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Programmatic Media Trader Jobs (NOW HIRING)

We provide next-generation creative and media services, enterprise solutions and data analytics ... The Programmatic Trader will join our in-House programmatic team, which is within the media team.

$135K - $152K/yr

Alteryx is seeking a Manager, Programmatic Media to head our programmatic advertising execution and ... Deep hands-on expertise with leading DSPs (e.g., The Trade Desk, DV360), ABM platforms (e.g ...

Alteryx is seeking a Manager, Programmatic Media to head our programmatic advertising execution and ... Deep hands-on expertise with leading DSPs (e.g., The Trade Desk, DV360), ABM platforms (e.g ...

Alteryx is seeking a Manager, Programmatic Media to head our programmatic advertising execution and ... Deep hands-on expertise with leading DSPs (e.g., The Trade Desk, DV360), ABM platforms (e.g ...

You are an expert when it comes to programmatic media and are proficient in at least one of the leading DSP platforms, including The Trade Desk, DV360, or Amazon DSP. You use your expertise to drive ...

Programmatic Trading Specialist

New York, NY · On-site

$100K - $125K/yr

Activate is an end to end solution that puts buyers in control of their media buying strategy ... programmatic media trading * Oversee quality of campaign set-up and ongoing performance against ...

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How much do programmatic media trader jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for programmatic media trader in the United States is $96,774.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,500.00 and $105,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a programmatic media trader?

A Programmatic Media Trader is a digital advertising specialist who uses automated software platforms to buy and manage online ad placements in real time. They analyze campaign performance data, optimize bidding strategies, and ensure that ads reach the right audience at the right time and cost. Programmatic Media Traders work with demand-side platforms (DSPs) and other ad tech tools to maximize return on investment for advertisers. Their expertise helps brands efficiently allocate advertising budgets and achieve specific marketing goals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a programmatic media trader?

To thrive as a Programmatic Media Trader, you need a strong grasp of digital marketing principles, data analysis, and a relevant degree in marketing, business, or a related field. Familiarity with demand-side platforms (DSPs), ad servers, analytics tools, and relevant certifications like Google Ads or The Trade Desk Edge Academy is typical. Exceptional attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are key soft skills for optimizing campaigns and collaborating with clients or teams. These skills are critical for efficiently managing ad spend, ensuring campaign success, and maximizing return on investment in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

What are some common challenges faced by programmatic media traders when optimizing campaigns, and how can they be addressed?

Programmatic Media Traders often encounter challenges such as managing budget pacing, balancing campaign performance across multiple platforms, and ensuring data accuracy. Rapid changes in bidding environments and evolving algorithms can make it difficult to achieve consistent results. To address these challenges, traders typically leverage robust analytics tools, maintain clear communication with clients and creative teams, and frequently test and adjust targeting strategies. Staying up to date with industry trends and maintaining strong relationships with technology partners also helps in overcoming campaign obstacles.

What is the difference between Programmatic Media Trader vs Programmatic Media Buyer?

AspectProgrammatic Media TraderProgrammatic Media Buyer
CredentialsRelevant certifications (e.g., IAB certifications), digital marketing experienceSimilar certifications, digital marketing background
Work EnvironmentAgency or in-house digital advertising teams, trading desksAdvertising agencies, media companies, in-house marketing teams
ResponsibilitiesExecuting programmatic ad campaigns, optimizing real-time bids, managing trading platformsPlanning and purchasing digital ad space, negotiating media buys, campaign strategy

While both roles involve digital advertising and programmatic platforms, Programmatic Media Traders focus on executing and optimizing real-time bidding strategies, whereas Programmatic Media Buyers primarily plan and purchase ad space. Traders often work closely with data and technology teams to fine-tune campaigns, while Buyers handle overall media planning and negotiations.

What states have the most Programmatic Media Trader jobs?

States with the most job openings for Programmatic Media Trader jobs include:

What are popular job titles related to Programmatic Media Trader jobs?

For Programmatic Media Trader jobs, the most frequently searched job titles are:

Infographic showing various Programmatic Media Trader job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 72% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,774 per year, or $46.5 per hour.

Programmatic Trader

Chicago, IL • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 7 days ago


Job description

Company Description

EVERSANA INTOUCH® is a global, full-service marketing agency network serving the life sciences industry, and is the first – and only – agency network to be part of a fully integrated commercialization platform through EVERSANA®. We provide next-generation creative and media services, enterprise solutions and data analytics services for clients. 

We get fired up when people talk about getting—and staying—healthy. That’s where we find our inspiration: in the very human experiences of patients, doctors, and even each other. Then, we collaborate on ways to make caring for one’s health more achievable, connecting patients and physicians with the information and tools they need. 

