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Senior Software Engineer, Ads

Whatnot

Role Overview

Join Whatnot, the largest livestream shopping platform in the U.S., as a Senior Software Engineer on our Ads team. This role is crucial for building and enhancing the systems that support our dynamic and rapidly growing marketplace. You will be part of a team dedicated to creating innovative solutions for ad serving, targeting, and campaign management.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain scalable ad products across the full ads stack, including bidding, targeting, ranking/auction, serving, and campaign management.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand buyer and seller needs, translating these into effective ad solutions.
  • Optimize existing systems for higher scalability and performance.
  • Participate in the design and implementation of new features and technologies.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of software engineering experience, preferably in ads serving or related fields.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field; equivalent experience considered.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Elixir, and JavaScript.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make sound product decisions.
  • Experience in high-growth environments, with a track record of delivering impactful features quickly.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance options (Medical, Dental, Vision).
  • Generous allowances for home office setup, food, wellness, and childcare.
  • Retirement plans including 401(k) with employer match and international pension plans.
  • Extended parental leave policies and family planning benefits.

Work Environment

This is a remote position, allowing you to work from anywhere while contributing to a team that values innovation, low ego, and high impact. Join us in shaping the future of ecommerce through live auctions and community-driven platforms.

Benefits
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  • Medical insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Flexible Time off Policy
  • $1,000 home office setup allowance
  • $150 monthly allowance for cell phone and internet
  • $450 monthly allowance on food
  • $500 monthly allowance for wellness
  • $5,000 annual allowance towards Childcare
  • $20,000 lifetime benefit for family planning
  • 16 weeks of paid parental leave

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