Lead Software Engineer - L5
objective partnersChicago (IL)
Lead Software Engineer - L5
Posted today
objective partnersChicago (IL)
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About the role
Job TitleLead Software Engineer LocationChicago (Hybrid) About the Opportunity Are you ready to architect low-latency, high-throughput infrastructure that powers modern digital streaming environments? We are seeking a Lead Software Engineer to direct the end-to-end design and execution of a mission-critical video distribution platform. In this high-impact role, you will bridge technical vision with product strategy while guiding a cross-functional, globally distributed engineering team.
Responsibilities:
Architect & Scale: Direct full-lifecycle engineering initiatives for high-availability systems, guaranteeing real-time execution and operational reliability.
Technical Guidance: Lead and elevate engineering colleagues through rigorous code reviews, technical mentorship, and quality assurance standards.
Product Collaboration: Partner with product leadership to evaluate technical feasibility and translate strategic goals into robust architectural solutions.
Process & Tooling Optimization: Refine deployment workflows, establish verification frameworks, and maintain comprehensive documentation across the system life cycle.
Global Alignment: Work directly with international product and technology teams to integrate continuous platform innovations across time zones.
System Resolution: Rapidly diagnose and resolve complex technical bottlenecks in live, high-traffic distributed environments.
Requirements: (Must-Have)
Experience & Education:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science (or equivalent practical experience) combined with 5+ years of progressive backend software development.
Core Technical Expertise: Advanced proficiency in C/C++, network programming, and relational/non-relational database design.
Distributed Architecture: Hands-on background building and maintaining high-concurrency, mission-critical distributed systems.
Execution & Delivery: Sound understanding of Agile methodologies, modern SDLC frameworks, and technical project management.
Communication & Leadership: Aptitude for explaining complex engineering topics to non-technical partners and aligning tech initiatives with business outcomes.
Global Flexibility: Capability to adapt schedules periodically to accommodate co-working hours with international engineering hubs.
Preferred Qualifications:
(Nice-to-Have) Direct domain experience within the digital advertising or media streaming sectors. Exposure to programmatic ad-serving architectures and open protocol specifications (e.g., OpenRTB).A passion for researching, adopting, and deploying emerging software development tools and paradigms.
Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive base salary package commensurate with experience. Comprehensive healthcare package (medical, dental, vision).Flexible remote work arrangements and professional development support.#LI-ML1
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