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The ideal candidate will enjoy designing, implementing, and scaling systems that process tens of thousands of high-value transactions a day, while also producing elegant and readable code. \nResponsibilities\nOwn the full software development lifecycle of implementing high-performance ad serving software.\nIntegrate our products with our partners.\nPerl code development in a Linux environment, on Amazon EC2, leveraging also S3, CloudFront and Route 53.\nWork as a member of the team, jumping in to help out and resolve routine issues.\nBe part of a team that maintains and supports our live MediaAlpha Exchange product.\nRequirements\n3+ years experience in software development.\nB.S. required, preferably in a technical discipline (e.g., computer science).\nDevelopment experience in Unix/Linux operating environments.\nExperience using web APIs.\nStrong software engineering core including software engineering methodologies and best practices.\nAbility to write elegant and readable code.\nOrganized and self motivated. 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But that's not all - as a valued member of our team, you will also have access to an array of top-notch benefits, including:\nAnnual bonus program and participation in our Restricted Stock Unit program\n100% Employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for you, your dependents, and spouse or registered domestic partner\n100% Employer paid long term disability, and life insurance\n401(k) retirement plan with matching contributions to help you plan for your future\nOpen Paid Time Off policy with a Brthday Hookie day off, 13 holiday, and 5 Recharge days\nProfessional development reimbursement along with a subscription to LinkedIn Learning \nCell Phone, Wellness, and Internet expense reimbursement, along with a subscription to the Calm App\n100% fully paid parental leave for team members up to 22 weeks for the primary caregiver and 12 weeks for the secondary caregiver \nDog-friendly offices (LA and AZ) along with a $300 pet adoption reimbursement \nDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion\nMediaAlpha is committed to fostering, cultivating, and maintaining a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. 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