Senior Engineering Manager, Ad Performance Recommendation

We are seeking a Senior Engineering Manager​ to join our 200+ product development organization and lead

our Ad Performance Recommendation team​. The team is responsible for developing an innovative AI-powered system

that leverages marketing ad tech data and various data sources to identify performance signals and generate actionable

recommendations for digital advertisers and marketers.

As part of the AI Platform organization, you will lead a

multidisciplinary team of Data Scientists, ML Engineers, and Software Engineers working to accelerate AI adoption and development

across Smartly’s Media, Creative, and Intelligence suite. The team ensures compliance with privacy, security, and ethical

guidelines.

This is an opportunity to define the vision and strategy for ML and Data Science applications, drive execution

on ambitious goals, and champion AI and ML excellence throughout Smartly.

Smartly is proud to be ranked as a leader in The

Forrester Wave™ for Creative AdTech. This recognition reflects our commitment to transforming ad experiences through intelligent

creativity, standing as the only platform honored by both Forrester and validated by PwC to be recognized for ad technology to

power performance.

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• Lead and grow the Ad Performance Recommendation

team, providing technical direction, strategic vision, and hands-on leadership.

• Drive the development of AdTech-specific

ML models foundational AI capabilities (e.g. predictive and simulation techniques) and explore novel approaches that can be

applied across Smartly’s products. Optimize existing models for performance, efficiency, and scalability.

• Collaborate

cross-functionally with other teams to ensure AI-driven features deliver measurable business and customer impact.

• Ensure

compliance with privacy, security, and ethical AI standards in ML applications.

• Foster a strong engineering culture

focused on innovation, quality, and continuous improvement.

• Mentor team members through coaching, 1:1s, and career

development plans.

• Remove obstacles to enable your team to thrive and deliver exceptional results.
• Partner with

recruiting to help scale the team by actively sourcing and closing the best talent.

• Partner with other leaders in

the AI Platform to shape Smartly’s long-term AI strategy and architecture.

Here's What We're

Looking For…​

• 7+ years of experience in building services and products.
• 5+ years of experience in

applying machine learning to real-life problems.

• 3+ years of experience in leading teams.
• Competent with key

technologies in ML; PyTorch, TensorFlow, Python, SQL.

• Able to mentor, coach, and develop data scientists and

machine learning engineers

• Proven experience in delivering scalable ML systems in production. You will need to be

hands-on when coaching the team members to new technical and professional heights, which can involve code reviews, pair

programming, etc.

• A pragmatic mindset. We always aim to create value to our customers. We're also working on production

systems and our customers' business depends on it.

• Curiosity and the drive to continuously learn through study and

experimentation on the job.

• Ability to drive both technical excellence and cross-functional

collaboration.

• Understanding of security and compliance requirements when working with personal data.
• M.Sc. or

Ph.D. in a relevant field (Mathematics, CS, AI, Physics, …).

• Excellent communication skills, written and spoken

English

• Ability to work 3 days / week at our office

• Ownership Culture: Make a significant impact on our products with autonomy and ownership.
• Industry Collaboration:

Collaborate with leading online marketers and platforms like Meta, Pinterest, Snap, TikTok, and Google.

• Professional

Development: Access opportunities for growth through mentorship, training, and resources to enhance your skills.

• Wellbeing Focus: Prioritize your health with comprehensive healthcare packages and mental health services, plus a healthy

work-life balance.

• Total Rewards: Everyone at Smartly is an owner with our equity options program and performance-based

grants. We recognize success with compensation, benefits, and career development opportunities.

• We work in a

flexible hybrid work model, including the option to work abroad for up to 30 days.

Smartly is committed to being the

best place to work for growth-minded individuals to thrive - explore more in our Culture

Handbook!

What to Expect from Our Recruitment Experience:​

• Meet your Recruiter: Get to

know each other and learn about working at Smartly.

• Meet the Team Manager: Gain deeper insights into your future

team.

• Meet the Team in Subject Matter Interviews: Engage in a case study and showcase your domain knowledge.

Apply now

and shape the future of digital advertising!​

Smartly is the AI-powered advertising technology company transforming ad experiences for brands and their consumers. Our

comprehensive advertising platform seamlessly integrates the capabilities of media, creative, and intelligence to power more than

800 billion impressions and generate more than 300 billion creatives annually, delivering tangible business outcomes for brands

and advertisers.

Smartly is the only company in the industry recognized as a Leader in The Forrester Wave: Creative

Advertising Technologies with PwC validating the results it delivers for brands. We manage creative and media for 700+ brands

worldwide and $6B in ad spend across the largest media platforms, including Facebook, Google, Instagram, Pinterest, Snap, and

TikTok. Our end-to-end technology, unmatched access to media platforms and exceptional customer service help Fortune 500 brands to

reach and engage consumers and learn what performs best.Smartly is a multinational and diverse team of 750+ Smartlies from 60+

nationalities, working in 13 countries. Together, we want to create and maintain an inclusive environment where everyone feels

respected and heard. Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion approach is at the heart of it.