Manager, Software Engineering

Who We Are
At Basis, we empower agencies and brands with cutting-edge software that automates digital media operations. Our all-in-one platform supports seamless planning, reporting, and financial reconciliation across direct, programmatic, search, and social media.

We're not just building advanced technology; we're also building a culture where passionate, motivated individuals come together to drive meaningful change. Our commitment to inclusivity and growth ensures our employees thrive both professionally and personally.

With our headquarters in Chicago, we offer flexible work options across the U.S. and Canada, including remote, hybrid, or on-site at headquarters.

About The Team
Technology is at the core of what we do. Basis Technologies' innovative Engineering team designs and develops new features and integrations for Basis, our industry-leading, comprehensive software solution. Our platform processes over 300 billion events per day and uses AI and machine learning to automate and simplify the entire digital campaign process.

This team is all about data—and in order to create value from the massive amount of data we collect, engineering leverages their dynamic Data Engineering, Data Science, and Business Intelligence teams to create insights that benefit the industry as a whole.

WAYS YOU'LL CONTRIBUTE

This team is all about data—and in order to create value from the massive amount of data we collect, engineering leverages their dynamic Data Engineering, Data Science, and Business Intelligence teams to create insights that benefit the industry as a whole. You will also contribute by:

What You Bring To The Table

• Min 8 years of experience or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, etc
• 2 years of management experience
• Commitment to creating inclusive, respectful environments where all voices are valued and supported
• Thoughtful approach to collaboration, design, and decision-making that prioritizes equity, access, and continuous learning

BONUS POINTS

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field
• Experience with entire development cycle of projects in a fast-paced workplace
• Excited by a fast-paced product development environment
• Ad-tech or Fin-tech experience

OUR TECH STACK

• Ruby, Java, Python, and
• Kubernetes, Docker, Kafka
• PostgreSQL, NoSQL
• AWS

Integrity in Hiring

At Basis, integrity is at the core of how we hire. To protect our candidates and our company, we verify identity, education, and employment history for all hires. Some roles may also require onsite or in-person interviews as part of the process. Any misrepresentation of identity, experience, or skills may result in removal from the hiring process or termination of employment. We value transparency and authenticity and expect the same from every applicant.

Anything Else?
Don't have every skill listed? No problem We know experience can be built in many ways. If you have relevant skills that aren't reflected in your resume, we encourage you to share them in an optional cover letter.

Life with Basis
We're committed to our people's growth and well-being because our success is tied to theirs. That's why we've earned recognition as a top workplace, including: Ad Age, #1 Best Places to Work 2025, WorkLife's #1 Most Committed to Work Life Balance, and the Chicago Tribune's Top Workplaces in Chicago. We offer competitive perks, including a flexible work week, 401k/RRSP matching, mental health support, paid sabbaticals, generous parental leave, flexible work options, and more.

Basis is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate all team members regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race or cultural background, religion, disability, age, and beyond.

If you need assistance with interview accessibility, please contact Your privacy is important to us, view our policy here.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.