maintenance of our Programmatic Curation Platform, emphasizing usability, scalability, and robust APIs.Driving the architectural strategy and development of scalable, modern web applications that are central to our Advertising offerings.Collaborating with product and business stakeholders to convert requirements into technical specifications and deliver effective application solutions.Application Management & Demand OptimizationOverseeing and modernizing the existing suite of production applications for Demand Optimization, Campaign Management, and Data Collection processes to ensure exceptional performance and reliability.Establishing comprehensive end-to-end monitoring, alerting, and logging systems for all customer-facing Advertising applications and services.Ensuring system stability, scalability, and performance across our platforms.

Join DoorDash as an Engineering Manager for our Ads Promo Products team. In this pivotal role, you will lead a dynamic team of engineers to design, develop, and enhance our advertising promotional products. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that drive business results. Your leadership and technical expertise will be critical in ensuring our products meet high performance and scalability standards.

Join a Cutting-Edge Agency Where Art Meets ScienceKnown is at the forefront of modern marketing, designed to tackle the unique challenges and seize the unprecedented opportunities that today's marketers encounter. With a dynamic team of over 250 talented professionals, we seamlessly integrate PhD-level data scientists with award-winning creatives, strategists, engineers, and research experts to create some of the most innovative and impactful work in the industry. We believe that true collaboration between creativity, science, strategy, and technology can lead to extraordinary outcomes.Recognized by Ad Age as a prime example of a full-service agency, we proudly hold a spot in the top ten of The Agency A-List for 2024 & 2025, and we are honored to be named Ad Age’s Data & Insights Agency of the Year for three consecutive years. Our partnerships with leading brands across various sectors, including finance, technology, entertainment, media, CPG, and real estate, contribute to our success and accolades, including prestigious awards like the Emmys, Clios, Effies, Cannes Lions, ProMax Agency of the Year, Fast Company’s World Changing Ideas, and Digiday’s Most Innovative Media Agency.We thrive on attracting and nurturing the best talent to help us continue producing award-winning work. What does it mean to be a Knowner? We are curious innovators and knowledge-seekers who consistently challenge ourselves to improve for our clients, our team, and the broader community. While our U.S. offices are open, we embrace a hybrid work environment, with many Knowners enjoying the flexibility of remote work.Now, Let’s Focus on Your RoleAs a key member of our Media Science team, you will leverage advanced analytics, machine learning, and statistical modeling to strategically plan and optimize media investments. Your expertise will help translate client objectives into measurable outcomes and activate campaigns across various channels to achieve tangible business results.The Ad Operations team plays a vital role in ensuring that campaigns are executed with precision, focusing on measurement accuracy, process efficiency, and technical excellence. As the Ad Operations Manager, you will utilize your deep technical knowledge and strategic vision to oversee the end-to-end execution of multi-platform campaigns. You will work closely with media, creative, and analytics teams to guarantee seamless delivery while continuously enhancing processes and outcomes.

Join our innovative team at LinkedIn as a Principal AI Engineer specializing in Ads AI. In this pivotal role, you will leverage cutting-edge artificial intelligence techniques to enhance our advertising solutions. Your expertise in machine learning and data analytics will help shape the future of digital advertising, driving engagement and improving user experience.

At Genius Sports, we are at the forefront of a revolution in sports engagement, harnessing cutting-edge technology and the most accurate live data available. Our mission is to create an unparalleled experience for fans globally, ensuring every interaction is more immersive, interactive, and tailored than ever before. Discover more about us at geniussports.com.About the Role We are in search of a passionate Senior Data Engineer who thrives on continuous learning and is eager to take ownership of their tools and products, adhering to Agile Software Development best practices. We believe that skilled engineers can seamlessly transition between projects and acquire new competencies driven by their passion for what they do. Don’t let your current programming language or framework be a barrier to applying!Your technical acumen and pragmatic problem-solving skills will be essential as you collaborate within a team focused on Agile delivery and ongoing improvement. You should possess a data-driven mindset, comfortable with continuous experimentation and validation.Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines for extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) of large datasets.Optimize data processing jobs and database queries for peak performance and efficiency.Implement and manage data storage solutions, including data warehouses, data lakes, and distributed systems.Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code for data ingestion, processing, and analysis.Troubleshoot and resolve data pipeline issues, ensuring data quality and integrity.Stay updated with the latest data engineering technologies, tools, and best practices.Mentor and guide team members in data engineering principles and methodologies.

