Amazon

Director of Engineering, Ads

Amazon$253K — $342K *
Consumer Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of engineering team management experience
  • 7+ years managing software engineering teams, with at least 1 year managing other managers
  • Track record of shipping consumer-facing products in high-growth environments
  • Experience in talent development and retention within engineering teams
  • Strong technical skills to communicate effectively with senior engineers

Responsibilities

  • Own engineering strategy for ad products across multiple teams
  • Make architectural decisions for ad serving, targeting, and measurement
  • Develop and mentor managers to enhance engineering culture
  • Collaborate with product, sales, and operations teams
  • Set quality and velocity standards based on data

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision & Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Maternity & Parental Leave
  • Flexible PTO
  • Amazon Employee Discount
Full Job Description
If you are interested in this position, please apply on Twitch's Career site https://www.twitch.tv/jobs/en/

About the Role

Ads on Twitch aren't like ads anywhere else. They happen live, in front of communities that are actively engaged and they directly fund the creators those communities love. This is a genuinely unsolved problem: you won't be optimizing a mature system, you'll be defining what the next generation of live-stream advertising looks like.

We're looking for an engineering leader to run multiple teams building ad experiences that feel native to live streaming. You'll own the technical vision for how ads work on Twitch and lead the org to ship it. Your work will have direct revenue impact and visibility to senior leadership - it shows up on the P&L. The org is at a stage where your leadership decisions will shape its culture for years, and you'll work alongside strong cross-functional partners who care deeply about creators.

This role demands someone who can formulate intuition and opinions grounded in first-principles understanding, not just pattern-matching from past playbooks. You'll navigate both technical and product ambiguity simultaneously, leading entirely autonomously rather than relying on a hierarchy to set direction. This is a very fast-paced environment where leading teams to results and delivering resounding impact is the expectation.

You can work in San Francisco, CA or Seattle, WA.

You Will

- Own the engineering strategy for ad products across multiple teams

- Make real architectural calls - we're actively evolving how ads are served, targeted, and measured in a live-streaming context

- Build and develop your managers, and foster a culture of continuous engineering improvement through mentoring, feedback, and metrics

- Partner with product, sales, and operations to balance advertiser needs with viewer and creator experience

- Set quality and velocity standards grounded in data

Perks

- Medical, Dental, Vision & Disability Insurance

- 401(k)

- Maternity & Parental Leave

- Flexible PTO

- Amazon Employee Discount

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- 7+ years of engineering team management experience

- 7+ years managing software engineering teams, with at least 1 of those managing other managers

- A track record of shipping consumer-facing products in a high-growth, fast-changing environment

- Experience growing and retaining engineering talent - not just hiring, but developing people into leaders

- Strong technical chops to earn credibility with senior engineers and make architectural tradeoffs

- Ability to build a strong engineering culture anchored on technical innovation, high velocity, customer impact, and cross-functional collaboration

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience building for ads products - ad serving, targeting, measurement, or advertiser-facing tools

- Background working in live or real-time media environments

- Experience operating with high autonomy in ambiguous, fast-moving organizations

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, CA, SAN FRANCISCO - 253,100.00 - 342,300.00 USD annually

USA, CA, San Francisco - 253,100.00 - 342,300.00 USD annually

USA, WA, SEATTLE - 220,100.00 - 297,700.00 USD annually

USA, WA, Seattle - 220,100.00 - 297,700.00 USD annually

About Amazon

Audible is a provider of spoken audio information and entertainment , on the Internet. They provide premium spoken audio content, such as audio versions of books and newspapers and radio programs, that is delivered over the Internet and played back on personal computers and hand-held electronic devices. The Audible service allows consumers to purchase and download their content from their Website, store it in digital files and play it back on personal computers and electronic devices. More than 15,000 hours of audio content are available on their Web site, including audio versions of books, periodicals and radio programs. Several manufacturers have agreed to support and promote the playback of their content on their hand-held audio-enabled electronic devices.

Amazon Careers

Joining Amazon presents an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a vibrant team pushing the boundaries of innovation and growth in the global marketplace. As a leader in e-commerce, technology, and logistics, Amazon offers a variety of job opportunities that cater to a range of skills and professional interests. Work You’ll Do At Amazon, every day is an opportunity to collaborate with the brightest minds in technology and business to redefine what’s possible. Whether you’re interested in software development, marketing, human resources, or customer service, Amazon has a position waiting for you. Transform the way the world shops and innovates with our diverse and inclusive team. Amazon is not just a company; it’s a community where you can drive real change and contribute to projects impacting millions globally. Lead with Innovation and Leadership Amazon is the perfect place to enhance your leadership and innovation skills. Our culture encourages pushing the envelope and imagining the unimaginable. Here, you will lead projects that challenge the status quo and define new industry standards. Work with a team that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment. Our leadership is focused on harnessing the collective power of unique perspectives to foster growth and innovation. Explore Amazon’s Employment Benefits Amazon’s commitment to its employees extends beyond just career growth. We offer competitive benefits, including health care, parental leave, and diversity training, ensuring that our team not only excels professionally but also enjoys well-being and security. Internship and Networking Opportunities Start your career with an Amazon internship and gain hands-on experience that matters. Our internships provide a gateway to full-time employment and an opportunity to network with professionals across various sectors of the company. Future-Proof Your Career With Amazon, your career path is filled with numerous opportunities for advancement. Our learning and development programs are designed to nurture your professional growth and keep you at the forefront of industry trends. Stay Connected Join Our Team Discover the job opportunities at Amazon that match your skills and interests. We are constantly on the lookout for passionate, curious, and innovative team players ready to make a difference. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Explore the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Amazon. Amazon is more than just a company—it’s a platform for building a promising future. Whether you’re starting or looking to advance your career, Amazon offers the resources, support, and network you need to succeed. Join us, and be a part of our continuing mission to be Earth's most customer-centric company.
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