The Trade Desk is a global technology company with a mission to create a better, more open internet for everyone through principled, intelligent advertising. Handling over 1 trillion queries per day, our platform operates at an unprecedented scale. We have also built something even stronger and more valuable: an award-winning culture based on trust, ownership, empathy, and collaboration. We value the unique experiences and perspectives that each person brings to The Trade Desk, and we are committed to fostering inclusive spaces where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work every day.

　　Do you have a passion for solving hard problems at scale? Are you eager to join a dynamic, globally-connected team where your contributions will make a meaningful difference in building a better media ecosystem? Come and see why Fortune magazine consistently ranks The Trade Desk among the best small-medium-sized workplaces globally.

　　About the Role:

　　As a Senior/Staff Software Engineer in our Performance Automation Team, you will lead the end-to-end design, development, and deployment of industry-leading optimization and recommendation products.Your responsibilities will encompass not only the creation of ETL pipelines but also the evolution of architectures to accommodate real-time temporal data for decision-making, especially in our high-latency, high-throughput bidders.As a seasoned professional, you will be expected to solve challenges at a scale considered "not-solvable" by many, bringing transformative solutions to life.Your role will go beyond individual contribution as you will mentor and guide junior team members, ensuring knowledge transfer, best practice sharing, and fostering an environment of continuous learning.Collaboration is key: You will be liaising with multiple teams to ensure seamless integration and functionality across systems, and your recommendations will significantly influence our product roadmaps.

　　Who We Are Looking For:

　　Skills and Experience

　　Extensive experience with ETL processes, real-time model deployment, and development tailored for optimization and recommendations.Mastery in programming languages like C#, Java, Python. Proficiency in distributed systems using tools like Spark/Scala.Deep experience with machine learning libraries such as PyTorch and TensorFlow.Demonstrated history of working in large-scale environments, with an emphasis on real-time decision-making architectures.Familiarity with AWS and other cloud ecosystems, with the ability to optimize for scale and performance.Prior experience in guiding teams or mentoring junior engineers is a must.Comprehensive understanding of Agile development methodology.

　　Key Attributes

　　A visionary problem-solver, with the ability to break down complex challenges and strategize innovative solutions.Deep technical acumen, combined with a penchant for staying updated with emerging technologies.You lead by example, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning.Demonstrated ability to deliver impactful results, with solutions that directly enhance client experiences.While expertise in a domain is expected, versatility and curiosity for varied technologies are equally important.You approach challenges with a positive attitude, receptive to feedback, and prioritize cohesive team efforts.A staunch advocate for diversity, understanding the power of diverse thoughts in fostering true innovation.An ever-curious mindset, always on the lookout for growth opportunities and eager to tackle new challenges.

　　Join our Performance Automation Team, where we merge revolutionary thought processes with state-of-the-art technology, dictating the future of optimization and recommendation solutions. If you're an expert seeking a formidable challenge and a chance to mold the future, we're excited to welcome you.

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　　Our Compensation and Benefits (for NY, CO, CA, and WA residents only)

　　At the Trade Desk, Base Salary is one part of our competitive total compensation and benefits package and is determined using a salary range. The base salary range for this role is

　　$133,700 -$245,100

　　In accordance with NY, CO, CA, and WA law, the range provided is The Trade Desk's reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may differ based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and location. All employees may be eligible to become The Trade Desk shareholders through eligibility for stock-based compensation grants, which are awarded to employees based on company and individual performance. The Trade Desk also offers other compensation depending on the role such as sales-based incentives and commissions. Plus, expected benefits for this role include comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, and vision) with premiums paid in full for employees and dependents, retirement benefits such as a 401k plan and company match, short and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, well-being benefits, reimbursement for certain tuition expenses, parental leave, sick time of 1 hour per 30 hours worked, vacation time for full time employees up to 120 hours thru the first year and 160 hours thereafter, and around 13 paid holidays per year. Employees can also purchase The Trade Desk stock at a discount through The Trade Desk's Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

　　The Trade Desk also offers a competitive benefits package. Click here to learn more.

　　Note: Interns are not eligible for variable incentive awards such as stock-based compensation, retirement plan, vacation, tuition reimbursement or parental leave

　　The Trade Desk does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm recruiters. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of The Trade Desk. The Trade Desk is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.