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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for programmatic trading in the United States is $68,758.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $62,500.00 and $69,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Programmatic traders use automated systems and algorithms to buy and sell digital advertising inventory in real-time. They analyze data, optimize campaigns, and execute trades quickly across multiple platforms to maximize advertising performance and efficiency.

What is the difference between Programmatic Trading vs Programmatic Buying?

AspectProgrammatic TradingProgrammatic Buying
DefinitionManaging automated digital ad transactions through trading platforms.The process of purchasing digital ad inventory automatically via software.
FocusExecution, optimization, and management of ad campaigns.Purchasing ad space efficiently using programmatic platforms.
CredentialsKnowledge of ad tech, data analysis, and trading platforms.Understanding of digital advertising, media buying, and data.

Programmatic Trading involves managing and optimizing automated ad transactions, often requiring skills in trading platforms and data analysis. Programmatic Buying focuses on the actual purchase of ad inventory through automated systems. While related, Programmatic Trading emphasizes the management and strategy, whereas Programmatic Buying centers on the purchasing process.

How to become a programmatic trader?

To become a programmatic trader, develop strong skills in programming languages such as Python or Java, and gain knowledge of digital advertising platforms and data analysis. Earning relevant certifications, like those in digital marketing or data science, and gaining experience through internships or entry-level roles can also help build expertise in automated trading strategies. Familiarity with trading platforms and understanding market dynamics are essential for success in this field.

How much do programmatic traders make?

Programmatic traders typically earn a median annual salary ranging from $70,000 to $120,000, depending on experience, location, and the complexity of the trading environment. Senior or specialized traders with advanced skills in data analysis and trading platforms can earn higher compensation, often supplemented with bonuses or performance incentives.
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Programmatic Trader

EVERSANA

Chicago, IL • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago


Eversana rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

63rd of 72 rated business consultants


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.
Our team is aware of recent fraudulent job offers in the market, misrepresenting EVERSANA. Recruitment fraud is a sophisticated scam commonly perpetrated through online services using fake websites, unsolicited e-mails, or even text messages claiming to be a legitimate company. Some of these scams request personal information and even payment for training or job application fees. Please know EVERSANA would never require personal information nor payment of any kind during the employment process. We respect the personal rights of all candidates looking to explore careers at EVERSANA.
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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