Staff Systems Developer

About the role

The Staff Systems Developer manages the full software development lifecycle, from conceptualization to deployment and maintenance, for critical ad sales infrastructure and inventory management systems. This role is pivotal for maintaining operational stability, optimizing data pipelines, and mentoring junior engineering staff. The candidate will leverage expertise in AWS and Databricks to drive system reliability and project delivery.

What success looks like (objectives)

• Collaborate with Program Management, Traffic, and IT Support to implement and support media automation projects
• Manage and maintain critical inventory management applications, specifically xRef DB and SET
• Administer cloud infrastructure for monitoring and ad-ops tools, including Magnite, Freewheel, D2, and DAI Web Apps
• Design, optimize, and maintain automated data pipelines, ensuring accurate .sch and .ver file normalization and delivery
• Analyze system performance, establish quality metrics, and execute operational troubleshooting to minimize downtime
• Lead code reviews and provide mentorship to junior developers to address skill gaps and foster professional growth

Core skills and competencies

• Deep understanding of ad sales infrastructure and data-driven system integration
• Proven ability to manage aggressive project schedules and establish operational priorities
• Strong diagnostic, process improvement, and analytical capabilities
• Demonstrated leadership skills with a commitment to team mentorship and development
• AI Literacy to identify opportunities for automating workflows and optimizing data pipelines
• Critical experience executing backend development and infrastructure orchestration within AWS and Databricks environments

Minimum requirements

• BA/BS in a relevant field; or equivalent professional experience
• 8-12 years of related experience
• Python, SQL, Linux OS, Networking & Package Management, Git (GitLab), and Google Suite
• Candidates must be willing to participate in at least one in-person interview
• Visa sponsorship not available for this role

Pay

• NY: $126,000 - $180,900
• CO: $110,100 - $157,300