AI & Software Engineering Manager

PMG•Dallas, TX

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

PMG is a global independent platform company engineered for impact, integrating business strategy, media, creative, and data within a single operating model powered by our proprietary operating system, Alli. With over 1,000 employees, PMG partners with leading brands and has earned numerous industry and workplace culture awards. As an AI & Software Engineering Manager, you will lead a team of engineers focused on developing AI-driven solutions for Alli, a cloud-based suite of AI-powered tools used for digital marketing. This role involves shaping the technology stack, influencing the future of AI-powered marketing, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to define technical vision and balance innovation with business needs.

Requirements

5+ years of software development experience with object-oriented programming, delivering scalable and maintainable solutions.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering or related experience.
2+ years leading and mentoring a team of engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and growth.
2+ years of experience with AWS or other cloud platforms, including deploying and managing applications in cloud environments.
Proven ability to balance hands-on development with leadership responsibilities, ensuring team success.
Strong expertise in RESTful API design, system architecture, and SOLID engineering principles.
Proficiency in backend and frontend technologies, including Python, JavaScript (Node.js, React), and Go.
Hands-on experience with automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud-based deployments to ensure reliability and efficiency.
Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes for scalable application management.
Knowledge of infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform or Ansible to streamline deployment processes.
Strong ability to communicate technical concepts clearly across teams, aligning engineering efforts with business objectives.
A proactive, problem-solving mindset with a focus on delivering real-world impact and continuous improvement.
Experience in digital marketing or advertising technology and its intersection with engineering solutions.
Familiarity with large-scale data processing frameworks such as Apache Spark or Kafka.
A commitment to curiosity and adaptability as a continual learner, staying at the forefront of media innovation while prioritizing client success.
A dedication to people-focused leadership, fostering collaboration, innovation, and professional growth by leading by example and nurturing strong relationships that empower others to excel.
Strong proficiency in SQL, Python, and other relevant programming languages for data manipulation, analysis, and process automation.
Experience in a client-facing role, providing both technical advice and strategic insights to help clients achieve their goals.

Nice To Haves

Interest or familiarity working in the Digital Marketing industry
AWS Solutions Architect - Professional certification
Prior experience working with Large Language Models (LLMs)
Familiarity with Infrastructure-as-Code tools like Terraform
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a high-performing team of engineers, fostering career growth and technical excellence.
Work in a collaborative, fast-moving environment, where ideas turn into impactful solutions quickly.
Define and drive the technical vision and roadmap for Alli’s AI-powered solutions, ensuring scalability, reliability, and long-term success.
Design, develop, and deploy cutting-edge AI-driven features that help brands make smarter marketing decisions.
Partner with Product Managers, Designers, and cross-functional teams to integrate AI solutions that enhance performance and drive measurable results.
Guide the team in best practices for clean code, automated testing, version control, and scalable architecture.
Conduct code reviews, debugging, and testing, ensuring high-quality, maintainable code.
Stay ahead of emerging AI and machine learning technologies, championing innovation that shapes the future of marketing technology.
Provide technical guidance and strategic insights to client teams, leveraging expertise in media, technology, and emerging trends.
Seek opportunities to deliver meaningful value with a customer-focused mindset.