We embrace diversity in backgrounds and experiences. Improving patient lives around the world is a priority, and we need people from all backgrounds and swaths of life to help build the future of the healthcare and the life sciences industry. We believe our people make all the difference in cultivating an inclusive culture that embraces our cultural beliefs.  

Job Description

WHAT DOES A PROGRAMMATIC TRADER DO?

The Programmatic Trader will join our in-House programmatic team, which is within the media team. We are seeking a results-driven and detail-oriented individual who has prior experience launching, managing and optimizing campaigns using demand-side platforms to deliver positive outcomes for our clients. This person enjoys working within various platforms day-to-day and the nitty gritty details that make up a programmatic campaign. The trader must be numbers-oriented, analytical, an excel-guru and a self-starter. This person will also work with other internal teams such as Media Planning and Analytics to analyze, understand and implement campaign requirements and optimizations.

The Programmatic Trader's primary role is to operate in-platform, executing campaigns that have been planned in partnership with the Programmatic Supervisor or other Programmatic leader. The Programmatic Trader is responsible for executing, managing and optimizing that work through the project lifecycle with varying input from the senior programmatic team.

Prior experience must include working within a DSP in a self-service manner for a minimum of one year.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

  • Meet client objectives while implementing and managing programmatic campaigns within agency trading desk  
  • Monitor and analyze campaign expectations on performance, brand safety and viewability, to ensure the proper/agreed upon standards are met  
  • Manage campaign calendar, assets, screenshots, billing tracker, all pre/post launch processes  
  • Data analysis and optimization; keep optimization log and date of all optimizations made  
  • Provide performance snapshots and pacing on a weekly basis  
  • Contribute to analytics reporting with optimizations made, additional insights and the context of those insights  
  • Is able to identify and diagnose issues quickly and then escalate those issues to the proper internal stakeholder before they become major problems  
  • Maintain strong vendor and cross-agency partner relationships  
  • Demonstrate confidence and actively participate in internal and external meetings  
  • Contributor to tactical media planning, including forecasting and estimation, in order to build programmatic media recommendations  
  • Responsible for contributing to proposals, providing guidance on insertion order and launch docs  
  • Has the ability to identify new opportunities for media that don't already exist  
  • Is able to stay abreast of new and emerging technologies, trends and practices/consistently meeting with vendors  
  • Is proactive with suggestions to improve the media/programmatic process  
  • Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias.   
  • All other duties as assigned  
Qualifications

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent education plus professional experience preferred
  • At least 1 year of experience working in a DSP in a self-service manner mandatory, 2-3+ years of experience preferred
  • Deep understanding of relationship between DSP and other platforms (including ad server)  
  • Proficient in demand-side platforms  
  • Able to properly set up all components of a campaign with DSP  
  • Budget management  
  • Campaign optimization  
  • Understand creative testing and implementation/ rotation  
  • Data analysis  
  • Proficient in data platforms or working with data vendors  
  • Proficient in 3rd party verification tools (i.e. DoubleVerify,IAS)  
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office properties for day-to-day operational projects and client presentations  
  • Strong Excel skills (including pivot tables, formulas, etc.)  

Additional Information

OUR CULTURAL BELIEFS:

Patient Minded I act with the patient’s best interest in mind. 

Client Delight I own every client experience and its impact on results. 

Take Action I am empowered and empower others to act now. 

Grow Talent I own my development and invest in the development of others.  

Win Together I passionately connect with anyone, anywhere, anytime to achieve results. 

Communication Matters I speak up to create transparent, thoughtful and timely dialogue. 

Embrace Diversity I create an environment of awareness and respect. 

Always Innovate I am bold and creative in everything I do.

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EVERSANA is committed to providing competitive salaries and benefits for all employees. If this job posting includes a base salary range, it represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position and is not applicable to locations outside of the U.S.  Compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, other job-related qualifications/skills, and geographic location (to account for comparative cost of living). This role is eligible for hire in select U.S. locations based on business and operational considerations. For a full list of locations, visit eversana.com/careers. More information about EVERSANA’s benefits package can be found at eversana.com/careers. EVERSANA reserves the right to modify this base salary range and benefits at any time. 

From EVERSANA’s inception, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion have always been key to our success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences, and backgrounds who share a passion for improving the lives of patients and leading innovation within the healthcare industry. Diversity not only includes race and gender identity, but also age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and many other parts of one’s identity. All of our employees’ points of view are key to our success, and inclusion is everyone's responsibility.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, it is the policy of EVERSANA to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or candidate with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for EVERSANA. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodations applies to all aspects of the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview and hiring process, please contact us at applicantsupport@eversana.com.

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