Software Engineering Senior Lead

PMG•Dallas, TX

48d

About The Position

Named Ad Age Best Places to Work for 10 years in a row and Fast Company Best Workplaces for Innovators since 2022, PMG is a global independent marketing services and technology company that seeks to inspire people and brands that anything is possible. Driven by shared success, PMG leverages business strategy and transformation, creative, media, and insights—as well as its proprietary operating system, Alli—to deliver cutting-edge digital solutions and innovative media strategies. Our team comprises over 900 employees globally, and our work for ambitious brands like Apple, Nike, Sephora, Experian, Therabody, Best Western Hotels & Resorts, Creed Fragrances, BNY, Intuit, CKE Restaurants, Travelex, and Whole Foods spans 85+ countries. As an AI & Software Engineering Senior Lead at PMG, you’ll join a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration, creativity, and innovation. Our team develops Alli, a cloud-based suite of AI-powered tools that revolutionize digital marketing for some of the world’s most iconic brands. Last year, Alli powered campaigns reaching over 1 billion consumers across 80+ countries, delivering exceptional results that make a meaningful impact on our clients’ businesses. You’ll work across one of Alli’s key pillars—Actions, Data, or Insights—collaborating with cross-functional teams to solve challenging problems and build scalable, AI-driven solutions. Your work will directly contribute to enhancing PMG’s platform, enabling brands to connect with their audiences in innovative and impactful ways. This is a place for builders and problem-solvers who love to tackle the challenges of tomorrow. At PMG, your work won’t just live in a prototype—it will ship, making an immediate difference in the world of digital marketing.

Requirements

7+ years of backend development experience, with a strong focus on building scalable, high-performance systems, or a related field, with a bachelor’s or master’s degree or equivalent experience.
3+ years working with modern backend frameworks such as Django, Flask, Spring Boot, or Express.js.
Proven experience designing and integrating RESTful APIs and microservices architectures.
Hands-on experience working across all stages of software development, including requirements, design, coding, testing, implementation, and support.
3+ years of experience leading and mentoring other engineers to achieve technical excellence.
Proficiency in backend languages like Python, Node.js, or Go, with a focus on clean and maintainable code.
Advanced skills in working with databases such as PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis, or MySQL, including query optimization and schema design.
Familiarity with AI technologies like OpenAI, Bedrock, Vertex, and LangChain to explore and implement innovative backend solutions.
Experience with version control tools like Git and CI/CD pipelines to automate testing and deployments.
Knowledge of infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform or Ansible to manage infrastructure efficiently.
Hands-on experience with containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes for deploying and managing distributed systems.
Strong expertise in monitoring tools such as Grafana, Prometheus, Datadog or ELK Stack for performance optimization and issue resolution.
Strong written and verbal communication skills to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.
A proactive, solution-oriented mindset with a passion for creating reliable and impactful backend systems.
A commitment to curiosity and adaptability as a continual learner, staying at the forefront of media innovation while prioritizing client success with a customer-focused mindset that seeks opportunities to deliver meaningful value.
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.

Nice To Haves

Interest or familiarity with the digital marketing industry and its backend solutions.
Experience working with large language models (LLMs) or AI-driven backend tools.

Responsibilities

Leading the design, development, and deployment of features on the Alli platform.
Collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate AI-first solutions that enhance performance and automation.
Building scalable, privacy-first products that drive measurable results for our clients.
Mentoring junior engineers and fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
Pioneering development in technologies that transform the marketing technology space.
Design and implement complex, highly scalable technical solutions;
Conduct coding, debugging, testing, and troubleshooting across the application development lifecycle;
Mentor junior and intermediate-level developers;
Draft and implement architectural designs to produce reliable, state-of-the-art products;
Collaborate with designers and product managers to deliver new components and features;
Lead code reviews, offering insightful feedback to your peers

Benefits

Professional Development: Take advantage of our learning and development programs, mentorship opportunities, and career advancement support.
Generous Time Off: Enjoy generous paid time off and holiday allowances to recharge and spend time with loved ones.
Parental Leave: We provide paid parental leave to support your family during important life events.
Retirement & Pension Plans: Plan for your future with competitive retirement or pension programs, including contribution matching.
Fertility and Family Support: Access fertility benefits for all team members and their spouses.
Healthcare: Coverage and support for everyday medical expenses and routine care, tailored by geography.
Pet Insurance: Protect your pet's health and your finances.
Lifestyle Spending Accounts: Enjoy 100% company-funded accounts to promote healthy habits and well-being.
Commuter Benefits: Access support for travel and commuting needs, where available.
Annual Bonus: All employees are eligible for an annual bonus.
Volunteering Opportunities: Receive 8 give-back hours to volunteer in your local communities.
AI Enterprise License: Access AI Enterprise accounts and participate in weekly AI training sessions to empower and ensure AI safety.
Benefits vary by country, location, and geography to reflect local laws, norms, and expectations.