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Sr. Director of Engineering - Ads AI

LinkedIn is the world's largest professional network platform that helps professionals achieve more in their careers through connections, opportunities, and insights.
$238,000 - $390,000
Machine Learning
Principal Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
15+ years of experience
AI · Enterprise SaaS · Advertising

Description For Sr. Director of Engineering - Ads AI

LinkedIn, the world's largest professional network with revenue north of $6B+, is seeking a Senior Director of Engineering for their Ads AI division. This role sits within LinkedIn Marketing Solutions (LMS), the largest and fastest-growing B2B Advertising Platform at scale globally. The position offers a unique opportunity to lead teams building cutting-edge AI/ML solutions for advertising technology.

The role will head the Audience, Identity, & Measurement team, which is crucial in driving impactful B2B marketing through automated workflows and precise audience targeting. You'll be responsible for leading a team of 100+ world-class applied researchers, ML/AI engineers, and full-stack engineers who solve cutting-edge problems in the advertising ecosystem.

As a senior leader, you'll be instrumental in building and scaling the technology stack that powers LinkedIn's advertising business, including advertiser experiences, ad serving platform, and ad products. The role requires deep expertise in AI/ML techniques, particularly in their application to advertising, along with proven experience in designing scalable infrastructure for marketing technology platforms.

The position offers competitive compensation ($238,000 - $390,000), comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment. You'll be joining a company that's transforming the global workforce through innovative products and technology, with a direct impact on how professionals connect and advance their careers.

Key responsibilities include driving architectural decisions, leading cross-functional discussions, defining quality standards, and building a culture of innovation. The ideal candidate will have 15+ years of management experience, strong technical background, and the ability to lead large teams while driving technical excellence.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned engineering leader who wants to make a significant impact at scale, working with cutting-edge AI/ML technologies in the professional networking and advertising space. The role combines technical leadership, people management, and strategic thinking to drive LinkedIn's advertising technology forward.

Last updated 12 days ago

Responsibilities For Sr. Director of Engineering - Ads AI

  • Lead and manage teams of applied researchers, ML/AI, and full stack engineers
  • Build and ship software, drive architectural decisions across LMS teams
  • Drive adoption of cutting-edge solutions for advertising ecosystem
  • Lead cross-team/cross-functional discussions and drive alignment on product/technology strategy
  • Define quality and efficiency standards for software systems
  • Build a culture of craftsmanship and innovation

Requirements For Sr. Director of Engineering - Ads AI

Python
Java
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Operational Research, Statistics, Economics or related fields
  • 15+ years of experience in management positions
  • Strong background in AI/ML techniques with applications to the Advertising domain
  • Experience managing teams of 100+ individuals and first/second-line managers
  • Experience with big data technologies (Hadoop, Spark, distributed key-value stores)
  • Strong leadership abilities and cross-functional communication skills
  • Experience building scalable, reliable infrastructure for marketing technology platforms

Benefits For Sr. Director of Engineering - Ads AI

Medical Insurance
401k
Parental Leave
  • Generous health and wellness programs
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Annual performance bonus
  • Stock options
  • Comprehensive benefits package

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