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Software Engineer II - Price Optimization & Bidding

On-site Full-time $103.2K/yr - $189.2K/yr

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Experience Level

Mid to Senior

Qualifications

Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for tackling complex challenges. Experience in machine learning and development of optimization tools. Proficiency in creating ETL processes for large data sets. Familiarity with low-latency systems and high-performance coding practices. Ability to develop debugging and analytical tools for real-time systems. Experience in collaborative team environments and open to mentoring others.

About the job

The Trade Desk is a pioneering global technology firm that strives to foster a more open and equitable internet through principled and intelligent advertising strategies. With our platform managing over 1 trillion queries daily, we operate at an extraordinary scale. We pride ourselves on cultivating an award-winning culture rooted in trust, ownership, empathy, and collaboration. We celebrate the diverse experiences and perspectives each individual brings to The Trade Desk and are dedicated to creating inclusive environments where everyone can express their authentic selves.

If you have a passion for tackling complex challenges at scale and are excited to join a vibrant, globally-connected team, your contributions will significantly impact the advancement of a better media ecosystem. Discover why Fortune magazine consistently ranks The Trade Desk among the best small to medium-sized workplaces worldwide.

About the Role:

The Performance Automation team is focused on designing and implementing optimization tools that empower our clients to achieve or exceed their Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for advertising campaigns.

In this role, you will enhance machine learning model development by creating tools and frameworks that facilitate rapid iteration and refinement of models by data scientists. This includes developing ETLs that process petabytes of data and experimenting with innovative model training architectures. You will integrate models into our high-performance bidding infrastructure, where low latency is crucial; your code will execute millions of times per second across data centers globally.

Your responsibilities will also extend to developing and refining debugging and analytical tools for real-time monitoring and adjustments to the bidding system. These tools will enable you to swiftly identify and resolve issues, enhancing campaign efficiency and ensuring optimal use of budgets and resources.

As a Software Engineer II, you will be actively involved in all phases of product design, development, and delivery for our clients.

Our Software Engineering team consists of numerous mission-driven groups addressing diverse technological challenges. Depending on your interests and skills, you may work on large-scale distributed systems coordinating thousands of servers in both cloud and physical data centers worldwide, tackle petabyte-scale data challenges, engage in machine learning projects, develop advanced visualizations, or work on interactive user interfaces.

Trade Desk Software Engineers contribute significantly to our product and also to the team through mentoring, technical leadership, or direct management of small teams.

About The Trade Desk

The Trade Desk is at the forefront of technology, committed to enhancing the digital advertising landscape while promoting fairness and transparency. We believe in the power of collaboration and diverse perspectives, which allows us to innovate and create impactful solutions for our clients.

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