Magnite, Inc.

Senior Engineer

Magnite, Inc. • $130K — $140K *
Media
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BA/BS degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of software development experience
  • Java development for back-end with knowledge of asynchronous programming
  • Strong understanding of algorithms and data structures
  • Experience with agile development and CI tools like git and Jenkins
  • Postgres or similar relational database experience with SQL
  • Ability to manage competing priorities effectively

Responsibilities

  • Participate in the full-stack development of core advertising server products
  • Manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables
  • Design and implement reliable solutions to complex problems
  • Translate business requirements into technical designs
  • Write production-ready code and unit tests
  • Handle feature requests, bug reports, and performance issues
  • Collaborate with multiple teams for quality software delivery

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage from day one
  • Generous time off and holiday breaks
  • Equity and employee stock purchase plan
  • 401k retirement savings plan with employer match
  • Family-focused benefits and parental leave
  • Monthly fitness reimbursement
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Cell phone subsidy
Full Job Description
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.

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.

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


Recruiting Agency Notice

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

About Magnite, Inc.

Magnite, Inc. is an American online advertising technology company that provides a global platform for advertising buyers and sellers. The company was formed in 2020 after the merger of Rubicon Project and Telaria. Magnite's platform enables publishers to monetize their content across all screens, including desktop, mobile, and connected TV, while allowing advertisers to reach their target audiences with relevant and engaging ads. The company operates in North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region, and serves customers in over 50 countries. Magnite is headquartered in Pasadena, California.
Learn more about Magnite, Inc.
Size
876 employees
Market Cap
$1.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$53.4 million
5 Year Trend
+11%
Revenue
$221.6 million
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