We are a technology company looking to change the way advertisers approach marketing in a more privacy focused world. PMG is driving innovation by embracing challenges and deploying emerging technologies to solve complex problems for some of the largest, and coolest brands at a global scale. We are looking for a talented Head of Engineering to lead software development and help evolve our marketing technology platform, Alli. Role is based in our Dallas, Texas office. 

Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership and direction to the engineering team, ensuring alignment with the company's overall goals and objectives.

• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the engineering organization, delivering to PMG’s ambitious roadmap.

• Develop and implement engineering strategies, plans, and initiatives to optimize team performance and deliver high-quality software products on time.

• Drive the adoption of best practices, coding standards, and agile methodologies across the development team.

• Lead the recruitment, onboarding, and retention efforts to build a strong and talented engineering team.

• Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities for team members to enhance their skills and career growth.

• Collaborate closely with product management, design, and other cross-functional teams to ensure effective coordination and timely delivery of projects.

• Monitor and evaluate team productivity and performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective measures.

• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and advancements in ad tech to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge.

• Act as a technical advisor and escalation point for critical issues, providing guidance and support to the team as needed.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

• Proven experience (15+ years) in software development, with at least 7 years in a leadership role within a fast-paced, technology-driven company.

• Strong technical background and expertise in ad tech, including knowledge of advertising platforms, programmatic advertising, real-time bidding, and ad exchanges.

• Proficient in programming languages such as Java, PHP, Node.js or Golang with experience in developing scalable and highly available systems.

• Solid understanding of software development methodologies, agile practices, and continuous integration/delivery processes.

• Demonstrated success in leading and managing high-performing engineering teams, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Proven track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on delivering practical and innovative solutions.

• Familiarity with cloud technologies, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.

Nice to Haves:

• Experience working in the ad tech industry, specifically with advertising platforms, demand-side platforms (DSPs), or supply-side platforms (SSPs).

• Knowledge of machine learning algorithms and data analysis techniques for optimizing ad targeting and performance.

• Familiarity with big data technologies, such as Amazon Redshift, Google BigQuery or Snowflake.

• Active participation in industry events, conferences, and open-source communities.

• Managing large spend from cloud partners such as AWS, and effectively optimizing costs.