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Software Engineer (Audience Platform)

Washington, United StatesHybridFull TimeEntry-level (exp-based)$144,900–$168,400 /yrPosted 2 months agoVisa sponsorship available

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Role summary

Quantcast is seeking a Software Engineer for its Audience Platform team. This role involves designing, implementing, and operating distributed software systems to process and query internet-scale data for Quantcast's AI-powered Demand Side Platform (DSP). The engineer will work with product and business partners to deliver insights and reporting data to global publishers and marketers. The position requires proficiency in Java and/or Golang, a basic understanding of distributed systems, and algorithmic problem-solving skills. Experience with cloud technologies like AWS is a plus. This is a hybrid role based in Seattle, requiring candidates to reside within a 60-mile radius.

At Quantcast, we don't just build advertising technology, we revolutionize how it works. Our AI-powered Demand Side Platform (DSP) connects the world's most ambitious marketers with their ideal audiences across the open internet, delivering results that actually move the needle. Since 2006, we've been the industry's trailblazer, launching the first AI-powered measurement platform for publishers and the first AI-driven DSP. Our AI doesn't just optimize—it delivers the measurable outcomes that matter most to our clients, giving them the competitive edge they need in a crowded marketplace. Ready to join the team that's defining the future of digital advertising?
Have you wanted to work with a database containing over one trillion data points? Have you wanted to work with real-time systems that process over half a billion events per day? This is your opportunity!
As a Software Engineer, you will craft, implement, and operate distributed software systems to efficiently process, organize and query internet-scale data at Quantcast. You will work closely with product and business partners to deliver capabilities to the audience platform, which provides interactive, realtime and expressive insights and reporting data to a global set of publishers and marketers. You are comfortable working on an agile, dynamic team.
What You'll Do

  • Design, implement, and own solutions to big-data problems in a highly scalable way.
  • Demonstrate analytics skills to help business customers answer questions based on Quantcast’s vast data set on internet activity.
  • Broadly communicate knowledge and innovative methodologies within the team and the engineering organization.
  • Participate in team-wide on-call rotations.

Who You Are

  • 0-5 years of related experience.
  • You must be work-authorized in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.
  • This is a hybrid role based in our Seattle office. To ensure a manageable commute for in-office days, candidates must reside within a 60-mile radius of Seattle, WA. No relocation candidates at this time.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Proven algorithmic problem-solving skills.
  • Basic understanding of distributed systems.
  • Proficient in Java and/or Golang.
  • Experience with cloud technologies, such as AWS, is a plus.

The salary range for this position is $144,900 - $168,400 USD
At Quantcast, we craft offers that reflect your unique skills, expertise, and geographic location. On top of a competitive salary, this position includes a performance bonus, equity, and a comprehensive benefits package. For more details, visit our Careers Page and see how we support our team. We are headquartered in San Francisco with offices around the world. Quantcast is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please see the Applicant Privacy Notice for details on our applicant privacy policy. Join the team that unlocks potential.

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