Position Details

Salary $184K – $258K USD / year

Type Not Specified

Experience senior

Exp. Years 8+ years or Master's with 6+ years

Education Bachelor's in Computer Science or related field

Category Software Engineering

About this role

This role involves designing and optimizing high-performance, low-latency backend systems for real-time ad auctions at Expedia Group, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance marketplace efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Design backend services for ad auctions
Optimize system latency and reliability
Collaborate with Data Science and ML teams
Implement AI/ML solutions including generative AI
Drive operational excellence

Technical Overview

The technical environment includes backend system design, AI and machine learning integration, real-time data processing, and operational reliability for ad tech platforms.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a senior software engineer with extensive experience in backend systems, ad tech, and AI/ML, capable of designing high-performance, low-latency systems for real-time ad auctions. They should have a strong background in system design, data analysis, and operational excellence.

Must-Have Skills

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field8+ years of experience or Master's with 6+ yearsBackend system designAd auction and bidding systemsOperational reliabilityData analysisExperimentationAI/ML implementation

Nice-to-Have Skills

LLMsGenerative AIReal-time systemsAd techPerformance optimization

Tools & Platforms

JiraGitCloud platforms (unspecified)

Required Skills

JavaPythonMachine LearningAILow-latency systemsBackend servicesRelevance optimizationGenerative AIData ScienceSystem design

Hard Skills

JavaPythonMachine LearningAILow-latency systemsBackend servicesRelevance optimizationGenerative AIData ScienceSystem design

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationProblem-solvingCommunicationMentoringOperational excellence

Industry & Role

Industry Travel & Hospitality

Job Function Developing and optimizing real-time ad auction systems with AI integration

Role Subtype Software Engineer

Tech Domains Python, Java, Machine Learning, AI

Keywords for Your Resume

Senior Software Development EngineerJavaPythonAIMachine LearningBackend servicesLow-latency systemsAd auctionBidding systemsOperational excellenceData analysisGenerative AIRelevance optimizationSystem designReal-time systemsAd techsoftware engineerbackend developmentad auction systemsmachine learninggenerative ailow latencysystem designdata analysisoperational reliabilityai engineering

Deal Breakers

Lack of 8+ years experience or Master's with 6+ years, No background in ad tech or real-time systems, No experience with backend system design

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