Connexity
Senior Software Engineer - Skimlinks
Connexity, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Description
Skimlinks ,
Connexity , and
Taboola
are interconnected players in the digital advertising and affiliate marketing space. Skimlinks, a content-to-commerce platform that automatically converts product links into affiliate links, was acquired by Connexity in May 2020. Connexity, a technology and data company, specializes in performance marketing, customer acquisition, and data analytics for retailers and publishers, operating one of the largest independent affiliate networks. In July 2021, Connexity was acquired by Taboola, a leading content discovery and native advertising platform. This acquisition expanded Taboola's reach into e-commerce and performance marketing, enabling it to offer a comprehensive suite of solutions that combine Skimlinks' affiliate marketing tools, Connexity's retail and marketing solutions, and Taboola's personalized content recommendations, thereby creating a powerful ecosystem for publishers and advertisers to optimize revenue and enhance user engagement. Our Engineers develop next-generation technologies that help retailers reach those qualified consumers.As a result of the growth of our business, we are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Software Engineer to join our Skimlinks engineering team. Our engineers play a crucial role in designing, developing, and maintaining our core systems and applications. In this role, expect to work on backend technologies, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable and high-performance solutions.Responsibilities
Backend Development:
Design, implement, and maintain scalable backend systems. Develop APIs, microservices, and other server-side components to support platform features and functionality.Architecture and Design:
Contribute to the architecture and design of backend systems. Ensure that solutions are reliable, scalable, and performant. Make informed decisions on technology stacks and system design.Collaboration:
Work closely with product managers, designers, and engineers to define and implement new features and improvements. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.Problem-Solving:
Identify and troubleshoot complex technical issues, providing effective solutions and optimizing system performance. Continuously improve and refactor codebase to enhance scalability and maintainability.Code Quality:
Maintain high standards for code quality, including thorough testing, code reviews, and documentation. Promote and enforce frontend coding standards and best practices.Innovation:
Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies. Evaluate and recommend new tools, frameworks, and libraries to enhance our frontend stack.User Experience:
Collaborate with UX/UI designers to translate design concepts into functional and visually appealing interfaces. Ensure a consistent and intuitive user experience across different devices and browsers.Requirements
Experience:
5+ years of professional experience in backend development, with a strong track record of designing and delivering high-performance systems.Programming Languages:
Proficiency in one or more backend programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, Node.js, Go). Experience with multiple languages is a plus.Backend Frameworks:
Experience with backend frameworks and technologies (e.g., Spring Boot, Flask, Express.js). Knowledge of RESTful API design and implementation.Database Management:
Expertise in relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra). Ability to design and optimize database schemas and queries.System Design:
Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and system design principles. Experience with building and maintaining distributed systems and microservices.Collaboration:
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to work effectively in a team environment. Experience working in Agile methodologies.Problem-Solving:
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to tackle complex technical challenges.Education:
A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is preferred, but not required.Tech Stack:ReactNext.jsTypescriptTanstack Cypress.ioJestPythonJavaFlaskMySQLGoogle Cloud PlatformKubernetesDockerBenefits
Headquartered in Santa Monica, the company operates sites and business services in the US, UK, EMEA, and APAC. We offer top benefits including equity, career growth, flexible time off, casual work environment, competitive compensation, and much more!Health Care Plans (Medical, Dental & Vision)Retirement Plan (401k Matching)Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D), LTD & STDPaid Leave Benefits (Maternity, Paternity & Medical)Learning & Development Program (educational tool)Flexible work schedulesWellness ResourcesEquityWe are committed to providing a culture at Connexity that supports the diversity, equity, and inclusion of our most valuable asset, our people. We encourage individuality and are driven to represent a workplace that celebrates our differences and provides opportunities equally across gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, and all other demographics. Our actions across Education, Recruitment, Retention, and Volunteering reflect our core company values and remind us that we're all in this together to drive positive change in our industry.The pay range for this position is $150,000-$175,000 and could be flexible if level is deemed above senior. The pay offered may vary depending on several factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience (Level I, II, III). Compensation packages include a variety of perks such as equity, competitive 401(k) match, rich benefits, etc.This position is a hybrid role, with 1-2 days based in the Santa Monica office.
