Senior Software Engineer (Advertising Technology - AWS experience required)

warnerbros· Z1 Discovery Communications LLC
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📍 NY New York 30 Hudson YardsFull time💰 USD 132K–244K

About this role

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are…

When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

Your New Role:

The Senior Software Engineer is accountable for designing and delivering scalable, cloud-native solutions that power our advertising technology stack.

Your Role Accountabilities:

Software Development & Integration
Build and maintain services for ad-serving, campaign management, and identity systems.
Develop APIs and integrations with third-party AdTech partners and data providers.

Data Engineering
Design and implement ETL pipelines and real-time data processing for ad performance, forecasting, and yield optimization.
Work with big data frameworks (Spark, Kafka) to handle large-scale datasets

Platform Modernization
Contribute to migration of legacy systems to modular, cloud-native architectures.
Implement observability, security, and compliance best practices.

Collaboration & Technical Guidance
Partner with product and operations teams to align technical solutions with business goals.
Share best practices and mentor junior engineers when needed.

Qualifications & Experience:

·  Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

·  Engineering Expertise: 5+ years in software engineering, with exposure to AdTech or large-scale distributed systems.

·  Hands-On technical experience: Hands-on expertise with Java, Scala, or Python. Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure). Strong knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases. Familiarity with big data tools (Spark, Kafka) and streaming architectures.

·  AdTech Domain Knowledge: Familiarity with advertising workflows including forecasting, yield optimization, identity, and campaign execution.

·  Collaboration & Mentorship: Demonstrated ability to partner with data scientists, product, and platform engineering, while mentoring junior engineers.

#LI-Hybrid

How We Get Things Done…

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

Championing Inclusion at WBD

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery’s total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $131,600.00 - $244,400.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Senior Software Engineer (Advertising Technology - AWS experience required) role at warnerbros?
The listed salary for this Senior Software Engineer (Advertising Technology - AWS experience required) position at warnerbros is USD 132K–244K. This is an Full time role.
Where is the Senior Software Engineer (Advertising Technology - AWS experience required) position at warnerbros located?
This Senior Software Engineer (Advertising Technology - AWS experience required) role at warnerbros is based in NY New York 30 Hudson Yards. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Senior Software Engineer (Advertising Technology - AWS experience required) role at warnerbros full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Senior Software Engineer (Advertising Technology - AWS experience required) role in the Z1 Discovery Communications LLC department at warnerbros.
Which team or department does the Senior Software Engineer (Advertising Technology - AWS experience required) at warnerbros belong to?
This Senior Software Engineer (Advertising Technology - AWS experience required) position is part of the Z1 Discovery Communications LLC department at warnerbros. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Senior Software Engineer (Advertising Technology - AWS experience required) position at warnerbros?
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When was the Senior Software Engineer (Advertising Technology - AWS experience required) job at warnerbros posted?
This Senior Software Engineer (Advertising Technology - AWS experience required) position at warnerbros was posted on Sep 17, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Senior Software Engineer (Advertising Technology - AWS experience required)
warnerbros · 💰 USD 132K–244K
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