Distinguished Engineer at iSpot.tv

Bellevue, Washington, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
AdTechIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
  • Minimum of 12 years of experience in software engineering, with a strong focus on cloud infrastructure, data architecture, and large-scale data processing
  • Proven experience designing and scaling complex data-driven systems, ideally in ad tech, media, or high-volume data environments
  • Deep expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and cloud-native architectures
  • Strong programming skills in languages
  • Deep understanding of large-scale data processing, cloud-native architecture, and real-time analytics

Responsibilities

  • Define and implement a forward-looking technical vision for iSpot’s measurement and data processing platform, ensuring scalability, reliability, and high performance
  • Lead the design of core architecture to support real-time data ingestion, large-scale analytics, and seamless integration with partner ecosystems
  • Collaborate closely with engineering and product leaders to align technology strategy with iSpot’s business goals, especially as they relate to cross-platform ad measurement and data partnerships
  • Identify and address complex technical challenges in high-volume data processing, cloud infrastructure, and data security, bringing innovative solutions to improve the platform
  • Drive experimentation and adoption of new technologies that enhance product capabilities and meet evolving market demands
  • Actively participate in roadmap planning, influencing key decisions related to technology, product development, and new feature design
  • Serve as a mentor and role model, guiding engineers in best practices for coding, design, and architecture
  • Provide thought leadership and technical guidance across engineering teams, fostering an environment of continuous learning and improvement
  • Act as a key contributor in elevating the technical talent at iSpot, participating in hiring, onboarding, and professional development initiatives
  • Work closely with data science team to enhance methodology, data accuracy, and real-time processing capabilities
  • Collaborate with product management to shape user-centric solutions, ensuring the platform’s architecture can adapt to customer needs and industry trends
  • Engage with security and compliance teams to embed security practices into product and infrastructure design, maintaining the highest standards for data privacy and regulatory compliance
  • Represent iSpot in industry forums, conferences, and publications, contributing to the broader technical community on topics related to data processing, ad tech, and streaming measurement
  • Stay abreast of industry advancements in big data, machine learning, and cloud computing, recommending strategies to keep iSpot’s technology at the forefront

Skills

Large-scale Data Processing
Cloud-native Architecture
Real-time Analytics
Data Ingestion
Large-scale Analytics
Cloud Infrastructure
Data Security
Scalability
Technical Leadership
Architecture Design

iSpot.tv

TV ad measurement and attribution services

About iSpot.tv

iSpot.tv specializes in TV Attribution, helping businesses understand the impact of their TV advertising on real-world results like store visits and sales. Their platform uses data from a large collection of TV ads and insights from 12 million opted-in Smart TVs to provide real-time measurement of ad impressions and viewer attention. iSpot primarily serves disruptive brands across various industries, offering a subscription-based service that integrates with clients' existing marketing tools to enhance the effectiveness of their TV campaigns. Unlike competitors, iSpot focuses on delivering advanced analytics and insights that allow brands to optimize their advertising strategies based on actual business outcomes. The company's goal is to empower brands to maximize their advertising investments through precise measurement and actionable insights.

Bellevue, WashingtonHeadquarters
2012Year Founded
$372.3MTotal Funding
GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Consumer Software, EntertainmentIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Stock Options
Hybrid Work Options
Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Competition from companies like FuboTV could challenge iSpot's market share.
Former iSpot executives joining competitors may lead to knowledge transfer risks.
Complex media landscape may affect the effectiveness of iSpot's collaborations.

Differentiation

iSpot.tv offers real-time analytics for TV ads, unlike legacy solutions.
The company provides cross-platform measurement, unifying TV and digital ad performance.
iSpot.tv's platform integrates seamlessly with existing marketing tools for enhanced ad optimization.

Upsides

Growing demand for cross-platform measurement boosts iSpot.tv's market potential.
Partnerships with companies like Roku enhance iSpot.tv's data accuracy and ad targeting.
The rise of programmatic TV advertising increases demand for iSpot.tv's advanced capabilities.

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