Staff Software Engineer Growth Performance Marketing

Imagine building the engines that drive inspiration to millions across the globe. As a Staff Software Engineer on our Growth Performance Marketing team at Pinterest, you won't just write code; you'll shape how people discover and connect with the ideas that spark joy in their lives. This is a chance to leverage cutting edge technology, including AI, to dramatically expand our reach and bring Pinterest's magic to even more corners of the world. Join us from anywhere, this is a fully remote, world wide opportunity.

Overview

Millions find their next great idea on Pinterest, and our mission is to bring everyone the inspiration to create a life they love. The Growth Performance Marketing team plays a pivotal role in expanding our global audience, connecting potential Pinners with the rich, diverse content on our platform. In this Staff Software Engineer role, you will lead the development of high impact systems that power our marketing campaigns, optimizing for efficiency and reach. You will engage with advanced AI driven solutions, collaborating with cross functional teams to define strategy and execute on critical initiatives that directly fuel Pinterest's user growth. This is a unique chance to combine your deep technical expertise with a passion for user acquisition, all while working remotely from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

Architect, design, and implement scalable, robust, and high performance systems for our global performance marketing efforts.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
Drive the roadmap and execution for key initiatives related to user acquisition, retention, and re engagement through marketing channels.
Collaborate closely with product managers, data scientists, and other engineering teams to identify opportunities and deliver impactful solutions.
Leverage machine learning and artificial intelligence techniques to optimize campaign performance, bidding strategies, and audience targeting.
Ensure the reliability, efficiency, and maintainability of critical marketing infrastructure.
Influence the overall technical direction and strategy of the Growth organization.

Requirements

8+ years of professional software development experience, with a significant portion focused on large scale distributed systems or performance marketing platforms.
Proficiency in one or more general purpose programming languages such as Java, C++, Python, or Go.
Demonstrated experience in designing and building highly available, low latency data processing pipelines or real time bidding systems.
Strong understanding of machine learning fundamentals and experience applying AI to solve complex business problems, especially in advertising or growth contexts.
Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure, and familiarity with related technologies.
Proven ability to lead complex technical projects from conception to launch, driving cross team alignment.
Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach to problem solving.
Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

What You'll Gain

The opportunity to make a massive, measurable impact on Pinterest's global user growth and business success.
Work on challenging, interesting problems at scale, pushing the boundaries of what's possible with AI in marketing.
Be part of a supportive, inclusive, and innovative culture where your ideas are valued.
Continuous learning and development opportunities, with exposure to cutting edge technologies and industry best practices.
The flexibility and autonomy that comes with a fully remote role, empowering you to do your best work from anywhere in the world.
A chance to work with a team that values your unique experiences and perspectives, and celebrates collective achievements.