Principal Golang/Scala Engineer - Ad Tech - Hybrid in SF

An exciting opportunity is available for a Principal Engineer to join a rapidly growing startup revolutionizing digital advertising through cutting-edge technology. This is a full-time role with a remote-possible setup, offering the chance to lead the development of large-scale, high-performance distributed systems. The technology stack includes Python, Scala, Go, Kubernetes, Docker, AWS, and Google Cloud, with a strong emphasis on AI/ML integration.

This role offers the opportunity to be at the forefront of scalable system architecture, working alongside top engineers, designers, and marketers. As the top day-to-day engineer, you will shape technical decisions, partner with leadership, and help drive a high-growth, mission-driven company forward. If you are passionate about engineering excellence, technical leadership, and making a lasting impact, this role is for you.
Required Skills & Experience

• 6+ years of experience in software engineering, focusing on distributed systems architecture
• 3+ years of experience leading technical teams, setting engineering standards, and making architectural decisions
• Expertise in Python, Scala, or Go and a strong commitment to CI/CD, testing, and fault-tolerance
• Hands-on experience managing and deploying cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud) and orchestration tools (Kubernetes, Docker)
• Familiarity with AI/ML frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills to optimize technical outcomes

Desired Skills & Experience

• 2+ years in adtech or martech engineering
• 2+ years in an early-stage startup (pre-Series B)
• 2+ years as an engineering people manager

What You Will Be Doing Tech Breakdown:

• 40% System Architecture & Engineering
• 30% Cloud Infrastructure & AI/ML Integration
• 30% Technical Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Daily Responsibilities:

• 70% Hands-on Development & High-Level Design
• 20% Team Leadership & Mentorship
• 10% Technical Strategy & Roadmap Planning

The Offer
Bonus OR Commission eligible

You will receive the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Vacation Time
• Stock Options

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis now and in the future.

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

An exciting opportunity is available for a Principal Engineer to join a rapidly growing startup revolutionizing digital advertising through cutting-edge technology. This is a full-time role with a remote-possible setup, offering the chance to lead the development of large-scale, high-performance distributed systems. The technology stack includes Python, Scala, Go, Kubernetes, Docker, AWS, and Google Cloud, with a strong emphasis on AI/ML integration.

This role offers the opportunity to be at the forefront of scalable system architecture, working alongside top engineers, designers, and marketers. As the top day-to-day engineer, you will shape technical decisions, partner with leadership, and help drive a high-growth, mission-driven company forward. If you are passionate about engineering excellence, technical leadership, and making a lasting impact, this role is for you.
Required Skills & Experience

• 6+ years of experience in software engineering, focusing on distributed systems architecture
• 3+ years of experience leading technical teams, setting engineering standards, and making architectural decisions
• Expertise in Python, Scala, or Go and a strong commitment to CI/CD, testing, and fault-tolerance
• Hands-on experience managing and deploying cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud) and orchestration tools (Kubernetes, Docker)
• Familiarity with AI/ML frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills to optimize technical outcomes

Desired Skills & Experience

• 2+ years in adtech or martech engineering
• 2+ years in an early-stage startup (pre-Series B)
• 2+ years as an engineering people manager

What You Will Be Doing Tech Breakdown:

• 40% System Architecture & Engineering
• 30% Cloud Infrastructure & AI/ML Integration
• 30% Technical Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Daily Responsibilities:

• 70% Hands-on Development & High-Level Design
• 20% Team Leadership & Mentorship
• 10% Technical Strategy & Roadmap Planning

The Offer
Bonus OR Commission eligible

You will receive the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Vacation Time
• Stock Options

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis now and in the future.

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.