Join Reddit's dynamic Brand Ad Formats team as an Android Software Engineer, where you'll craft innovative advertising experiences that enhance user engagement and maximize brand impact. In this role, you will create and optimize ad features for Reddit’s Android app, collaborating with cross-functional teams to tackle complex challenges and deliver cutting-edge solutions. Your contributions will help shape the future of advertising on one of the internet's largest platforms, ensuring a memorable experience for our users while supporting significant brand initiatives.

Join NBCUniversal as a Product Manager for Ad Platform Solutions where you will lead the strategic vision and execution of innovative advertising technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance our ad solutions and drive revenue growth. Your role will be pivotal in shaping the future of advertising at NBCUniversal.

Genius Sports is at the forefront of revolutionizing the sports experience for fans around the globe. By integrating advanced technology with premier live data, we are crafting immersive, interactive, and tailored experiences that redefine fan engagement. Discover more at geniussports.com The Role: Senior Director of Engineering, Ad-TechThe Genius Sports Ad-Tech Engineering Team is in search of a dynamic and experienced Senior Director to guide our engineering division, tasked with advancing our innovative Fan Activation platform.This platform integrates an audience graph encompassing over 250 million users alongside our premier, low-latency sports data platform (GeniusIQ), providing unique activation prospects for our advertising partners.The ideal candidate will possess a robust understanding of system design and architecture, particularly in real-time systems, data warehousing, and web application development. Proficiency in technologies such as Rust, Snowflake, Temporal, and NextJS is essential.Experience in the advertising sector and a comprehensive understanding of the programmatic advertising ecosystem are critical.Additionally, a proven track record of cultivating high-performing engineering teams and fostering a culture of innovation and quality to tackle unique and complex challenges is required.Key Responsibilities As the Senior Director of Ad-Tech, your specific responsibilities will include:Building, coaching, inspiring, and leading multiple teams of passionate engineers across various disciplines (data engineering, real-time systems, full-stack development).Fostering a team-first culture where team members feel empowered to innovate, iterate, fail, and learn quickly while maintaining accountability.Maintaining robust stakeholder relationships across product, commercial, operations, and other engineering groups, ensuring effective management of cross-functional dependencies.Effectively balancing business objectives (revenue goals, customer relationships), product objectives (rapid experimentation, market fit), and engineering goals (system cohesion, extensibility, reliability) in a fast-paced environment.Overseeing the architecture of the advertising platform to guide the evolution of a cohesive system that supports diverse advertising opportunities.

The OpportunityUnity Technologies is poised to enhance its ability to independently assess the effectiveness of its advertising solutions—specifically, evaluating whether a particular ad led to an installation—without complete reliance on third-party mobile measurement partners (MMPs). As the Principal Engineer for Ads Measurement, you will spearhead this initiative. This pivotal role encompasses the vision and execution of Unity's self-attribution capabilities, ensuring that Unity can autonomously gauge ad performance, create dependable sources of truth for AI/ML optimization, and establish a clear, purposeful relationship within the MMP ecosystem. This position operates at the intersection of advertising, data science, platform strategy, and developer trust, fundamentally shaping how Unity measures, interprets, and enhances advertising outcomes within a complex and dynamic measurement landscape.Your ResponsibilitiesArchitect Unity’s Measurement Foundation: Design and implement the scalable technical infrastructure required for independent measurement of install attribution and ad effectiveness.Develop Self-Attribution Capabilities: Lead the engineering efforts to create internal attribution signals and reliable, privacy-conscious install measurement across various platforms.Enhance AI/ML Optimization: Collaborate closely with data science and machine learning teams to ensure that measurement data is of high quality and optimized for model training.Strategize for MMP Ecosystem: Define technical integration standards for Unity as a self-attributing network, ensuring secure and consistent data exchanges with the broader ecosystem.Cross-Functional Technical Leadership: Foster technical alignment across Ads, Data, Engineering, and Privacy teams to establish measurement as a sustainable strategic asset.

