R&D Team Leader, Algorithms

About the role

Taboola is seeking a technical leader to manage a group of engineers focused on algorithmic development. You will guide the design and implementation of complex systems that process massive data sets to improve recommendation accuracy.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Lead a team of algorithmic engineers in developing and deploying high-scale software solutions.
• Oversee the full lifecycle of algorithm development from initial research to production integration.
• Mentor team members to improve their technical skills and professional growth.
• Collaborate with product and engineering stakeholders to define technical roadmaps.
• Maintain high standards for code quality and system performance.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a technical leadership or management role within an R&D environment.
• Strong background in algorithm development and data-driven system design.
• Proficiency in programming languages commonly used for high-scale backend systems.
• Ability to bridge the gap between complex research concepts and practical business applications.

Nice to have

• Experience working with large-scale distributed systems or machine learning infrastructure.
• Familiarity with the ad-tech industry or recommendation engine architecture.

Skills & tools

• Algorithmic design
• Engineering management
• System architecture
• Data processing

Practical notes

Taboola is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business requirements.