Staff Fullstack Software Engineer (Javascript- Ad Tech Id-2710

About this Role

Are you passionate about ad technology and ready to make a meaningful impact? If you're excited to bring your expertise to a team that’s shaping the future of digital advertising, we encourage you to apply! Join us as we build next-generation solutions that support the experiences of millions of fans worldwide.

As a Staff Engineer specializing in Ad Technology at Fandom, you’ll play a central role in designing, developing, and implementing systems that enhance the efficiency and quality of our ad products. This position reports to the Sr. Director of Engineering and will be part of a collaborative, supportive, and fast-paced team environment.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead Ad Tech Initiatives: Take ownership of technical strategy and drive innovation in ad tech, focusing on performance and scalability.
  • Architect & Develop Ad Systems: Design complex, high-performing systems, including programmatic bidding, ad servers, and tracking infrastructure.
  • Optimize Ad Performance: Implement and maintain systems to improve viewability, ad targeting, and other performance metrics.
  • Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Work with Product, Data Science, and Engineering teams to set product goals and deliver solutions.
  • Ensure Quality & Compliance: Maintain high standards of code quality and adhere to privacy and industry regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
  • Innovate & Experiment: Explore new technologies, run experiments, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Mentor & Lead: Support junior engineers by sharing knowledge and fostering a collaborative, learning-oriented environment.

What You Bring

  • Experience: 8+ years of software engineering experience, with a focus on ad tech preferred but open to equivalent experience in relevant areas.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in backend systems (e.g., JavaScript, Node, Python), cloud platforms (AWS, GCP), and ad tech standards (OpenRTB, VAST).
  • Data Proficiency: Experience with large-scale data systems and monitoring tools to maintain system accuracy.
  • Privacy & Compliance Knowledge: Familiarity with privacy regulations and commitment to compliance.
  • Problem Solving & Collaboration: Strong analytical skills and a collaborative spirit, with the ability to work cross-functionally and communicate complex concepts clearly.
  • Leadership & Mentorship: A desire to mentor others and foster a team culture that emphasizes learning and growth.

Bonus Skills

  • Experience with ad-serving technologies, consent management systems, and analytics tools.
  • Familiarity with experimentation and A/B testing in ad tech.
  • Certifications in cloud technologies or ad tech.

Benefits & Perks

  • Salary Range = ($156k - $230k)
  • Vibrant team culture
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Training (unlimited Udemy + more)
  • Flexible working hours and time off
  • Equity & Retirement Programs including 401K match
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • International work environment with start-up culture 
  • About Fandom

Fandom is the world’s largest fan platform where fans immerse themselves in imagined worlds across entertainment and gaming. Reaching more than 350 million unique visitors per month and hosting more than 250,000 wikis, Fandom is the #1 source for in-depth information on pop culture, gaming, TV and film, where fans learn about and celebrate their favorite fandoms. Fandom’s Gaming division manages the online video game retailer Fanatical. Fandom Productions, the content arm of Fandom, enhances the fan experience through curated editorial coverage and branded content from trusted and established publishing brands Gamespot, TV Guide and Metacritic, along with its Emmy-nominated Honest Trailers and the weekly video news program The Loop. For more information follow @getfandom or visit: www.fandom.com.

About this Role

Are you passionate about ad technology and ready to make a meaningful impact? If you're excited to bring your expertise to a team that’s shaping the future of digital advertising, we encourage you to apply! Join us as we build next-generation solutions that support the experiences of millions of fans worldwide.

As a Staff Engineer specializing in Ad Technology at Fandom, you’ll play a central role in designing, developing, and implementing systems that enhance the efficiency and quality of our ad products. This position reports to the Sr. Director of Engineering and will be part of a collaborative, supportive, and fast-paced team environment.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead Ad Tech Initiatives: Take ownership of technical strategy and drive innovation in ad tech, focusing on performance and scalability.
  • Architect & Develop Ad Systems: Design complex, high-performing systems, including programmatic bidding, ad servers, and tracking infrastructure.
  • Optimize Ad Performance: Implement and maintain systems to improve viewability, ad targeting, and other performance metrics.
  • Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Work with Product, Data Science, and Engineering teams to set product goals and deliver solutions.
  • Ensure Quality & Compliance: Maintain high standards of code quality and adhere to privacy and industry regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
  • Innovate & Experiment: Explore new technologies, run experiments, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Mentor & Lead: Support junior engineers by sharing knowledge and fostering a collaborative, learning-oriented environment.

What You Bring

  • Experience: 8+ years of software engineering experience, with a focus on ad tech preferred but open to equivalent experience in relevant areas.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in backend systems (e.g., JavaScript, Node, Python), cloud platforms (AWS, GCP), and ad tech standards (OpenRTB, VAST).
  • Data Proficiency: Experience with large-scale data systems and monitoring tools to maintain system accuracy.
  • Privacy & Compliance Knowledge: Familiarity with privacy regulations and commitment to compliance.
  • Problem Solving & Collaboration: Strong analytical skills and a collaborative spirit, with the ability to work cross-functionally and communicate complex concepts clearly.
  • Leadership & Mentorship: A desire to mentor others and foster a team culture that emphasizes learning and growth.

Bonus Skills

  • Experience with ad-serving technologies, consent management systems, and analytics tools.
  • Familiarity with experimentation and A/B testing in ad tech.
  • Certifications in cloud technologies or ad tech.

Benefits & Perks

  • Salary Range = ($156k - $230k)
  • Vibrant team culture
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Training (unlimited Udemy + more)
  • Flexible working hours and time off
  • Equity & Retirement Programs including 401K match
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • International work environment with start-up culture 
  • About Fandom

Fandom is the world’s largest fan platform where fans immerse themselves in imagined worlds across entertainment and gaming. Reaching more than 350 million unique visitors per month and hosting more than 250,000 wikis, Fandom is the #1 source for in-depth information on pop culture, gaming, TV and film, where fans learn about and celebrate their favorite fandoms. Fandom’s Gaming division manages the online video game retailer Fanatical. Fandom Productions, the content arm of Fandom, enhances the fan experience through curated editorial coverage and branded content from trusted and established publishing brands Gamespot, TV Guide and Metacritic, along with its Emmy-nominated Honest Trailers and the weekly video news program The Loop. For more information follow @getfandom or visit: www.fandom.com.

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