AdTech Software Engineering Manager - (Chicago - Hybrid) - FreeWheel

AdTech Software Engineering Manager at FreeWheel (Chicago – Hybrid) leads an engineering team in designing, building, and supporting a high-volume video advertising platform. The role emphasizes technical leadership across the software development lifecycle, collaboration with project stakeholders, architectural decision-making, and hands-on guidance to deliver scalable, reliable systems. Key technical expectations include proficiency with C/C++, DB design, network programming, distributed systems, and experience overseeing 5–8 engineers. The position values experience with large-system software design, SDLC/Agile methodologies, and the ability to work with global teams; a Bachelor’s degree or higher is preferred. The team sits within FreeWheel’s New York Engineering Hub as part of Comcast’s broader advertising technology ecosystem.