Senior Backend Engineer (AdTech) (La Esperanza)

AgileEngine is an Inc.

5000 company that creates award-winning software for Fortune 500 brands and trailblazing startups across 17+ industries.

We rank among the leaders in areas like application development and AI/ML, and our people-first culture has earned us multiple Best Place to Work awards.

WHY JOIN US

If you're looking for a place to grow, make an impact, and work with people who care, we'd love to meet you!

ABOUT THE ROLE

Join as a Senior Backend Developer (AdTech) to help build a next-generation advertising platform powered by scalable backend systems, real-time data processing, and distributed architectures.

You will work with technologies such as Python, Django, Kubernetes, PostgreSQL, and AWS while contributing to technical direction and engineering standards in an early-stage environment.

This role offers strong ownership, collaboration with experienced engineers, and the opportunity to create products used by millions of people.

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

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

PERKS AND BENEFITS

- Professional growth: Mentorship, TechTalks, and personalized growth roadmaps.

- Competitive compensation: USD-based pay with education, fitness, and team activity budgets.

- Exciting projects: Modern solutions with Fortune 500 and top product companies.

- Flextime: Versátil schedule with remote and office options.

Meet Our Recruitment Process

Application → Coding Challenge → Video Interview → Technical Interview or Hiring Manager Interview

Each step helps us understand your skills and overall fit.

If it’s a match, you’ll receive an offer.

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