Sr. Director of Engineering - Ads AI

LinkedIn, the world's largest professional network with revenue north of $6B+ in its Marketing Solutions division, is seeking a Senior Director of Engineering to lead their Ads AI initiatives. This role sits within the Audience, Identity, & Measurement team, which is crucial for driving B2B marketing success through automated workflows and precise audience targeting.

The position offers an opportunity to shape the future of B2B advertising by leveraging LinkedIn's rich professional data while maintaining strong privacy standards. As the Sr. Director, you'll lead teams developing innovative measurement and media buying solutions, working with cutting-edge AI/ML technologies to optimize campaign performance and ROI validation.

The role combines technical leadership with people management, requiring someone who can both architect large-scale systems and inspire teams of 100+ engineers. You'll be working with some of the most sophisticated advertising technology in the industry, including real-time bidding systems, recommendation engines, and advanced analytics pipelines.

Key technical areas include distributed systems, big data processing (Hadoop/Spark), machine learning, and real-time streaming architectures. The role requires deep expertise in advertising technology, particularly in areas like audience targeting, campaign optimization, and measurement systems.

The compensation package is highly competitive, ranging from $238,000 to $390,000, plus additional benefits including stock options and annual performance bonuses. The position offers hybrid work flexibility, combining remote work with in-office collaboration at LinkedIn's Mountain View headquarters.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned engineering leader who is passionate about AI/ML applications in advertising and can drive innovation while scaling teams and systems. The role offers the chance to make a significant impact on LinkedIn's fastest-growing business unit while working with cutting-edge technology and world-class talent.