The Trade Desk is a global technology company and the world's leading independent platform for digital advertising, with nearly 4,000 employees across more than 30 offices. Our technology helps ...
The Trade Desk is a global technology company and the world's leading independent platform for digital advertising, with nearly 4,000 employees across more than 30 offices. Our technology helps ...
The Trading Team works with Account Management and Business Development to provide strategic recommendations to retain clients and grow their business. The main responsibilities of a Trading ...
The Trading Team works with Account Management and Business Development to provide strategic recommendations to retain clients and grow their business. The main responsibilities of a Trading ...
Build trusted relationships with programmatic, trading, strategy, and analytics stakeholders within HoldCo organizations * Lead business reviews focused on adoption, delivery, performance insights ...
Build trusted relationships with programmatic, trading, strategy, and analytics stakeholders within HoldCo organizations * Lead business reviews focused on adoption, delivery, performance insights ...
What we do The Trading Team works with Account Management and Business Development to provide strategic recommendations to retain clients and grow their business. The main responsibilities of a ...
What we do The Trading Team works with Account Management and Business Development to provide strategic recommendations to retain clients and grow their business. The main responsibilities of a ...
In this customer-facing role, you will work closely with programmatic traders at agencies/advertisers, as well as Amazon Ads internal sales, product, and support teams to address customer needs. A ...
In this customer-facing role, you will work closely with programmatic traders at agencies/advertisers, as well as Amazon Ads internal sales, product, and support teams to address customer needs. A ...
Programmatic Strategist, Cross Platform
New York, NY ยท On-site
$132K - $171K/yr
This role combines hands-on programmatic trading with client-facing DSP expertise. You will spend your time moving between diagnosing a deal in DV360, coaching a client trader on how to configure The ...
Programmatic Strategist, Cross Platform
New York, NY ยท On-site
$132K - $171K/yr
This role combines hands-on programmatic trading with client-facing DSP expertise. You will spend your time moving between diagnosing a deal in DV360, coaching a client trader on how to configure The ...
Build trusted relationships with programmatic, trading, strategy, and analytics stakeholders within HoldCo organizations * Lead business reviews focused on adoption, delivery, performance insights ...
Build trusted relationships with programmatic, trading, strategy, and analytics stakeholders within HoldCo organizations * Lead business reviews focused on adoption, delivery, performance insights ...
Build trusted relationships with programmatic, trading, strategy, and analytics stakeholders within HoldCo organizations * Lead business reviews focused on adoption, delivery, performance insights ...
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Build trusted relationships with programmatic, trading, strategy, and analytics stakeholders within HoldCo organizations * Lead business reviews focused on adoption, delivery, performance insights ...
In this customer-facing role, you will work closely with programmatic traders at agencies/advertisers, as well as Amazon Ads internal sales, product, and support teams to address customer needs. A ...
In this customer-facing role, you will work closely with programmatic traders at agencies/advertisers, as well as Amazon Ads internal sales, product, and support teams to address customer needs. A ...
Trader Manager
New York, NY ยท On-site
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING The Trader Manager will be responsible for managing a team of programmatic traders, delivering high levels of campaign performance and client excellence. This person will work ...
Trader Manager
New York, NY ยท On-site
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING The Trader Manager will be responsible for managing a team of programmatic traders, delivering high levels of campaign performance and client excellence. This person will work ...
Sales Director, Programmatic
New York, NY ยท On-site
... programmatic ... trading and digital investment level up to senior executives, and translating OUTFRONT ...
Sales Director, Programmatic
New York, NY ยท On-site
... programmatic ... trading and digital investment level up to senior executives, and translating OUTFRONT ...
Sales Director, Programmatic
New York, NY ยท On-site
... programmatic ... trading and digital investment level up to senior executives, and translating OUTFRONT ...
Sales Director, Programmatic
New York, NY ยท On-site
... programmatic ... trading and digital investment level up to senior executives, and translating OUTFRONT ...
Sales Director, Programmatic
New York, NY ยท On-site
... programmatic ... trading and digital investment level up to senior executives, and translating OUTFRONT ...
