Engineering Manager, Ads

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Engineering Manager, Ads based in United States .

As an Engineering Manager, Ads, you will lead a team of software engineers building privacy-focused advertising technologies that support innovative digital experiences. You will oversee the development of scalable backend systems, partner integrations, experimentation capabilities, and product-facing solutions while balancing technical excellence with user trust. This role offers the opportunity to shape engineering strategy, mentor talented developers, and collaborate across product, data, privacy, policy, and business teams. You will play a key role in delivering reliable and impactful solutions within a complex, evolving technology environment. The position combines people leadership, technical execution, and cross-functional collaboration, with a strong focus on building inclusive teams and high-quality software.

Accountabilities:: Lead, mentor, and support a team of software engineers, helping team members grow their technical skills, impact, and career development.

Guide the delivery of advertising technology initiatives, including backend services, partner integrations, experimentation platforms, measurement capabilities, reliability improvements, and product integrations.

Partner closely with product managers and cross-functional stakeholders to navigate complex technical decisions involving user privacy, data practices, business objectives, and product requirements.

Ensure engineering solutions are scalable, maintainable, secure, reliable, and aligned with high standards for quality and user experience.

Establish effective team processes, encourage clear communication, and create an environment where engineers can perform at their best.

Participate in hiring, onboarding, and team growth initiatives to strengthen engineering capabilities over time.

Balance short-term execution priorities with long-term technical sustainability and organizational goals.

Requirements

6+ years of professional software engineering experience, including at least 2 years of experience managing engineering teams.

Proven experience leading teams that successfully deliver production software in a fast-moving environment.

Strong leadership, mentoring, and people management skills, with the ability to support engineers across different experience levels and backgrounds.

Solid understanding of modern software development practices, including planning, prioritization, issue management, and delivery workflows.

Ability to collaborate effectively with product teams, business stakeholders, and technical partners to achieve shared objectives.

Strong judgment and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make thoughtful decisions in ambiguous situations.

Experience working in distributed and asynchronous environments.

Familiarity with areas such as advertising platforms, search, recommendations, marketplaces, browser technologies, client platforms, or other privacy-sensitive products is an asset.

Ability to quickly understand complex technical domains where user trust, privacy considerations, and business outcomes must be carefully balanced.

Commitment to building inclusive teams, valuing diverse perspectives, and fostering strong professional relationships.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package with performance-based bonuses.

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.

Retirement contributions with immediate vesting.

Quarterly company-wide wellness days to support employee well-being.

Paid holidays based on country-specific requirements, plus an additional birthday day off.

Home office stipend to support remote work.

Annual professional development budget to encourage continuous learning.

Quarterly wellness allowance.

Generous paid parental leave.

Employee referral bonus program.

Additional benefits such as life insurance, disability coverage, and employee assistance programs, depending on location.

Flexible remote work environment.

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