Staff Engineer, Product Search and Ranking

Global technology platform empowering lifestyle creators to monetize content through shoppable experiences, connecting brands, creators, and shoppers.
Backend
Staff Software Engineer
Remote
501 - 1,000 Employees
7+ years of experience
E-Commerce

Description For Staff Engineer, Product Search and Ranking

LTK, a leading global platform in creator commerce, is seeking a Staff Engineer to spearhead their Product Search and Ranking initiatives. This role is crucial in managing a product catalog system containing billions of items, powering essential e-commerce functionalities including price tracking, link management, and product matching across retailers.

The position offers an opportunity to work on highly scalable systems in a fast-growing environment, where you'll be responsible for building and scaling the Product Catalog Service, Exact Product Matching Service, and Product Search Service. You'll work closely with the VP of engineering and cross-functional teams, making this a highly visible role within the organization.

As a Staff Engineer, you'll leverage your expertise in Golang, Python, and various data technologies to design and implement complex systems. The role requires strong leadership skills, as you'll be mentoring team members and influencing technical decisions across the organization. You'll be working in a remote-first environment that values productivity and innovation.

LTK offers a comprehensive benefits package including competitive compensation, 401(k) with company matching, complete healthcare coverage, parental leave, and flexible PTO. The company, founded in 2011, has grown to drive over $4 billion in annual retail sales through their platform, connecting 40 million consumers with more than 7,000 retailers and 1M brands.

This role is perfect for a seasoned engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment, has a passion for e-commerce technologies, and wants to make a significant impact in the creator commerce space. Join a company that's revolutionizing the intersection of content creation and e-commerce while working with cutting-edge technologies and solving complex technical challenges.

Last updated a month ago

Responsibilities For Staff Engineer, Product Search and Ranking

  • Lead the building and scaling of Product Catalog Service, Exact Product Matching Service, and Product Search Service
  • Design and develop software solutions meeting business needs
  • Provide inputs on engineering and operational excellence
  • Identify and evaluate new technologies and tools
  • Create and maintain technical documentation
  • Mentor and coach engineering teams
  • Develop relationships with key stakeholders
  • Ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices

Requirements For Staff Engineer, Product Search and Ranking

Go
Python
Cassandra
Kafka
Kubernetes
  • 7+ years experience in distributed systems and software development
  • Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science or related field (preferred)
  • Strong command of Golang, Python, Vector Databases, and embedding technologies
  • Expertise in designing and building complex systems and architecture
  • Proven leadership skills and ability to mentor engineers
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Experience with data storage technologies and processing frameworks
  • Understanding of distributed systems and software development principles

Benefits For Staff Engineer, Product Search and Ranking

401k
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package
  • 401(k) with company matching
  • Medical Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Maternity Leave
  • Paid Paternity Leave
  • Summer Fridays
  • Flexible PTO
  • Remote-first environment

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