Sales Director, Programmatic
New York, NY ยท On-site
... programmatic ... trading and digital investment level up to senior executives, and translating OUTFRONT ...
Senior Programmatic Solutions Consultant, Amazon Ads, Sales, Advertising, & Account Management
New York, NY ยท On-site
In this customer-facing role, you will work closely with programmatic traders at agencies/advertisers, as well as Amazon Ads internal sales, product, and support teams to address customer needs. A ...
Senior Programmatic Solutions Consultant, Amazon Ads, Sales, Advertising, & Account Management
New York, NY ยท On-site
In this customer-facing role, you will work closely with programmatic traders at agencies/advertisers, as well as Amazon Ads internal sales, product, and support teams to address customer needs. A ...
Summary The Programmatic Specialist is a hands-on trader and the day-to-day owner of campaign execution across Coegi's programmatic book of business. You will build, traffic, QA, and optimize ...
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Summary The Programmatic Specialist is a hands-on trader and the day-to-day owner of campaign execution across Coegi's programmatic book of business. You will build, traffic, QA, and optimize ...
Summary The Programmatic Specialist is a hands-on trader and the day-to-day owner of campaign execution across Coegi's programmatic book of business. You will build, traffic, QA, and optimize ...
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Summary The Programmatic Specialist is a hands-on trader and the day-to-day owner of campaign execution across Coegi's programmatic book of business. You will build, traffic, QA, and optimize ...
Senior Programmatic Specialist
Dallas, TX ยท Hybrid
Summary The Programmatic Specialist is a hands-on trader and the day-to-day owner of campaign execution across Coegi's programmatic book of business. You will build, traffic, QA, and optimize ...
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Senior Programmatic Specialist
Dallas, TX ยท Hybrid
Summary The Programmatic Specialist is a hands-on trader and the day-to-day owner of campaign execution across Coegi's programmatic book of business. You will build, traffic, QA, and optimize ...
Summary The Programmatic Specialist is a hands-on trader and the day-to-day owner of campaign execution across Coegi's programmatic book of business. You will build, traffic, QA, and optimize ...
Quick apply
Summary The Programmatic Specialist is a hands-on trader and the day-to-day owner of campaign execution across Coegi's programmatic book of business. You will build, traffic, QA, and optimize ...
Summary The Programmatic Specialist is a hands-on trader and the day-to-day owner of campaign execution across Coegi's programmatic book of business. You will build, traffic, QA, and optimize ...
Quick apply
Summary The Programmatic Specialist is a hands-on trader and the day-to-day owner of campaign execution across Coegi's programmatic book of business. You will build, traffic, QA, and optimize ...
Associate Trader
Washington, DC ยท On-site
$17.75 - $23.75/hr
Our Programmatic expertise is driven by our trading team. We're looking for a trader to join our growing trading team in one of our fastest growing global regions. You'll have the opportunity to work ...
Associate Trader
Washington, DC ยท On-site
$17.75 - $23.75/hr
Our Programmatic expertise is driven by our trading team. We're looking for a trader to join our growing trading team in one of our fastest growing global regions. You'll have the opportunity to work ...
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What Does a Programmatic Trader Do?
As a programmatic trader, your job is to help optimize a marketing campaign by conducting an analysis of ad performance across various platforms. In this role, you perform analysis to decide when and where to display online ads. You may also help manage an advertising budget and interact directly with people at various levels of the company. Aside from managing ad purchases, a programmatic trader may help develop realistic expectations about ad performance while looking for ways to improve the overall effectiveness of ad buys. A programmatic trader often helps select target audiences for each campaign.
