We are PMG
Named Ad Age Best Places to Work for 9 years in a row and Fast Company Best Workplaces for Innovators since 2022, PMG is a global independent marketing services and technology company that seeks to inspire people and brands that anything is possible. Driven by shared success, PMG utilizes business strategy and transformation, creative, media, and insights—as well as its proprietary marketing intelligence platform, Alli—to deliver cutting-edge digital solutions and innovative media strategies. Our team comprises over 900 employees globally, and our work for ambitious brands like Apple, Best Western Hotels & Resorts, CKE Restaurants, Experian, Intuit, Kohler, Nike, Sephora, Therabody, and Whole Foods spans 85+ countries.
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:
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Provide strategic leadership and direction to the engineering team, ensuring alignment with the company's overall goals and objectives.
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Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the engineering organization, delivering to PMG’s ambitious roadmap.
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Develop and implement engineering strategies, plans, and initiatives to optimize team performance and deliver high-quality software products on time.
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Drive the adoption of best practices, coding standards, and agile methodologies across the development team.
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Lead the recruitment, onboarding, and retention efforts to build a strong and talented engineering team.
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Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities for team members to enhance their skills and career growth.
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Collaborate closely with product management, design, and other cross-functional teams to ensure effective coordination and timely delivery of projects.
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Monitor and evaluate team productivity and performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective measures.
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Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and advancements in ad tech to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge.
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Act as a technical advisor and escalation point for critical issues, providing guidance and support to the team as needed.
Requirements:
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Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
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Proven experience (15+ years) in software development, with at least 7 years in a leadership role within a fast-paced, technology-driven company.
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Strong technical background and expertise in ad tech, including knowledge of advertising platforms, programmatic advertising, real-time bidding, and ad exchanges.
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Proficient in programming languages such as Java, PHP, Node.js or Golang with experience in developing scalable and highly available systems.
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Solid understanding of software development methodologies, agile practices, and continuous integration/delivery processes.
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Demonstrated success in leading and managing high-performing engineering teams, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
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Proven track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
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Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on delivering practical and innovative solutions.
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Familiarity with cloud technologies, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
Nice to Haves:
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Experience working in the ad tech industry, specifically with advertising platforms, demand-side platforms (DSPs), or supply-side platforms (SSPs).
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Knowledge of machine learning algorithms and data analysis techniques for optimizing ad targeting and performance.
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Familiarity with big data technologies, such as Amazon Redshift, Google BigQuery or Snowflake.
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Active participation in industry events, conferences, and open-source communities.
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Managing large spend from cloud partners such as AWS, and effectively optimizing costs.
What We Offer
- Professional Development: Take advantage of our learning and development programs, mentorship opportunities, and career advancement support.
- Generous PTO: Benefit from our generous paid time off policy to recharge and spend time with loved ones.
- Parental Leave: We provide paid parental leave to support your family during important life events.
- Retirement Plans: Plan for your future with our competitive 401(k) matching program.
- Fertility and Family Support: Access fertility benefits for all team members and their spouses.
- Pet Insurance: Protect your pet's health and your finances.
- Lifestyle Spending Accounts: Enjoy 100% company-funded accounts to promote healthy habits and well-being.
- Annual Bonus: All employees are eligible for an annual bonus.
- Volunteering Opportunities: Receive 8 give-back hours to volunteer in your local communities.
- AI Enterprise License: Access AI Enterprise accounts and participate in weekly AI training sessions to empower and ensure AI safety.
What Sets Us Apart
Being part of PMG means joining a company culture that’s unmatched in digital. We're dedicated to working hard to serve our employees and clients, delivering value, results, and innovation—which often requires true grit and agility. We believe in taking care of ourselves and each other to continuously improve in every way.
In alignment with our core values to be inclusive and always change for the better, PMG is committed to creating a more diverse and inclusive culture, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe that we only change for the better by bringing diverse perspectives to our company. PMG recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
What We Do
PMG is a global independent marketing services and technology company that seeks to inspire people and brands that anything is possible. Driven by shared success, PMG brings together business strategy and transformation, creative, media, and insights, all powered by our proprietary marketing intelligence platform, Alli.
With 11 office hubs worldwide, including in Dallas, Austin, Dusseldorf, London, and New York, our team is made up of 900 employees globally, and our work for brands like Apple, Nike, CKE Restaurants, Dropbox, Experian, Intuit, Kimberly-Clark, Kohler, Sephora, Travelex, and Whole Foods has received top industry recognitions including Cannes Lions and Adweek Media Plan of the Year.
PMG has grown through commitments to continuous improvement, business integrity, and cultivating dynamic relationships. We're proud to have been named Agency of the Year multiple times by Digiday, MediaPost, Adweek, Campaign US, and Ad Age; rank among Fast Company’s Best Workplaces for Innovators; and be the only company named to Ad Age’s Best Places to Work nine years in a row.
Why Work With Us
PMG is a place where technologists, innovators, professionals, parents, allies, mentors, and new grads alike can continuously learn, grow and challenge themselves every day. From day one, our people are empowered to do meaningful work, to flex their agility, and to help us live our values as we strive to always change for the better.
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