Sr Software Engineer, AI

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. The Agent Engineering team at Basis Technologies builds and scales intelligent systems that power our programmatic advertising platform. We work closely with Data Science, Product, and Platform teams to deliver LLM-powered automation, media planning intelligence, optimization, and analytics across the media buying lifecycle. 

Our mission is to build production-grade agentic systems that drive measurable impact and redefine what's possible in programmatic advertising. 

WAYS YOU'LL CONTRIBUTE  

As a Senior Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of building agent systems that transform how media professionals plan and execute campaigns. You will balance rapid prototyping with production-quality delivery to ship solutions that customers love. To be successful, you will contribute by: 

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.

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.  

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.

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