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Senior/Staff Machine Learning Engineer

@ StackAdapt

British Columbia · Calgary, AB · Toronto, ON

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Overview

StackAdapt is hiring Senior and Staff Machine Learning Engineers for its Data Science team, building real-time data pipelines and ad optimization models for its programmatic advertising platform. The role is remote-first across Canada, with a base salary of $170,400 to $234,300 CAD and a benefits package.

Responsibilities:

  • Design modular, scalable real-time data pipelines for huge datasets
  • Suggest and implement architectural improvements for big data ML pipelines
  • Implement custom ML algorithms in a low-latency environment
  • Build microservices running training, inference and monitoring on thousands of models

Requirements summary:

  • Ability to break ambiguous tasks into actionable steps
  • Deep understanding of algorithm and software design, concurrency and data structures
  • Experience implementing probabilistic or machine learning algorithms
  • Experience designing scalable distributed systems
  • High GPA from a respected CS program or equivalent competitive tech experience

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Benefits mentioned

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Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2025-09-05
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-11-02

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Job details

SenioritySenior
DepartmentSoftware development
Work settingHome
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
EducationBachelor’s degree (preferred)
Fields of studyComputer Science
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Generous parental leave, Retirement plan, Wellness, Paid training

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StackAdapt

Funding & investors

Reported funding round: Growth capital

Investor named in the round: Teachers’ Venture Growth, Intrepid Growth Partners

Announcement date: · Source checked: 2026-11-02

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The leading technology company that empowers marketers to reach, engage, and convert audiences with precision.

Full company description

StackAdapt is the leading technology company that empowers marketers to reach, engage, and convert audiences with precision. With 465 billion automated optimizations per second, the AI-powered StackAdapt Marketing Platform seamlessly connects brand and performance marketing to drive measurable results across the entire customer journey. The most forward-thinking marketers choose StackAdapt to orchestrate high-impact campaigns across programmatic advertising and marketing channels. Our state-of-the-art platform is where some of the most progressive work in machine learning meets cutting-edge user experience. StackAdapt is designed around the three core pillars of programmatic—planning, executing and analyzing. StackAdapt is ranked as the number 1 DSP on G2. For six consecutive years with over hundreds of reviews, StackAdapt has been recognized as a high performer and the highest-ranking DSP in customer satisfaction by G2. StackAdapt was also recognized as an Enterprise Fast 15 winner as part of the Technology Fast 50™ program in 2024 and is one of Ad Age’s Best Places to Work in 2024. Learn more about StackAdapt here: www.stackadapt.com. And if you're looking for a change, we'd love to have you on our team—check out our open roles by visiting: www.stackadapt.com/careers. StackAdapt is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. We have teams and client support across North America, EMEA, APAC, and LATAM.

LinkedIn followers
69,170
People associated on LinkedIn
1,552
Reported office locations
  • 100 University Avenue, Floor 5, Toronto, ON M5J 1V6 , CA
Business categories
  • Ad Targeting
  • Advertising Platforms
  • Digital Marketing
  • Marketing
  • Mobile Advertising
  • Advertising
  • Ad Retargeting
  • Machine Learning
  • Video Advertising
Other recorded names
  • StackAdapt
Specialties
  • Advertising
  • Native Ads
  • Display Ads
  • Audio Ads
  • Connected TV Ads
  • Programmatic Advertising
  • Demand-side Platform
  • Digital Advertising
  • Cross-Channel Advertising
  • Marketing Platform
  • and Email Marketing
Profile identifies a recruitment agency
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Reported total investment
536,611,643

Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.

StackAdapt is the leading technology company that empowers marketers to reach, engage, and convert audiences with precision. With 465 billion automated optimizations per second, the AI-powered StackAdapt Marketing Platform seamlessly connects brand and performance marketing to drive measurable results across the entire customer journey. The most forward-thinking marketers choose StackAdapt to orchestrate…

FieldValue
IndustryTechnology, Information and Internet
Company size1,001-5,000 employees
HeadquartersToronto, ON
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded2014
SpecialtiesAdvertisingNative AdsDisplay AdsAudio AdsConnected TV AdsProgrammatic AdvertisingDemand-side PlatformDigital AdvertisingCross-Channel AdvertisingMarketing Platform
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Job description

StackAdapt is the leading technology company that empowers marketers to reach, engage, and convert audiences with precision. With 465 billion automated optimizations per second, the AI-powered StackAdapt Marketing Platform seamlessly connects brand and performance marketing to drive measurable results across the entire customer journey. The most forward-thinking marketers choose StackAdapt to orchestrate high-impact campaigns across programmatic advertising and marketing channels.

