Software Engineer 5 - Ads Pricing & Packaging

10+ years of software development experience, with at least 5 years focused on developing inventory management systems. Demonstrated expertise in developing yield optimization systems, with a deep knowledge of inventory valuation. Experience in building systems for dynamic pricing, sell through rates, managing rate cards, segmenting and packaging inventory, and overseeing yield management. Strong understanding of auction mechanics and experience building systems for reserve pricing. Designed data models, platform abstractions, and public APIs to facilitate smooth interoperability with internal ads platform teams as well as seamless integrations with external order management systems. General understanding of the advertising marketplace and landscape, with a focus on publisher side challenges like optimizing fill rates and maximizing revenue in the context of inventory management. Track record of technical leadership across multiple teams, setting architectural direction and influencing cross-functional roadmaps Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively. Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building, and mentoring skills. Contributed to an ads industry technology standard (e.g VAST, OpenRTB) or worked on an industry consortium effort, working group etc. Familiarity with legal compliance and changing landscape of ads regulations around the world. Experience working in the CTV space and knowledge of its unique constraints