Engineering Lead Manager (Adtech)

TL;DR

Engineering Lead Manager (Backend/Adtech): Leading and developing a high-performance team of engineers to build a global programmatic advertising supply-side platform with an accent on scalable backend systems and ultra-low latency. Focus on mentoring engineers, architecting resilient systems, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver business outcomes.

Location: Toronto (Hybrid: office attendance required on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays)

Company

A global advertising supply-side platform processing over 700 billion real-time auctions daily using a vertically integrated infrastructure.

What you will do

• Build and lead a world-class engineering team, fostering a culture of innovation and accountability.
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and professional development opportunities to team members.
• Implement SDLC best practices to design scalable and resilient systems.
• Develop performance metrics and reporting mechanisms to monitor system health and reliability.
• Act as the technical lead on projects, ensuring architectural alignment and on-time delivery.

Requirements

• Strong software engineering proficiency in Golang, Java, or C#.
• Demonstrable expertise in designing and developing complex back-end systems.
• At least 2 years of experience in a leadership/team-building role.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to negotiate and find practical compromises.
• Excellent communication skills for effective cross-functional collaboration.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents.
• Paid time off, health days, personal days, and flexible work schedules.
• Competitive retirement matching plans and equity packages.
• Generous parental leave for all parents (birthing, non-birthing, and adoptive).
• Annual well-being allowance, fitness discounts, and mental health support programs.
• Resources and programming dedicated to continuous professional learning.