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Attain

Assistant General Counsel

Chicago, IL · On-site

... adtech business, including data licenses, MSAs, DPAs, and SOWs and order forms with agencies, platforms, publishers, and retail media networks * Embed with product, engineering, and growth teams ...

Attain

VP of Data Science

Chicago, IL · On-site

This role reports into the SVP of Engineering and sits at the intersection of methodology, product ... You've built your career in AdTech/MarTech, and have personally owned methodology in front of both ...

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Attain

Assistant General Counsel

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

... adtech business, including data licenses, MSAs, DPAs, and SOWs and order forms with agencies, platforms, publishers, and retail media networks * Embed with product, engineering, and growth teams ...

Citi

Citi Commerce, Product Lead

Schaumburg, IL · On-site

$124K - $164K/yr

... party AdTech and MarTech integrations at a working level, and navigate the governance and ... engineering-ready documentation that technology teams can build against Serve as the primary ...

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Socket.dev

Assistant General Counsel

Chicago, IL · On-site

$120 - $210/hr

... adtech business, including data licenses, MSAs, DPAs, and SOWs and order forms with agencies, platforms, publishers, and retail media networks * Embed with product, engineering, and growth teams ...

Epsilon

Lead Data Engineer

Chicago, IL

$118K - $141K/yr

We are a small, high-impact team of engineers operating at massive scale-trillions of user events ... Experience in the AdTech/MarTech space, specifically programmatic advertising, identity resolution ...

Adlook

Client Development Associate

Chicago, IL

Performance Engineering: Collaborate with Technical Account Managers to troubleshoot integrations ... AdTech Experience: Proficiency in leading DSPs. You are comfortable with technical troubleshooting ...

Adlook

Client Development Associate

Chicago, IL

Performance Engineering: Collaborate with Technical Account Managers to troubleshoot integrations ... AdTech Experience: Proficiency in leading DSPs. You are comfortable with technical troubleshooting ...

Adlook

Client Development Associate

Chicago, IL · On-site

Performance engineering: Collaborate with Technical Account Managers to troubleshoot integrations ... AdTech experience: Proficiency in leading DSPs. You are comfortable with technical troubleshooting ...

Adlook

Client Development Associate

Chicago, IL · On-site

Performance Engineering: Collaborate with Technical Account Managers to troubleshoot integrations ... AdTech Experience: Proficiency in leading DSPs. You are comfortable with technical troubleshooting ...

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How much do adtech engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for adtech engineer in Plainfield, IL is $93,373.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,000.00 and $113,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an adtech engineer?

Adtech Engineers are technology professionals who design, develop, and maintain software systems used in the digital advertising industry. They work on platforms that enable the buying, selling, targeting, and analysis of online ads, such as ad servers, real-time bidding systems, and data management platforms. Their role often involves integrating advertising technologies, optimizing ad delivery, and ensuring compliance with privacy regulations. Adtech Engineers collaborate with product managers, data scientists, and marketers to deliver effective advertising solutions.

What are some common challenges an adtech engineer faces when integrating new advertising technologies with existing platforms?

Adtech Engineers often encounter challenges when integrating new advertising technologies, such as ensuring compatibility with legacy systems, maintaining data privacy compliance, and minimizing disruption to current ad delivery pipelines. Balancing rapid implementation with thorough testing can be complex, especially given the fast-paced evolution of ad tech standards and third-party tools. Successful engineers proactively collaborate with product managers, data teams, and external vendors to troubleshoot issues and develop scalable solutions that support the organization's advertising objectives.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an adtech engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Adtech Engineer, you need a solid background in computer science, programming (especially JavaScript, Python, or Java), and a clear understanding of digital advertising technologies and protocols. Familiarity with ad servers, programmatic platforms (like Google Ad Manager or The Trade Desk), SDKs, APIs, and industry certifications such as IAB Digital Ad Operations are highly valued. Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills help you navigate complex integrations and work effectively with product, sales, and analytics teams. These skills are essential to optimize ad delivery, ensure technical compliance, and drive successful advertising outcomes in a rapidly evolving ecosystem.

What is the difference between Adtech Engineer vs Data Engineer?

