Senior Software Engineer - Ad Server/DSP Experience (Sydney, Hybrid)
We’re looking for a Senior Software Engineer with ad server and/or demand-side platform (DSP) experience to help us scale our technology and optimize our advertising stack. This role will be instrumental in building our ad infrastructure, integrating with demand sources, and improving the performance and efficiency of our ad-serving capabilities.
As part of our growing Sydney-based team, you’ll work in a flexible environment (two days per week in-office) and collaborate closely with our engineering, product, and performance teams to create an industry-leading ad experience.
What You’ll Do- Build and Optimize Ad Tech – Design, develop, and scale our ad server and DSP integrations, ensuring low-latency, high-performance ad delivery.
- Enhance Targeting & Bidding – Work on algorithms and systems that improve ad targeting, bidding, and real-time decisioning.
- Integrate with Demand Partners – Connect Thanks to DSPs, SSPs, and other programmatic partners to maximize monetization.
- Improve Data & Analytics – Develop data pipelines and analytics to track and optimize ad performance.
- Collaborate Cross-Functionally – Work closely with product, design, and performance teams to create a seamless and engaging ad experience.
Ensure Scalability & Reliability – Optimize system architecture for performance, reliability, and cost efficiency.
Requirements- 5+ years of software engineering experience, with a focus on ad tech (ad servers, DSPs, RTB, or programmatic advertising).
- Strong expertise in JavaScript/TypeScript, Node.js, or Go (or experience with other modern backend languages).
- Experience working with real-time bidding (RTB), auction dynamics, and ad exchanges.
- Knowledge of Cloudflare, AWS, or GCP and how to deploy scalable infrastructure.
- Understanding of ad delivery, targeting, and performance optimization in programmatic advertising.
- Strong problem-solving skills, ability to work independently, and a bias for action in a fast-moving startup environment.
- Experience building custom ad servers or working on large-scale ad tech infrastructure.
- Prior work on real-time analytics, machine learning for ad targeting, or dynamic pricing models.
- Familiarity with PlanetScale (or other distributed databases) and serverless computing.
- Experience with privacy-first advertising solutions in a post-cookie world.
Benefits
Why Join Thanks?
Joining Thanks means becoming part of a Sydney-based, global-from-day-one, well-funded startup tackling one of advertising’s biggest challenges: ad fatigue. We’re redefining ad experiences with industry-leading engagement that not only captivate but also delight and reward consumers.
Here’s why you’ll love working with us: ✅ Make an Impact – Your work will directly shape our ad platform and business as we scale.
✅ Ownership Mentality – We give you the autonomy, trust, and tools to build something amazing.✅ Competitive Package – Market-leading salary, equity options, and performance-based bonuses.
✅ Fast-Paced Growth – Thrive in an environment of rapid change, constant challenges, and endless opportunities.
✅ Flexible Work – Work remotely or from our Sydney office (2 days/week in-office).
✅ Collaborative Culture – Join a team that values curiosity, transparency, and work-life balance.
We’re tackling big challenges, but we’re having fun doing it. If this sounds like you, let’s build something extraordinary together.
👉 Apply now and be part of the future of advertising with Thanks.