Lead Software Engineer- Remote

Company Description

Merkle is a leading data-driven, technology-enabled, global performance marketing agency that specializes in the delivery of unique, personalized customer experiences across platforms and devices. For more than 30 years, Fortune 1000 companies and leading nonprofit organizations have partnered with Merkle to maximize the value of their customer portfolios. Our heritage in data, technology, and analytics forms the foundation for its unmatched skills in understanding consumer insights that drive people-based marketing strategies. Its combined strengths in performance media, customer experience, customer relationship management, loyalty, and enterprise marketing technology drive improved marketing results and competitive advantage. With 9,600+ employees, Merkle is headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, with 50+ additional offices throughout the US, EMEA, and APAC. In 2016, the agency joined the Dentsu Aegis Network. For more information, contact Merkle at 1-877-9-Merkle or visit www.merkleinc.com.

Job Description

Join us on the Databridge Team! DataBridge is the backend engine powering the Merkury platform, connecting Merkle's people-based insights to the digital advertising ecosystem. The Sr. Software Engineer will work with our hybrid team of remote and offshore developers to maintain and improve Merkle's capabilities in the AdTech space using Agile project management practices. You will report to the Senior Director, Software Engineering.

Responsibilities:

• You will code, build and test Java applications using modern CI/CD tools: Git/Bitbucket, Maven, Docker & Jenkins.
• You will test and debug system integrations using Java, Python, and shell scripting.
• You will manage AWS/cloud services: Beanstalk, Load Balancers, EKS, and Lambda.
• You will estimate time, cost, and complexity for feature requests and maintenance.
• You will analyze data – validate correctness, identify anomalies, identify trends - at multiple stages using SQL queries.
• You will improve tech stack and infrastructure concerning security, performance, and cost.
• You will pair with junior developers to demonstrate best practices and share domain knowledge.
• You will independently research and prototype new tech or services as they become available.

Qualifications

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for this position.

•  Bachelor’s degree in computer science, or equivalent education and work experience.
• 3+ years of experience with Java in a software development role.
• Scripting experience using Python or similar a plus.
• Experience working in Agile teams a plus.
• Utilizes analytic skills using SQL and Excel (can perform complex functions) .
• identifies and visualizes data anomalies.
• Experience using AWS or similar cloud services and best practices.

Additional Information

The anticipated salary range for this position is $68,000 - $106,000. Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors including relevant experience, knowledge, skills and other factors permitted by law. A range of medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and/or other benefits also are available. For more information regarding dentsu benefits, please visit dentsubenefitsplus.com

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