Summary:

• The main function of a software engineer on Lead generation Ads product team is to apply the principles of computer science and mathematical analysis to the design, development, testing, and evaluation of the software and systems that make computers work.
• They will be responsible for developing and optimizing AI/ML solutions to enhance lead generation workflows and drive innovation.

 
Job Responsibilities:

• Contribute to AI initiatives: Develop and optimize AI/ML features that enhance lead generation workflows.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams: Work closely with product managers, data scientists, and other engineers to deliver impactful solutions.
• Design and implement scalable solutions: Architect and code robust, scalable software systems tailored to business needs.
• Stay updated with latest AI technologies: Continually research and apply cutting-edge AI/ML advancements to Lead Gen projects.
• Drive innovation within the team: Advocate for novel approaches, tools, and technologies to maintain technical excellence.
• Develop standards and guidelines to guide the use and acquisition of software and to protect vulnerable information.

 
Skills:

• Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Strong ability to work independently and manage one’s time.
• Experience with AI/ML technologies: Proven track record in designing, building, and deploying machine learning models.
• Strong knowledge of the full software development lifecycle: from business/systems analysis, through requirements gathering and functional specification authoring, to development, testing and delivery.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment: Comfortable with ambiguity and rapidly changing requirements.
• Strong knowledge of computer hardware and software.

• Knowledge of computer development software as it relates to systems, such as SQL, VisualBasic, etc.
 
Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering or relevant field required.

 
Candidate Requirements
Must-Have HARD Skills

1. Experience with LLMs and generative AI
2. Understanding Data Analysis & Experimentation
3. Strong communication and collaboration skills

 
Nice-to-have Skills

• Experience owning high-impact projects and driving them from ideation to launch.
• Understanding of Ads world

 
Story Behind the Need – Business Group & Key Projects:
Key Projects/Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

1. AI Chatbot project where users collab with advertisers to simplify lead submissions: using AI to create better ads and get better leads from them
2. Data Files Custom Audience product changes on Ads manager

• Typical day to day: Coding
• Building the chatbot and AI technology

Purpose/Size of this team & where does this position fit within the team?

• Size of the team : 3
• Lead will drive the direction, and the worker will drive the implementation of the projects.

 
Why is this position open?

• To support Track 5 goals in lead gen ads space.

 
How will performance be measured?

• Based on XFN feedback and project delivery timeline and quality.

 
Compelling Story & Candidate Value Proposition
What makes this role interesting?

• Build cutting-edge AI for lead generation, impacting billions of users and $24B+ annual revenue.
• Work on greenfield products with deep technical challenges in ML, LLMs, and cross-channel optimization.
• Competitive market comparison & Unique Selling Points

 
Why would the contractor accept an offer for your team instead of another company/team?

• Work with top engineers, strong mentorship, and a collaborative, innovative culture.
• Value added or experience gained ?
• Mastery in ML/AI at massive scale. ? End-to-end product development and business impact.
• Exposure to the latest GenAI and lead optimization strategies.

 
Years of Experience:

• 4 minimum

 
Degrees/Certifications Required:

• Bachelors in Computer Science

Interview Process

• Timeline expectation on manager review of candidates

 
How many rounds of interviews? Who will be conducting each round?

• 2 rounds

 
Types of Interviews (behavioral, technical, presentation, etc.)
What should the contractor expect to talk about or what should they prepare?

• 1 behavioral
• 1 technical

 
Interview Duration
45 mins 
 
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 85.00/hr.