Centerfield · 4 months ago
Lead Full Stack Engineer, AI
Los Angeles, California
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$140K/yr - $170K/yrCenterfield is a leading provider of outcome-based digital marketing solutions, recognized for its innovative customer acquisition strategies. They are seeking a Lead Full Stack Engineer to design and deliver high-impact applications, guide technical direction, and mentor a talented team of engineers in a cloud environment.
AdvertisingMarketing AutomationSEMSoftware
Responsibilities
Drive technical initiatives while staying hands-on in development
Partner with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into technical solutions
Mentor and support junior developers through coaching and collaboration
Define and drive system architecture and design for scalable, high-performance applications
Document development phases and monitor systems for quality and goals alignment
Refine team processes and best practices
Evaluate and recommend new technologies and tools to improve our platforms
Qualification
Required
Expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, GCP), REST & RPC APIs, and database design
Strong proficiency in C# & .NET
Strong experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL or MySQL
Experience with Service-Oriented Architectures and/or MicroServices
Clear understanding of software engineering design principles and working knowledge of commonly used design patterns
Messaging & queues/event streams (e.g., RabbitMQ, Kafka, AWS SQS/SNS)
Familiarity with CI/CD tools and practices
Experience with Redis
Strong interpersonal presence with the ability to build trust and foster collaboration across teams
Clear technical communicator - able to whiteboard ideas on the fly, translate concepts into digital diagrams, and produce roadmaps that guide execution
Curious, passionate, teachable, continuous learning mindset (especially with how fast things move)
Preferred
Experience with Python, Node.js, or JavaScript
Hands-on experience with JavaScript frameworks such as React, etc
Experience with building applications using machine learning and artificial intelligence
Understanding of the MCP vs A2A frameworks
Understanding of AI agents vs RAG
Understanding of semantic search approaches, vector databases, and libraries such as Redis VL or Pinecone
Understanding of prompt engineering basics
Understanding of transformers, embeddings, and parameters when working with agentic frameworks
Chatbot experience working with inferences, pattern recognition, reasoning, generative, and multi-modal
Experience with training and optimization tactics such as fine-tuning, feedback loops, reinforcement, data labeling, and tagging
Understanding of tools such as Cursor, Claude, Perplexity, and ChatGPT
Benefits
Competitive salary + semi-annual bonus
Unlimited PTO – take a break when you need it!
Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision plans + generous parental leave
401(k) company match plan – fully vested on day 1
Outside patio overlooking Playa Vista + cabanas, firepits & working grills
Monthly happy hours, catered lunches + daily food trucks
Award-winning culture & unprecedented team spirit (featured in LA Business Journal & Built In LA)
Fully stocked kitchens with snacks & drinks
Breakroom supplied with games, couches, workout equipment + weekly in-office exercise classes hosted by professional instructors (yoga, kickboxing & circuit training)
Free onsite gym + locker rooms
Paid charity and volunteer days (local mentor programs, adopt a pet, beach cleanup, etc.)
Monthly team outings (ball games, casino night, hikes, etc.)
Career growth – we enjoy promoting from within!
Company
Centerfield
Centerfield is a Advertising Technology & Search Engine Marketing platform.
Founded in 2011
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$292MKey Investors
Prospect Capital CorporationH.I.G. Growth PartnersH.I.G. Capital
2020-01-21Acquired
2017-02-08Debt Financing· $136M
2017-01-31Private Equity· $156M
Leadership Team
Zach Robbins
SVP, Strategy & Operations
Chad Lovell
President, Insurance
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