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Skimlinks ,
Connexity , and
Taboola
are interconnected players in the digital advertising and affiliate marketing space. Skimlinks, a content-to-commerce platform that automatically converts product links into affiliate links, was acquired by Connexity in May 2020. Connexity, a technology and data company, specializes in performance marketing, customer acquisition, and data analytics for retailers and publishers, operating one of the largest independent affiliate networks. In July 2021, Connexity was acquired by Taboola, a leading content discovery and native advertising platform. This acquisition expanded Taboola's reach into e-commerce and performance marketing, enabling it to offer a comprehensive suite of solutions that combine Skimlinks' affiliate marketing tools, Connexity's retail and marketing solutions, and Taboola's personalized content recommendations, thereby creating a powerful ecosystem for publishers and advertisers to optimize revenue and enhance user engagement. Our Engineers develop next-generation technologies that help retailers reach those qualified consumers.As a result of the growth of our business, we are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Software Engineer to join our Skimlinks engineering team. Our engineers play a crucial role in designing, developing, and maintaining our core systems and applications. In this role, expect to work on backend technologies, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable and high-performance solutions.Responsibilities
Backend Development:
Design, implement, and maintain scalable backend systems. Develop APIs, microservices, and other server-side components to support platform features and functionality.Architecture and Design:
Contribute to the architecture and design of backend systems. Ensure that solutions are reliable, scalable, and performant. Make informed decisions on technology stacks and system design.Collaboration:
Work closely with product managers, designers, and engineers to define and implement new features and improvements. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.Problem-Solving:
Identify and troubleshoot complex technical issues, providing effective solutions and optimizing system performance. Continuously improve and refactor codebase to enhance scalability and maintainability.Code Quality:
Maintain high standards for code quality, including thorough testing, code reviews, and documentation. Promote and enforce frontend coding standards and best practices.Innovation:
Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies. Evaluate and recommend new tools, frameworks, and libraries to enhance our frontend stack.User Experience:
Collaborate with UX/UI designers to translate design concepts into functional and visually appealing interfaces. Ensure a consistent and intuitive user experience across different devices and browsers.Requirements
Experience:
5+ years of professional experience in backend development, with a strong track record of designing and delivering high-performance systems.Programming Languages:
Proficiency in one or more backend programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, Node.js, Go). Experience with multiple languages is a plus.Backend Frameworks:
Experience with backend frameworks and technologies (e.g., Spring Boot, Flask, Express.js). Knowledge of RESTful API design and implementation.Database Management:
Expertise in relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra). Ability to design and optimize database schemas and queries.System Design:
Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and system design principles. Experience with building and maintaining distributed systems and microservices.Collaboration:
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to work effectively in a team environment. Experience working in Agile methodologies.Problem-Solving:
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to tackle complex technical challenges.Education:
A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is preferred, but not required.Tech Stack:ReactNext.jsTypescriptTanstack Cypress.ioJestPythonJavaFlaskMySQLGoogle Cloud PlatformKubernetesDockerBenefits
Headquartered in Santa Monica, the company operates sites and business services in the US, UK, EMEA, and APAC. We offer top benefits including equity, career growth, flexible time off, casual work environment, competitive compensation, and much more!Health Care Plans (Medical, Dental & Vision)Retirement Plan (401k Matching)Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D), LTD & STDPaid Leave Benefits (Maternity, Paternity & Medical)Learning & Development Program (educational tool)Flexible work schedulesWellness ResourcesEquityWe are committed to providing a culture at Connexity that supports the diversity, equity, and inclusion of our most valuable asset, our people. We encourage individuality and are driven to represent a workplace that celebrates our differences and provides opportunities equally across gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, and all other demographics. Our actions across Education, Recruitment, Retention, and Volunteering reflect our core company values and remind us that we're all in this together to drive positive change in our industry.The pay range for this position is $150,000-$175,000 and could be flexible if level is deemed above senior. The pay offered may vary depending on several factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience (Level I, II, III). Compensation packages include a variety of perks such as equity, competitive 401(k) match, rich benefits, etc.This position is a hybrid role, with 1-2 days based in the Santa Monica office.
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