At Genius Sports, we are revolutionizing the sports industry by merging cutting-edge technology with premium live data. Our mission is to create unparalleled experiences for sports fans around the globe, making every interaction more immersive, engaging, and personalized. Discover more about us at geniussports.com.About the Role We are on the lookout for a Staff Software Engineer who possesses extensive technical skills, a sense of ownership, and a commitment to continuous learning. In this pivotal role, you will navigate complex issues, influence technical direction, and foster a positive engineering culture.Your responsibilities will include tackling intricate and ambiguous challenges, applying best practices in Agile software development, and adapting quickly to new technologies. We seek engineers focused on delivering meaningful results rather than being limited by specific programming languages or frameworks.Your expertise in technical leadership and pragmatic decision-making will be essential as you balance immediate project demands with long-term system integrity. You will thrive in an Agile environment that champions continuous improvement and data-driven strategies. Formulating and testing hypotheses, validating assumptions through experimentation, and using data to inform architectural and product decisions will be key aspects of your role.Key Responsibilities Lead the design, development, and enhancement of robust data platforms and backend systems.Serve as a technical authority across teams, impacting architectural decisions and establishing engineering standards.Collaborate with data engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to define system boundaries, APIs, and long-term technical vision.Enhance performance, scalability, reliability, and maintainability of critical systems.Architect and implement efficient and resilient data storage and access methodologies.Produce high-quality, maintainable code while advocating for best practices in coding, testing, and documentation.Identify and address complex production issues, leading root-cause analysis and preventative actions.Promote continuous improvement through the assessment of new technologies and methodologies.

Join Spotify as a Manager of Ads Partner Strategy, where you will lead the development and execution of strategic partnerships to enhance our advertising initiatives. This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent analytical skills and a passion for driving revenue growth through collaboration with key external partners.

Exciting OpportunityWe are seeking a passionate Senior SDK Engineer to join our team, contributing as a key individual contributor on the iOS SDK. You will take ownership of features and subsystems from the design phase through implementation and maintenance. This role offers a unique chance to work at the dynamic intersection of SDK development, machine learning, and data infrastructure. Join us in crafting innovative solutions that advance advertising technology and influence billions of global ad experiences while prioritizing privacy and compliance.

About the TeamAt DoorDash Ads, we aspire to be the leading transparent and effective advertising platform for merchants, brands, and advertising agencies of all sizes. Our mission is to empower businesses to connect with engaged local audiences through user-friendly products that deliver undeniable value. Our analytics team plays a crucial role in shaping product development, enhancing business understanding, and identifying strategic opportunities that align with our overarching goals.About the RoleWe are seeking a dynamic leader to guide a high-performing team of data scientists in shaping the analytics strategy for DoorDash Ads—one of our most rapidly expanding sectors. In this role, you will spearhead initiatives that drive insights and decision-making across a multifaceted marketplace while optimizing outcomes for both consumers and merchants. In your initial months, you will prioritize key objectives, foster collaboration with cross-functional partners in product, engineering, sales, and strategy, and establish a vision for analytical practices that promote sustainable growth. Success in this position will be measured by tangible business impact, enhanced analytics quality across the organization, and the establishment of systems that harmonize advertiser ROI, consumer experience, and platform vitality. You will report directly to the Director of Analytics within our Ads & Promotions division.You’re Excited About This Opportunity Because You Will…Lead and mentor a high-performing analytics team, providing constructive feedback and clear career advancement opportunities.Define and drive the analytical and product roadmap by establishing measurable targets and aligning cross-functional teams with success indicators.Collaborate closely with product, engineering, and go-to-market teams to uncover actionable insights, streamline processes, and facilitate impactful decision-making.Utilize advanced analytical techniques—including cohort analysis, regression modeling, and experimentation—to uncover growth opportunities and shape strategic direction.Excel in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, maintaining creativity and resourcefulness.

