Lead Engineer- Stats and Analytics, Data Externalization at StackAdapt

Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

AdTech, Advertising, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Extensive experience with big data processing, ideally at the scale of terabytes or more
Strong technical leadership skills with a proven ability to define and drive long-term engineering strategies
Hybrid expertise in data engineering and software development – not just someone who runs queries, but someone who has built scalable data systems and engineering solutions
Hands-on experience with data warehouse technologies is highly desirable
Bonus: Familiarity with tools like Trino/Presto, Snowflake, and other modern data warehouse platforms
Track record of building and scaling robust data pipelines and systems in production environments
An ability to think strategically, lead technically, and inspire the team toward delivering high-impact, scalable solutions

Responsibilities

Architect scalable low-latency backend systems and data pipelines
Write code as needed to support the team
Lead and mentor a team of talented engineers within the backend distributed systems team
Make a positive impact on the team's productivity and growth
Promote software development best-practices and conduct rigorous code reviews
Rigorously identify and solve technical challenges
Conduct interviews to attract and identify potential high-performing candidates
Balance and prioritize projects to maximize efficiency and ensure company objectives are achieved

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Big Data ProcessingData EngineeringData WarehousingTrinoPrestoSnowflakeData PipelinesBackend SystemsScalable SystemsTechnical Leadership

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote?

Yes, this is a remote position available to candidates in North America.

What is the salary for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What skills are required for the Lead Engineer role?

The role requires extensive experience with big data processing at terabyte scale, strong technical leadership to drive engineering strategies, hybrid expertise in data engineering and software development, hands-on experience with data warehouse technologies, and a track record of building scalable data pipelines.

What is the company culture like at StackAdapt?

StackAdapt is a Remote First company, emphasizing innovation, imagination, and creativity in a high-performance environment.

What makes a strong candidate for this position?

A strong candidate will have proven technical leadership, experience building scalable data systems and pipelines at massive scale, strategic thinking, and the ability to mentor engineers while delivering high-impact solutions.

StackAdapt

Programmatic advertising and digital marketing platform

About StackAdapt

StackAdapt specializes in programmatic advertising, which uses software to automate the buying of digital ads. The company provides a platform that enables businesses to run display, video, and native advertising campaigns efficiently. Its main product is a Demand Side Platform (DSP) that allows advertisers to purchase digital ad space in real-time, ensuring that ads reach the right audience at the right moment. Unlike many competitors, StackAdapt does not require monthly minimum spending, giving clients flexibility in their advertising budgets. The company also offers a Creative Studio to help clients enhance their ad content for better results. StackAdapt is particularly recognized for its expertise in native advertising, boasting the largest scale in the industry with numerous integrations and partnerships. The goal of StackAdapt is to empower agencies and brands to maximize their digital advertising efforts through a comprehensive and flexible platform.

Toronto, CanadaHeadquarters

2014Year Founded

$4.2MTotal Funding

SERIES_BCompany Stage

Consumer Software, EntertainmentIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees