Sovrn

Monetization tools and analytics for publishers

Full-Stack Staff Engineer - PubTech

Full-Stack EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeDenver, CO, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

At least 5 years of object-oriented browser-based programming experience.
Strong knowledge of JavaScript, ECMAScript 3 and later, HTML5, and CSS.
Strong knowledge of legacy browsers.
Familiarity with Java.
Understanding of relational databases.
Knowledge of design patterns and their consequences.
Ability to clearly communicate software design.
Ability to work directly with business partners.
Comfort working with Unix operating systems and the command-line environment.
Experience using Git or other source code control systems.
A BS in Computer Science or Information Systems, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

Mentor and coach junior engineers, including conducting code reviews.
Facilitate daily stand-ups and act as Scrum Master within a feature-team environment.
Work within an agile team to build highly scalable and performant systems.
Use JavaScript to deliver browser-side control code for video ad delivery.
Adhere to the VAST and VPAID specifications.
Interact with modern database technologies.
Address the challenge of delivering products in a software-as-a-service environment.

Desired Qualifications

Contributions to open-source projects.
Experience with NoSQL databases, including Hive, Hadoop, or Cassandra.
Experience with ActionScript 3.
Previous experience in a software-as-a-service environment.
Familiarity with advertising products and internet marketing.

Job Description

As a Staff Engineer on Sovrn's PubTech Team you will help drive the success of Sovrn’s video advertising platform by developing new features and products. We are looking for an experienced engineer that feels comfortable using JavaScript (extensive), CSS, HTML5, and REST APIs. You’ll also have the opportunity to work with Hive, Hadoop, and Java. Additionally, you will be responsible for mentoring more junior engineers and aid in facilitating daily stand-ups.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Mentor / coach Junior Engineers, including code reviews
Facilitate daily stand-ups and act as "Scrum Master" within our feature team based environment
Work within a fast paced agile team to build highly scalable and performant systems
Use JavaScript to delivery browser-side control code facilitating video ad delivery
Adhere to the VAST and VPAID specifications
Interact with modern database technologies
Address the challenge of delivering products in a SASS environment

Qualifications

5+ years of object-oriented browser-based programming
Strong knowledge of Javascript (ECMAScript 3 and up), HTML5, and CSS
Strong knowledge of Legacy Browsers
Familiarity with Java
Understanding of relational databases
Knowledge of design patterns and their consequences
Ability to clearly communicate software design
Comfortable working directly with business partners
Comfortable with Unix operating systems and the command line environment
Experience using Git or other SCCS systems
Strong desire to expand and improve your software engineering skills
BS in Computer Science or Information Systems, or equivalent experience

BONUS POINTS!

Open source project contributions
Experience with noSQL databases (Hive, Hadoop, Cassandra)
Experience with ActionScript 3
Previous experience in a SASS environment
Familiarity with ad products and internet marketing

Position Reports to: Director, Engineering

Additional Information

http://vimeo.com/100316082

Contact:

Scott Schoenberger

About the Company

Sovrn

Monetization tools and analytics for publishers

Sovrn provides tools and advertising products for publishers to grow their audience and monetize content. Its offerings include an advertising toolbox linked to a certified ad exchange for safe, relevant ads, plus data analytics and commerce services. Signal delivers actionable insights that publishers can use to boost revenue, with examples like a 26% increase for Ancient History Encyclopedia. The company aims to help publishers maximize earnings from content with easy-to-use tools and generates revenue by taking a share of the publishers' earnings, distinguishing itself with an integrated, publisher-focused platform.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Series C
Total funding: $109M
Headquarters: Boulder, CO
Founded: 2014

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