Forward Deployed Engineer Lead in London

PMG is a global independent marketing services and technology company that seeks to inspire people and brands that anything is possible. Driven by shared success, PMG utilises business strategy and transformation, creative, media, and insights—as well as its proprietary operating system, Alli—to deliver cutting‑edge digital solutions and innovative media strategies. Our team comprises 1,000 employees globally, and our work for ambitious brands spans 85+ countries.

As a Lead Software Engineer at PMG, you’ll join a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration, creativity, and innovation. Our team develops Alli, a cloud‑based suite of AI‑powered tools that revolutionise digital marketing for some of the world’s most iconic brands. You’ll work across one of Alli’s key pillars—Actions, Data, or Insights—collaborating with cross‑functional teams to solve challenging problems and build scalable, AI‑driven solutions.

This is a place for builders and problem‑solvers who love to tackle the challenges of tomorrow. At PMG, your work won’t just live in a prototype—it will ship, making an immediate difference in the world of digital marketing.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading the design, development, and deployment of innovative, scalable features within the Alli suite of applications.
• Drafting and implementing architectural designs to produce reliable, complex, and highly scalable technical solutions.
• Working closely with Product Managers, Designers, and cross‑functional teams to integrate AI‑driven solutions that improve performance and drive business outcomes.
• Building scalable products that drive measurable results for our clients.
• Fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation by mentoring junior and mid‑level engineers and promoting development best practices.
• Conducting coding, debugging, testing, and troubleshooting across the application development lifecycle.
• Conducting code reviews and providing fellow backend engineers critical feedback to ensure high‑quality, maintainable code across Alli.
• Pioneering development in state‑of‑the‑art technologies that transform the marketing technology space.

What You Will Bring

• 5+ years of backend development experience, with a strong focus on building scalable, high‑performance systems, or a related field, with a bachelor’s or master’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years working with modern backend frameworks such as Django, Flask, or Express.js.
• Proven experience designing and integrating RESTful APIs and microservices architectures.
• Hands‑on experience working across all stages of software development, including requirements, design, coding, testing, implementation, and support.
• Experience mentoring and guiding engineers to achieve technical excellence.
• Proficiency in backend languages like Node.js, Python, or Go with a focus on clean and maintainable code.
• Advanced skills in working with databases such as PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis, or MySQL, including query optimization and schema design.
• Familiarity with AI technologies such as OpenAI, Bedrock, Vertex, and LangChain to explore and implement innovative backend solutions.
• Experience with version control tools like Git and CI/CD pipelines to automate testing and deployments.
• Knowledge of infrastructure‑as‑code tools such as Terraform or Ansible to manage infrastructure efficiently.
• Hands‑on experience with containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes for deploying and managing distributed systems.
• Strong expertise in monitoring tools such as Grafana, Prometheus, or ELK Stack for performance optimization and issue resolution.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to collaborate effectively across cross‑functional teams.
• A proactive, solution‑oriented mindset with a passion for creating reliable and impactful backend systems.
• Interest or familiarity with the digital marketing industry and its backend solutions.
• Experience working with large language models (LLMs) or AI‑driven backend tools.
• A commitment to curiosity and adaptability as a continual learner, staying at the forefront of media innovation while prioritising client success with a customer‑focused mindset that seeks opportunities to deliver meaningful value.
• A dedication to people‑focused leadership, fostering collaboration, innovation, and professional growth by leading by example and nurturing strong relationships that empower others to excel.

Experience With The Following Technologies

• Cloud platforms like AWS and GCP
• Docker and Terraform
• Databases and data warehouses: BigQuery, Snowflake, Postgres, Redis, MongoDB, Redshift
• AI technologies, including OpenAI, Bedrock, Vertex, and LangChain
• RESTful APIs and WebSocket
• Git/GitHub for version control

Nice To Have Qualifications

• Interest or familiarity working in the Digital Marketing industry
• AWS Solutions Architect – Professional certification
• Prior experience working with Large Language Models (LLMs)
• Familiarity with Infrastructure‑as‑Code tools like Terraform
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field

What We Offer

• Professional Development: Take advantage of our learning and development programmes, mentorship opportunities, and career advancement support.
• Generous Annual Leave: Benefit from our substantial holiday allowance to recharge and spend time with loved ones.
• Parental Leave: We provide parental leave to support your family during important life events.
• Pension Plan: Plan for your future with up to a competitive 5% contribution match.
• Healthcare: Our Cash Benefit Health Plan ensures coverage for everyday medical expenses and routine care.
• Lifestyle Spending Account: Enjoy 100% company‑funded accounts to promote healthy habits and well‑being.
• Commuter Spending Account: Receive company‑subsidised support for your travel to the office, making your commute more convenient and affordable.
• Annual Bonus: All employees are eligible for an annual bonus.
• Volunteering Opportunities: Receive 8 give‑back hours to volunteer in your local community.
• AI Enterprise License: Access AI Enterprise accounts and participate in weekly AI training sessions to empower and ensure AI safety.

What Sets Us Apart

Being part of PMG means joining a company culture that’s focused on outcomes not outputs. We're dedicated to working hard to serve our employees and clients, delivering value, results, and innovation—which often requires true grit and agility. We believe in taking care of ourselves and each other to continuously improve in every way. In alignment with our core values to be inclusive and always change for the better, PMG is committed to creating a more diverse and inclusive culture, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.