Senior Manager, Programmatic Tech Operations

Pinterest

Confirmed live 2 days ago High trust
Hybrid

Quick summary

Work type
Hybrid
Location
New York, NY
Salary
$183,745–$321,554 / yr
Posted
7 days ago
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Confirmed live 2 days ago

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Salary context

Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $198k
This role $253k
$132k most similar roles pay here $342k

This role pays more than 90% of similar roles. Most pay $174,950–$222,050 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $253k versus about $198k for comparable roles.

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About Pinterest

Pinterest is a visual discovery and inspiration platform where people find ideas for home, style, recipes, and more. It serves hundreds of millions of users worldwide through its image and video pinboard product.

Pinterest currently has 82 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $164,695–$337,990 across 82 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Senior Manager, Programmatic Tech Operations

Sr. Manager, Programmatic Tech Operations will join a team building programmatic and ad tech capabilities from the ground up to enhance the shoppability of ads. This role involves building and leading the Programmatic Tech Operations function by shaping scalable processes, team structures, and best practices while overseeing the execution and optimization of programmatic campaigns. The successful candidate will act as a technical expert for platforms including DSPs, SSPs, auction mechanics, and deal types. Key responsibilities include partnering with cross-functional teams to refine workflows and using tools like Excel, Tableau, and BI dashboards to drive insights. Required skills include expertise in ad servers, tag management, data integrations, and measurement tools such as Google Ad Manager and DV360. The role also involves managing vendor partnerships and leveraging AI for predictive bidding and anomaly detection within the programmatic ecosystem.

What you'll do

  • Build and lead Pinterest’s Programmatic Tech Operations by establishing scalable processes, team structures, and best practices.
  • Oversee the execution, troubleshooting, and optimization of programmatic campaigns to ensure accuracy and performance.
  • Serve as the technical expert for programmatic platforms including DSPs, SSPs, auction mechanics, and integrations.
  • Analyze large datasets using Excel and BI tools to identify opportunities for process and performance improvements.
  • Manage vendor partnerships and monitor emerging AdTech trends to keep Pinterest at the forefront of the industry.
  • Develop and lead high-performing teams while managing growth initiatives and fostering accountability.
  • Deliver internal training and executive presentations to communicate complex technical topics and platform updates.
  • Implement AI and machine learning capabilities to improve operational efficiency and campaign optimization.

What we're looking for

  • Must have 10+ years of experience in digital media, ad tech, or related industries.
  • Must have 5+ years of experience leading high-performing and/or large-scale technical operations teams.
  • Requires demonstrated expertise in programmatic advertising, including DSPs, SSPs, auction mechanics, and deal types.
  • Requires strong technical skills in ad servers, tag management, data integrations, and measurement tools like Google Ad Manager or DV360.
  • Must possess advanced data literacy to analyze large datasets using Excel and BI or Tableau platforms.
  • Requires experience developing scalable processes and cross-functional workflows in complex, matrixed organizations.
  • Preferred knowledge of API integrations and custom platform connections is required.
  • Must hold a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as digital media or sales, or equivalent professional experience.

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