Remote Principal Software Engineer / Tech Lead, Head of Real-Time Bidding (ML Ops)

Description:

• Trellis is a profitable, fast-growing, Series A start-up focused on simplifying and automating shopping for home and auto insurance.
• The Principal Software Engineer / Tech Lead, Head of Real-Time Bidding will report directly to the CEO.
• This role is responsible for maximizing ROI on over $100 million per year of programmatic marketing spend.
• The position will own and grow efforts to programmatically bid and acquire insurance shoppers, ensuring maximum ROI.
• Goals include smarter customer acquisition, maintaining a high-quality platform, and building a high-quality team.

Requirements:

• Extensive backend engineering experience, particularly with API-based customer acquisition, and proficiency in Python and NodeJS.
• Experience in productionalizing Machine Learning (ML), including data management and governance.
• Strong product/business acumen with executive-level P&L responsibility and the ability to prioritize projects effectively.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage a wide surface area of software.
• A motivational and positive attitude to build trust and rapport with team members and stakeholders.
• Comfort with data storage, analysis, and machine learning in production.
• Ability to work at a brisk pace, adapting quickly to new problems and maintaining a bias for action.

Benefits:

• Competitive cash compensation ranging from $300,000 to $600,000, depending on seniority.
• Equity opportunities of up to 1%, based on seniority.
• A flat, collaborative, and transparent culture with opportunities for growth and development.
• 100% remote work environment with quarterly team bonding events.
• Unlimited vacation time for employees.
• 100% employer-paid Platinum-tier health insurance for employees and 60% for dependents.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and a 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Bonuses and budget for home office equipment.