AspectAdtech EngineerData Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's in Computer Science, relevant certifications in ad tech or digital marketingBachelor's in Computer Science, certifications in data management or cloud platforms
Work EnvironmentDigital advertising agencies, ad tech companies, marketing teamsData-driven companies, tech firms, analytics teams
Industry UsageUsed in digital advertising, programmatic ad platforms, marketing techUsed in data infrastructure, big data processing, analytics pipelines

Adtech Engineers focus on developing and maintaining advertising technology platforms, while Data Engineers build and manage data pipelines and infrastructure. Both roles require technical skills but serve different functions within digital marketing and data management environments.

What cities near Plainfield, IL are hiring for Adtech Engineer jobs?

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Distinguished Data Engineer (Marketing Technology)

Chicago, IL • On-site

Capital One
Funds, Trusts and Financial Programs • 10K+ employees

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$118K - $141K/yr

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Job description

Distinguished Data Engineer (Marketing Technology)

Distinguished Data Engineers are individual contributors who strive to be diverse in thought so we visualize the problem space. At Capital One, we believe diversity of thought strengthens our ability to influence, collaborate and provide the most innovative solutions across organizational boundaries. Distinguished Engineers will significantly impact our trajectory and devise clear roadmaps to deliver next generation technology solutions.

As a Director of Software Engineering within our AdTech organization, you will lead the technical strategy and architectural evolution of the platforms that power our most critical customer acquisition engines. This role is at the forefront of how we connect with millions of customers, overseeing the frameworks that drive high-volume conversions and support large-scale, multi-channel marketing initiatives.

You will be responsible for expanding our AdTech destination strategy, scaling proven capabilities from our core credit card business to broader lines of business, including Bank and Auto Finance. Your work will ensure our marketing technology is unified, resilient, and prepared for the next generation of growth.


  • Deep technical experts and thought leaders that help accelerate adoption of the very best engineering practices, while maintaining knowledge on industry innovations, trends and practices

  • Visionaries, collaborating on Capital One's toughest issues, to deliver on business needs that directly impact the lives of our customers and associates

  • Role models and mentors, helping to coach and strengthen the technical expertise and know-how of our engineering and product community

  • Evangelists, both internally and externally, helping to elevate the Distinguished Engineering community and establish themselves as a go-to resource on given technologies and technology-enabled capabilities

Responsibilities:

  • Build awareness, increase knowledge and drive adoption of modern technologies, sharing consumer and engineering benefits to gain buy-in

  • Strike the right balance between lending expertise and providing an inclusive environment where others' ideas can be heard and championed; leverage expertise to grow skills in the broader Capital One team

  • Promote a culture of engineering excellence, using opportunities to reuse and innersource solutions where possible

  • Effectively communicate with and influence key stakeholders across the enterprise, at all levels of the organization

  • Operate as a trusted advisor for a specific technology, platform or capability domain, helping to shape use cases and implementation in an unified manner

  • Lead the way in creating next-generation talent for Tech, mentoring internal talent and actively recruiting external talent to bolster Capital One's Tech talent

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree

  • At least 7 years of experience in data engineering

  • At least 3 years of experience in data architecture

  • At least 2 years of experience building applications in AWS

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Masters' Degree

  • 9+ years of experience in data engineering

  • 3+ years of data modeling experience

  • 2+ years of experience with ontology standards for defining a domain

  • 2+ years of experience using Python, SQL or Scala

  • 1+ year of experience deploying machine learning models

  • 3+ years of experience implementing big data processing solutions on AWS

Capital One will consider sponsoring a new qualified applicant for employment authorization for this position

The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.

Chicago, IL: $244,700 - $279,200 for Distinguished Data Engineer


McLean, VA: $269,100 - $307,200 for Distinguished Data Engineer


New York, NY: $293,600 - $335,100 for Distinguished Data Engineer


Richmond, VA: $244,700 - $279,200 for Distinguished Data Engineer








Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate's offer letter.

This role is also eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). Incentives could be discretionary or non discretionary depending on the plan.

Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at theCapital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level.

This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/vet) committed to non-discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Capital One promotes a drug-free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23-A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901-4920; New York City's Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries.

If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1-800-304-9102 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@capitalone.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Careers@capitalone.com

Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site.

Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC).

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