Teamwork makes the stream work. Roku is revolutionizing the way the world enjoys televisionAs the leading TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, Roku's ambition is to power every television globally. We were pioneers in bringing streaming to TV and are dedicated to connecting consumers with the content they adore, enabling content publishers to grow and monetize large audiences, and providing advertisers with unique tools for consumer engagement.At Roku, from day one, you’ll contribute meaningfully and be recognized for your efforts. Join a dynamic and rapidly growing public company where every voice matters, and help us delight millions of TV streamers worldwide while gaining invaluable experience across diverse disciplines. About the RoleThe Ad Experiences team plays a crucial role at the intersection of revenue generation and viewer satisfaction. As an Associate Product Manager (APM), you will shape how users engage with advertising throughout our ecosystem, including mobile apps, web interfaces, and video platforms. You'll work on innovative native and interactive ad formats that provide value to advertisers while ensuring a premium user experience.This entry-level position is crafted for high-potential individuals eager to grasp the technical intricacies of ad technology while cultivating a strong product sense for consumer-facing features.The estimated annual salary for this position in New York is between $150,000 - $200,000, with compensation determined by unique candidate factors, including skills, certifications, and geographical location. This role includes health insurance, equity awards, life insurance, disability benefits, parental leave, wellness programs, and paid time off. ResponsibilitiesFeature Execution: Support the complete lifecycle of new ad formats, from initial concept and wireframing to technical documentation and launch.Documentation & Specs: Create comprehensive Product Requirement Documents (PRDs) and user stories that articulate business needs into clear, actionable requirements for Engineering and Design teams.Market Research: Perform competitive analysis and user research to uncover emerging trends in interactive advertising and shoppable content.

About You: At agencywithin, we are seeking a dynamic Search Engine Marketing Account Manager who is eager to take charge of search engine marketing initiatives, including Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, and Apple Search Ads. Join our expanding integrated marketing team to drive impactful paid search campaigns that align with our comprehensive media marketing strategy across major client accounts. We are looking for an analytical thinker with a deep-seated passion for digital marketing. The ideal candidate will possess a successful history of managing search campaigns across various platforms and achieving key performance indicators (KPIs) to foster business growth. This is a thrilling opportunity within a rapidly growing organization.Key Responsibilities:Campaign Launches & Management: Create and enhance keywords and ad text, conduct campaign quality assurance for bidding tools and platforms, develop negative keyword strategies, and perform landing page audits.Campaign Optimization: Utilize data to glean insights that inform creative and audience targeting strategies to enhance client KPIs. Execute bid optimization strategies to improve performance against client objectives.Budget Management: Develop strategic budget allocation models and provide recommendations to optimize marketing expenditures based on specific client objectives.Testing: Design, implement, and monitor tests to validate the adoption of new features, bid strategies, landing pages, and advertisements, collaborating closely with analytics partners for incrementality measurements.Reporting: Conduct thorough ad hoc and cyclical analyses related to account and category performances, historical trend analyses, and competitive insights.Talent Development: Mentor team strategists involved in your accounts, provide strategic direction, communicate task execution timelines, and offer constructive feedback to facilitate their professional growth.

At Genius Sports, we leverage cutting-edge technology and premier live data to usher in a transformative era of sports engagement for fans across the globe. Our goal is to provide unique, immersive, and personalized experiences that elevate the way sports are enjoyed. Explore more at geniussports.com.About the RoleWe are on the lookout for talented Data Engineers who possess a thirst for knowledge and a drive to take ownership of the tools and products they develop, adhering to best practices in Agile Software Development. We believe that a proficient engineer can adapt across projects and acquire new skills seamlessly when inspired by their work. Do not let your current programming language or framework limit your application for this role!Your technical expertise and practical approach to problem-solving will be crucial as you collaborate with a team that emphasizes Agile principles and continuous improvement. You will adopt a data-driven mentality, engaging in continuous experimentation and validation.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and maintain data processing applications and services utilizing Spark, Java, and Kotlin.Create and manage ETL pipelines and Data Processing architectures.Implement and oversee relational databases, ensuring data integrity and optimal performance.Enhance applications for maximum speed and scalability.Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code.Diagnose and resolve application issues.Stay informed about emerging technologies and industry trends.QualificationsDemonstrable experience as a Software Engineer.Expertise in at least one distributed columnar data store (e.g., Spark, Hive, Redshift, Presto, Snowflake).Proficiency in a compiled programming language (Java, Scala, Kotlin, Python).Solid understanding of relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL).Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git).Exceptional problem-solving abilities and meticulous attention to detail.Capable of working independently as well as collaboratively within a team.Strong communication skills.

Join NBCUniversal Media, LLC as the Manager of Ad Sales Finance focusing on our dynamic Sports Digital & Streaming division. In this pivotal role, you will lead financial planning and analysis initiatives, providing strategic insights to drive revenue growth and optimize profitability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement innovative financial solutions that support our expanding digital sports offerings.We are looking for a results-oriented leader with a deep understanding of the media landscape, a passion for sports, and strong analytical skills. Your expertise will be crucial in shaping the financial strategies that underpin our success in the fast-paced world of digital streaming.