Associate Software Engineer

Associate Software Engineer

Requirements

• Strong portfolio (ie. Github) demonstrating past work experience
• Proficiency in JavaScript (Typescript, ES6), HTML5, and CSS
• Experience working with RESTful APIs and JSON to fetch and display dynamic data
• Basic knowledge of Ad Tech (e.g., Google Ads, DV360, Celtra, Google Studio, programmatic platforms) is a plus
• Familiar with the current technical capabilities and limitations of mobile rich media, and know ‘what works where’ across devices and desktop
• Ability to manage ambiguity, work autonomously, multi-task, and meet fast evolving deadlines with a curiosity and passion for building rich, new experiences
• An aptitude and honed intuition for tasteful, visual design details
• Understanding of browser performance optimizations, debugging, and responsive design principles
• Familiarity with the full stack, Node.js, or other backend frameworks
• Familiarity with unit testing, automation testing, and quality assurance
• A clean sense of design aesthetics and a natural propensity towards simplification over complication
• Excellent communication, presentation, interpersonal, and analytical skills; the ability to communicate complex, interactive design concepts clearly and persuasively

Responsibilities

• Develop Interactive Ad Experiences – Code and optimize rich media ads, interactive games, and animated banners using HTML5, JavaScript, and CSS3 using a variety of ad building technologies
• Hit APIs & Integrate Data – Consume third-party APIs (e.g., weather, real-time product data feeds, sports) to enhance interactivity and personalization in ad experiences
• Optimize Performance & Compatibility – Ensure fast, smooth, and cross-platform performance across different devices and browsers
• Collaborate with Designers & Marketers – Work closely with our ad designers and product teams to bring creative concepts to life
• Experiment & Innovate – Research and implement new rich media techniques and animation libraries, staying up-to-date with the latest and newest technologies
• Test & Debug – Ensure high-quality, bug-free ad executions that meet industry standards
• Develop a lean JavaScript library of reusable tools for everything from complex animations to gaming
• Collaborate with other engineering teams to help implement ad units with complex rich media interactions
• Identify and initiate investigations into new production technologies, prototype and test solutions for product features, and design and validate production designs that deliver an exceptional user experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of Ad Tech (e.g., Google Ads, DV360, Celtra, Google Studio, programmatic platforms) is a plus
• Familiarity with A/B testing and analytics integration is a plus