
About GumGum
Transforming advertising with contextual intelligence
Key Highlights
- Headquartered in Santa Monica, California
- Serves clients across US, Canada, UK, EMEA, Japan, and Mexico
- Proprietary contextual advertising engine, Verityβ’
- 250-1,000 employees dedicated to machine learning and AI
GumGum, headquartered in Santa Monica, California, is a global technology company specializing in contextual intelligence for the advertising industry. With a presence in the US, Canada, UK, EMEA, Japan, and Mexico, GumGum leverages its proprietary machine learning technology through its Verityβ’ pla...
π Benefits
GumGum offers competitive salaries, equity options, flexible remote work policies, generous PTO, and a learning budget to support employee development...
π Culture
GumGum fosters a culture of innovation and creativity, emphasizing the importance of data-driven decision-making and collaboration across teams to enh...
Overview
GumGum is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Ad Exchange development team. You'll work with Java, Spring, and various database technologies to enhance their digital advertising platform. This role requires strong technical skills and experience in high-volume request handling.
Job Description
Who you are
You have 5+ years of experience in software engineering, particularly in building and maintaining high-performance systems. Your expertise in Java and Spring is complemented by a solid understanding of distributed systems and their complexities. You are comfortable working with databases like MySQL and have experience with message brokers such as Kafka. Your ability to mentor junior engineers and influence technical direction makes you a valuable asset to any team.
You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with product managers and cross-functional teams to deliver impactful features. You understand the importance of data privacy in digital advertising and are passionate about contributing to a more equitable future for the internet. Your problem-solving skills and attention to detail enable you to tackle complex challenges effectively.
Desirable
Experience with NoSQL databases like Aerospike and ScyllaDb is a plus, as is familiarity with caching solutions such as Memcached. You are also open to learning new technologies and adapting to the evolving landscape of digital advertising.
What you'll do
As a Senior Software Engineer at GumGum, you will be responsible for the technical development and operations of the Ad Exchange technology. You will design and implement features that handle a high volume of requests, ensuring the system remains robust and efficient. Your role will involve collaborating with product managers to prioritize development tasks and deliver on company objectives.
You will take ownership of complex features, guiding the engineering team through the development process while ensuring best practices are followed. Your contributions will directly impact a key revenue stream for the business, making your work essential to GumGum's success.
You will also mentor junior engineers, helping them grow their skills and navigate challenges in their work. Your influence on technical direction will shape the future of the Ad Exchange platform, driving innovation and efficiency.
What we offer
GumGum provides a dynamic work environment where creativity and collaboration are encouraged. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and contribute to a mission-driven company that values data privacy and consumer respect. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. Join us in shaping the future of digital advertising and making a positive impact on the industry.
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