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Distinguished Engineer

A visual discovery platform where 500+ million people find inspiration and discover ideas around their interests.
$269,373 - $554,591
Machine Learning
Principal Software Engineer
Remote
5,000+ Employees
15+ years of experience
AI · Enterprise SaaS · Consumer

Description For Distinguished Engineer

Pinterest, a leading visual discovery platform serving 500+ million users, is seeking a Distinguished Engineer to spearhead their advertiser experience and measurement platform. This role sits at the intersection of advertising technology and artificial intelligence, focusing on building next-generation GenAI-powered tools for sales and marketing effectiveness.

The position offers a unique opportunity to architect systems that power campaign management, targeting workflows, and performance analytics while pioneering AI-driven solutions. You'll be responsible for defining technical standards for attribution models and measurement integrations, while leading the development of AI-powered sales assistants that optimize advertiser-Pinterest matching.

As a Distinguished Engineer, you'll work closely with cross-functional teams, including Sales, Engineering, and Data Science, to enhance advertiser performance and develop innovative ad solutions. The role requires deep expertise in digital marketing, adtech, and applied AI, particularly in areas like enterprise tooling and recommender systems.

Pinterest offers a flexible working model through their PinFlex program, allowing for both remote work and key in-person collaboration moments. The company provides competitive compensation, including a substantial base salary range and equity opportunities. Pinterest is committed to fostering an equitable and inclusive workplace, making decisions based on merit and welcoming diverse perspectives.

This role is ideal for a seasoned technical leader who combines deep engineering expertise with business acumen, and who is passionate about using AI to transform digital advertising. You'll have the opportunity to shape the future of advertising technology while working for a platform that helps millions find inspiration daily.

Last updated 19 hours ago

Responsibilities For Distinguished Engineer

  • Architect and evolve systems for campaign lifecycle management, targeting workflows, performance analytics
  • Define technical standards for attribution models and conversion pipelines
  • Lead development of AI-powered Sales assistant
  • Collaborate with Sales and engineering teams
  • Champion engineering excellence and mentor senior tech talent

Requirements For Distinguished Engineer

  • 15+ years of experience in engineering leadership roles
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • Deep understanding of digital marketing, adtech
  • Experience with real time systems, experimentation science
  • Experience with AB testing and causal inference methods
  • Demonstrated innovation in Applied AI and GenAI
  • Proven track record of leading cross-functional initiatives
  • Excellent communication skills

Benefits For Distinguished Engineer

Equity
  • Equity compensation
  • Flexible work arrangements (PinFlex)
  • Comprehensive benefits package

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