Senior Software Engineer (Advertising Analytics)

TL;DR

Senior Software Engineer (Advertising Analytics): Designing and building scalable APIs and big data pipelines to power advertising measurement and analytics with an accent on high-performance data processing and API design. Focus on architecting production-grade data products using Spark, Airflow, and low-latency APIs to deliver actionable insights for advertisers.

Location: Hybrid in Manchester, United Kingdom (Office Monday through Thursday)

Company

hirify.global is a leading TV streaming platform connecting consumers, content publishers, and advertisers through its ecosystem.

What you will do

• Design and build APIs and backend services using Spring Boot to support data products and analytics workflows.
• Develop and maintain large-scale ETL workflows and data pipelines using Apache Spark and Apache Airflow.
• Optimize data storage and retrieval systems using Druid, Trino, and StarRocks for high-performance analytics.
• Collaborate with Product Managers, Data Science, and Ad Sales teams to deliver integrated measurement solutions.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers to promote best practices in software and data engineering.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in software and/or data engineering.
• Deep expertise in big data technologies, specifically Apache Spark and Apache Airflow.
• Strong programming skills in Java, Python, or Scala.
• Advanced SQL skills with expertise in query optimization for large datasets.
• Experience with at least one of the following: Apache Druid, StarRocks, or Trino.
• Must be based in or able to work from Manchester, UK to adhere to the hybrid office policy.

Nice to have

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Knowledge of AdTech, specifically advertising data platforms and campaign measurement.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform.
• Experience building Agentic AI systems to automate analytics workflows.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work approach with flexible Fridays.
• Global access to mental health and financial wellness support and resources.
• Comprehensive local benefits including healthcare (medical, dental, vision) and retirement options (401k/pension).
• Fast-paced, collaborative environment that values independent thinking and pragmatic innovation.