Senior Engineer

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3 Locations
Hybrid
130K-150K Annually
Senior level
AdTech • Big Data • Digital Media • Software
Magnite (NASDAQ: MGNI) is the world’s largest independent sell-side advertising platform.
The Role
Develop and maintain a globally distributed advertising server and buying platform. Responsibilities include full-stack design, coding, testing, releases, production support, code reviews, technical planning, troubleshooting, and collaboration across teams. The role requires Java backend development, asynchronous programming, database and SQL expertise, algorithmic problem-solving, and management of competing priorities. Ad technology and header bidding experience are preferred.
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Senior Engineer

Broomfield, CO

Los Angeles, CA

New York City, NY

Hybrid Schedule (M/F remote, T/W/TH in-office)


We are looking for a Senior Engineer to join our SpringServe Ad Server team where you will work on a globally distributed ad serving system that handles hundreds of billions of requests a day. You have the opportunity to take on project initiatives to improve the delivery of our systems, tackle hard technical challenges, and contribute to a small team of passionate individuals.


Magnite (NASDAQ: MGNI) is the world’s largest independent sell-side advertising platform. Publishers use our technology to monetize their content across all screens and formats including CTV, online video, display, and audio. Our tech fuels billions of transactions per day! At Magnite, we cultivate an environment of continuous growth and collaboration. Our work impacts what millions of people read, watch, and buy, and we’re looking for people to help us tackle that responsibility with creativity and focus.  


As a Senior Software Engineer You Will:


  • Participate in the full-stack design, development, testing, release, and maintenance of a core product offering as it relates to a critical advertising server and buying platform
  • Manage individual project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables with your technical expertise
  • Be a creative problem-solver able to design and implement reliable and maintainable solutions to challenging problems
  • Translate business requirements into technical designs and project plans
  • Write production-ready code and unit tests that meet both system and business requirements
  • Respond to feature requests, bug reports, performance issues, and ad-hoc questions
  • Work collaboratively with multiple teams to deliver quality software
  • Support operation of services in production
  • Perform design and code reviews

We’re looking for someone with:


  • BA/BS degree in Computer Science or related technical field or equivalent practical experience.
  • 5+ years of relevant work experience in software development
  • Development experience in Java for back-end development with a strong understanding of asynchronous programming.
  • A strong understanding of algorithms, data structures, and an ability to recognize the business and technical trade-offs between different solutions
  • Experience with agile development and CI tools like git, a build management system like Jenkins, and Jira
  • Postgres or other Relational DB experience with SQL and Table design
  • Ability to context switch and manage competing priorities

Nice to Have: 


  • General Ad Technology experience, ideally with header bidding technologies in a production environment

In California, the base salary range for this role is $140,000 – $150,000.

In Colorado, the base salary range for this role is $130,000 – $140,000.

In New York, the base salary range for this role is $140,000 – $150,000.

Actual compensation will be determined based on location, experience, skills, and internal equity.


This role is also eligible for:

  • Annual performance-based bonus
  • Equity (NASDAQ: MGNI)
  • Comprehensive benefits package

During the interview process, candidates will receive more specific information about the salary range applicable to their experience and location.


Perks and Benefits: 


  • Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage from Day One
  • Generous Time Off  
  • Holiday Breaks and Quarterly Wellness Days
  • Equity and Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Family-Focused Benefits and Parental Leave 
  • 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match
  • Disability and Life Insurance
  • Cell Phone Subsidy
  • Monthly Fitness and Reimbursement

Career Growth:

We support internal mobility, skill development, and leadership pathways through structured career frameworks and learning programs.


Company Culture: 

Magnite’s culture is rooted in collaboration and connection, recognizing that both are essential to success. Our hybrid schedule includes two remote workdays (Monday and Friday) and three in-office days (Tuesday through Thursday), where employees can take advantage of catered lunches, beverages, snacks, training opportunities, and engaging office events that enhance the work experience. In addition, we support our team through meaningful benefits and programs, including community service and volunteer opportunities, company-matched charitable contributions, access to mental health resources, structured career development initiatives and growth frameworks, culture and inclusion programs, and our Bonusly peer-to-peer recognition platform.


About Us


The world's leading agencies and brands trust our platform to access brand-safe, high-quality ad inventory and execute billions of advertising transactions each month. Anchored in bustling New York City, sunny Los Angeles, mile-high Denver, historic London, and down under in Sydney, Magnite has offices across North America, EMEA, LATAM, and APAC.


For Los Angeles-based applicants: 

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.


The material job duties of this specific job position for which Magnite reasonably believes that a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship include:

  • Having access to the Company’s Confidential Information or trade secrets including data related to customers, clients, vendors, business partners, or suppliers 
  • Work with cross teams  to access datasets, databases, formulas, algorithms, tools, products, prototypes, systems applications, and technologies in any stage of development 

Magnite is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other federal, state or local protected class.


Our Commitment: We aim to incorporate a wide range of voices into our Magnite culture, cultivating an environment where employees feel welcomed, cared for, and encouraged to freely share ideas. We are committed to employee growth, collaboration, inclusion, and innovation.  We invest in Magnite’s local communities. We seek talent from all backgrounds to champion corporate values of seeing the big picture and being catalysts of change.


Want to learn more about us?  

Check out our blog for Magnite announcements and Ad Tech industry news! 


Recruiting Agency Notice

Magnite does not accept agency resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Skills Required

  • BA/BS degree in Computer Science or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience
  • 5+ years of relevant software development experience
  • Development experience with Java for backend development
  • Strong understanding of asynchronous programming
  • Strong understanding of algorithms and data structures
  • Ability to evaluate business and technical trade-offs
  • Experience with agile development
  • Experience with Git and continuous integration tools such as Jenkins
  • Experience with Jira
  • PostgreSQL or other relational database experience, including SQL and table design
  • Ability to context switch and manage competing priorities
  • General advertising technology experience, ideally with header bidding technologies in a production environment

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The Company
HQ: Los Angeles, CA
950 Employees
Year Founded: 2007

What We Do

Together, we power advertising that enables billions of people to stay informed, entertained, and connected. We introduce them to new ideas, products, and services that make their lives better. And we help media owners of all sizes realize their full potential. That’s a lot — that’s the power of advertising. But it’s only possible with great technology. And that’s where Magnite comes in. Magnite (NASDAQ: MGNI) is the world’s largest independent sell-side advertising platform. Publishers use our technology to monetize their content across all screens and formats including CTV, online video, display, and audio. Our tech fuels billions of transactions per day!

Why Work With Us

At Magnite, our work impacts what millions of people read, watch, and buy. We strive to cultivate an environment of continuous growth and collaboration. We’re seeking out individuals who share an alternative perspective, challenge the status quo, and aren’t afraid to raise the bar!

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Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.

Magnite’s hybrid schedule includes two days worked remotely (Monday and Friday) and three days on-site (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) in all offices. Our offices provide daily lunches, beverages, snacks, training, development, office events.

Typical time on-site: 3 days a week
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