We're looking to add Senior and Staff Machine Learning Engineers to our Data Science team! This team works on solving complex problems for StackAdapt's digital advertising platform. You'll be working directly with our Data Scientists, Machine Learning engineers, Engineering teams, and our CTO/Co-Founder on building pipelines and ad optimization models. With databases that process millions of requests per second, there's no shortage of data and problems to tackle.

Want to learn more about our Data Science Team: https://alldus.com/ie/blog/podcasts/aiinaction-ned-dimitrov-stackadapt/

Learn more about our team culture here: https://www.stackadapt.com/careers/data-science

Watch our talk at Amazon Tech Talks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lRqu-a4gPuU

StackAdapt is a Remote First company, and we are open to candidates located anywhere in Canada for this position.

What you'll be doing:

  • Design modular and scalable real time data pipelines to handle huge datasets
  • Suggest, implement, and coordinate architectural improvements for big data ML pipelines
  • Understand and implement custom ML algorithms in a low latency environment
  • Work on microservice architectures that run training, inference, and monitoring on thousands of ML models concurrently

What you'll bring to the table:

  • Have the ability to take an ambiguously defined task, and break it down into actionable steps
  • Ability to follow through complex projects to completion, both by independent implementation and by coordinating others
  • Have deep understanding of algorithm and software design, concurrency, and data structures
  • Experience in implementing probabilistic or machine learning algorithms
  • Experience in designing scalable distributed systems
  • A high GPA from a well-respected Computer Science program or equivalent experience in a competitive, innovative, tech company
  • Enjoy working in a friendly, collaborative environment with others

The compensation range listed for this role reflects the expected base salary for candidates located in the posting country based on a global rate. It is informed by market data and the approved budget for this position. StackAdapt maintains different compensation ranges for roles across other countries and regions, and final offers will be aligned to the candidate’s current location. We do not ask candidates about current or prior salary history, and we will not use such information, if volunteered, in setting an offer.

This range represents base salary only. Depending on the role, candidates may also be eligible for additional compensation such as annual bonuses, commissions, equity awards, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Factors Influencing Final Compensation:

  • The final compensation offer will be determined by a variety of factors, which may include, but are not limited to: the candidate's specific experience, technical skills, knowledge, abilities, and relevant education, licensure, and certifications.
  • Other business factors, such as organizational needs and budget alignment, may also be considered in the final offer.

Base Salary Band

$170,400—$234,300 CAD

StackAdapter's Enjoy:

  • Highly competitive salary
  • Retirement/ 401K/ Pension Savings globally
  • Competitive Paid time off packages including birthday's off!
  • Access to a comprehensive mental health care program
  • Health benefits from day one of employment
  • Work from home reimbursements
  • Optional global WeWork membership for those who want a change from their home office and hubs in London and Toronto
  • Robust training and onboarding program
  • Coverage and support of personal development initiatives (conferences, courses, books etc)
  • Access to StackAdapt programmatic courses and certifications to support continuous learning
  • An awesome parental leave program
  • A friendly, welcoming, and supportive culture
  • Our social and team events!

Please note: Benefits and perks may vary depending on your country of employment and the nature of your engagement. In locations where StackAdapt does not have a legal entity, employment and benefits are administered in accordance with local regulations and partner policies.

StackAdapt is a diverse and inclusive team of collaborative, hardworking individuals trying to make a dent in the universe. No matter who you are, where you are from, who you love, follow in faith, disability, superpower status, ethnicity, or the gender you identify with (if you’re comfortable, let us know your pronouns), you are welcome at StackAdapt.

StackAdapt is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require an accommodation, please let us know.

We use artificial intelligence (AI) to streamline the resume reviews of candidates and assess their fit based on the criteria outlined in the job posting. We do not use AI to make any final hiring or interview decisions.

About StackAdapt

We've been recognized for our diverse and supportive workplace, high performing campaigns, award-winning customer service, and innovation. We've been awarded:

G2 Top Software for 2026
2026 Best Workplaces™ for Young Talent and in Canada by Great Place to Work®
#1 DSP on G2 and leader in a number of categories including Cross-Channel Advertising

2026 Winner in the (CTV/OTT) Product/Platform category for the 2026 ADWEEK Tech Stack Awards

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