
About Coupang
Delivering convenience to millions in South Korea
Key Highlights
- Publicly traded on the NYSE under the ticker CPNG
- Valuation of approximately $60 billion post-IPO
- Over 17 million active customers using the platform
- Employs 1,000-5,000 people across various roles
Coupang is a leading e-commerce platform in South Korea, founded in 2010 and headquartered in Seoul. The company serves millions of customers with its fast delivery service, Rocket Delivery, which promises same-day or next-day delivery on a wide range of products. Coupang went public in March 2021, ...
🎁 Benefits
Coupang offers competitive salaries, stock options, generous paid time off, and a flexible remote work policy to support work-life balance....
🌟 Culture
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Skills & Technologies
Overview
Coupang is seeking a Senior Staff Software Engineer to lead the development of their next-generation Ad Infrastructure. You'll focus on building a Supply-Side Platform (SSP) and work with technologies like Java and Machine Learning. This role requires significant experience in software engineering and cloud technologies.
Job Description
Who you are
You have 5+ years of experience in software engineering, particularly in building scalable systems and infrastructure. Your expertise in Java is complemented by a strong understanding of cloud technologies and machine learning principles. You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy tackling complex engineering challenges that require innovative solutions.
Your background includes leading technical projects and mentoring junior engineers, fostering a culture of learning and growth within your team. You are comfortable working with cross-functional teams, ensuring that engineering solutions align with business goals and customer needs. You have a passion for optimizing performance and enhancing user experiences through technology.
Desirable
Experience with ad tech or digital advertising platforms is a plus, as is familiarity with supply-side platforms (SSPs) and demand-side platforms (DSPs). You are also encouraged to bring any experience you have with data analytics and user behavior modeling to the table, as these skills will be valuable in refining the ad infrastructure.
What you'll do
In this role, you will lead the development of Coupang Play's next-generation Ad Infrastructure, focusing on building a robust Supply-Side Platform (SSP). You will collaborate closely with product managers and designers to define the technical requirements and architecture of the platform, ensuring it meets the needs of our diverse content offerings.
You will be responsible for designing and implementing scalable backend services that can handle high volumes of traffic and data. This includes optimizing the performance of ad delivery systems and ensuring seamless integration with existing content delivery networks. You will also work on enhancing the machine learning capabilities of the platform to improve ad targeting and user engagement.
As a senior member of the engineering team, you will mentor and guide junior engineers, sharing your knowledge and best practices in software development. You will participate in code reviews, ensuring that the team adheres to high standards of quality and performance. Your insights will help shape the technical direction of the team and influence key architectural decisions.
What we offer
Coupang Play offers a dynamic work environment where innovation and creativity are encouraged. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology that impacts millions of users. We provide competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
Join us in our mission to deliver exceptional storytelling through technology. We believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every team member can contribute and thrive. If you are excited about solving complex problems and making a difference in the world of digital content, we encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement.
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