What is the difference between Programmatic Trader vs Digital Media Buyer?
| Aspect | Programmatic Trader | Digital Media Buyer |
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| Credentials | Relevant marketing, advertising, or data analysis experience; certifications like IAB or Google Ads | Similar credentials; often holds certifications in digital advertising platforms |
| Work Environment | Data-driven, real-time bidding platforms, programmatic ad exchanges | Ad campaign planning, negotiations, direct media placements |
| Industry Usage | Primarily in digital advertising agencies, media firms, and tech companies | Used across advertising agencies, brands, and media outlets |
Programmatic Traders focus on automated, data-driven ad buying through technology platforms, while Digital Media Buyers often handle manual negotiations and direct placements. Both roles require digital advertising knowledge, but Programmatic Traders specialize in real-time bidding and automation, making their skills more tech-centric.
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Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 23 days ago
Job description
Advertising powers the content people love. By making it more transparent, effective, and responsible, we help support trusted journalism, quality entertainment, and creators worldwide. The world's brands and agencies rely on us to reach their customers and grow their businesses responsibly.
The scale of our platform brings unique technical challenges - from processing massive datasets in real time to building systems that operate reliably on a global scale. When you work here, your impact is worldwide. We welcome diverse perspectives, encourage curiosity, and build teams that learn from one another. If you're driven to solve meaningful challenges, we'd love to meet you.
What we do:
The Trading Team works with Account Management and Business Development to provide strategic recommendations to retain clients and grow their business. The main responsibilities of a Trading Specialist are to provide detailed performance and pacing recommendations and be a platform expert who can not only teach the nuances to clients but can actively navigate and utilize the platform themselves. Trading Specialists should eventually be viewed as a consultants to clients who are aiming to drive the strongest performance possible.
What you'll do:
- Collaborate with both Account Managers and Business Development colleagues to help drive performance and account growth
- Troubleshoot campaign setup and performance issues across multiple channels including Display, Online Video, and Connected TV
- Provide feedback to Product Managers to ideate on platform and product improvements
- Utilize excel and other advanced analytics tools, such as Tableau or Power BI, to analyze large sets of data and create actionable insights
- Be comfortable presenting data and insights to client stakeholders
- Start to build strong relationships with agency and brand direct stakeholders to drive forward business and meet client needs
- Work with agency traders and planners to setup campaigns and provide optimization recommendations to ensure budgets deliver in full as well as hitting client KPIs
- Become a platform expert who can consult and educate clients on new product updates, platform best practices, and industry news
Who you are:
- 2+ years of consultative, client-facing work within ad tech, digital marketing, finance or other data-heavy, industries.
- Comfortable with client management and day to day communication
- Strong ability to communicate complex topics to agency and brand direct stakeholders
- Effective time management skills with the ability to prioritize client asks as well as long term projects
- Strong quantitative skills using tools such as MS Excel, Vertica and Power BI
- Ability to collaborate across multiple teams and internal stakeholders as well as work independently on daily tasks
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The Trade Desk does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm recruiters. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of The Trade Desk. The Trade Desk is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
In accordance with various US state laws, the range provided is the Trade Desk's reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may differ based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, and location. All employees may be eligible to become The Trade Desk shareholders through eligibility for stock-based compensation grants, which are awarded to employees based on company and individual performance. The Trade Desk also offers other compensation depending on the role such as variable compensation-based incentives and commissions. Plus, expected benefits for this role include comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, and vision) with premiums paid in full for employees and dependents, retirement benefits such as a 401k plan and company match, short and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, well-being benefits, reimbursement for certain tuition expenses, parental leave, sick time of 1 hour per 30 hours worked, vacation time for full-time employees up to 120 hours thru the first year and 160 hours thereafter, and around 13 paid holidays per year. Employees can also purchase The Trade Desk stock at a discount through The Trade Desk's Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
The Trade Desk also offers a competitive benefits package. Click here to learn more.
Note: Interns are not eligible for variable incentive awards such as stock-based compensation, retirement plan, vacation, tuition reimbursement or parental leave
At the Trade Desk, Base Salary is one part of our competitive total compensation and benefits package and is determined using a salary range. The base salary range for this role is
$62,100-$113,800 USD
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, The Trade Desk is committed to creating an inclusive hiring experience where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
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About Trade Desk
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Industry
Software development
Company size
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Ventura, CA, US
Year founded
2009