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Manager, Software Engineering – Marketplace Performance

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. Set technical strategy for the team on a year-long time scale .

Posted 9/28/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $204,000 - $290,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and developing backend systems at scale, with a strong focus on operational processes, team leadership, and collaboration across product management and design. Proficient in Python or Kotlin, AWS, MySQL, Spark, and Kubernetes, with a solid understanding of distributed systems and consumer experiences using React.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Backend System DesignPython or KotlinAWSKubernetesAd Tech Experience

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Hard Skills
Backend System DevelopmentDistributed SystemsCode Review StandardsTechnical Solutions AdvocacyOperational Processes
Soft Skills
Strong Communication SkillsTeam LeadershipFeedback and Guidance
Tools & Technologies
AWSMySQLSparkKubernetesReact
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Related Field
Industry Keywords
Ad TechProduct Development LifecycleTechnical StrategyConsumer Experiences

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
AWSDistributed SystemsKotlinKubernetesMySQLPythonReactSpark

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Set technical strategy for the team on a year-long time scale
  • Connect team strategy to critical, business-impacting projects
  • Collaborate with product management, design and analytics throughout the product development lifecycle
  • Define and advocate for technical solutions and operational processes
  • Own team operations and availability, including monitoring, triage rotations, playbooks, policies, testing and alerting
  • Establish code review and design standards and advocate for quality across teams through writing and tech talks
  • Develop team talent through feedback, guidance and leading by example

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 8+ years of experience designing, developing and launching backend systems at scale
  • Experience using Python or Kotlin
  • Extensive experience developing highly available distributed systems
  • Experience with AWS, MySQL, Spark and Kubernetes
  • Experience developing consumer experiences using React
  • 2+ years of experience working in Ad Tech or related platforms
  • Experience delivering major features, system components, or deprecating existing functionality through technical and execution plans
  • Ability to understand low-level language idioms and large-system architecture
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Equivalent practical experience or a Bachelor's degree in a related field

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Equity rewards
  • Monthly stipends for health, wellness and tech spending
  • 100% subsidized medical coverage for employees and dependents
  • Dental and vision coverage for employees and dependents
  • Flexible time off
  • Generous holiday calendars
  • Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP) with discounted Affirm stock
  • Inclusive interview process accommodations for candidates with disabilities
  • In-person onboarding experience