Lead Backend Engineer for High-Performance Ad Delivery Systems

montreal, qc, Canada • Posted May 25, 2026

Job Type: Full-time
Location: montreal, qc
Posted: May 25, 2026
Category: Engineering
Application Deadline: July 04, 2026

Role Description

Become a Lead Backend Engineer and drive significant advancements in ad technology. Oversee a dedicated team and technically guide a robust hybrid working environment.

You will take technical ownership of real-time systems, overseeing their architecture and optimization. This leadership role requires strong hands-on skills and a vision for enhancing system performance and availability. You will engage in strategic planning as well as day-to-day operations while empowering your team.

Key Responsibilities:
• Lead the design of high-performance Ad Server and DSP
• Ensure low-latency and high-throughput in distributed systems
• Elevate code quality and operational practices
• Supervise incident responses and analysis
• Foster a culture of observability and continual improvement

Requirements:
• 7+ years of experience in backend engineering
• Expertise in distributed systems and production infrastructure
•...

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