Director, Programmatic Tech Operations

Jobright.ai; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Pinterest seeks a Director of Programmatic Tech Operations to shape operational strategy and lead a team delivering scalable programmatic advertising capabilities and performance marketing ecosystem.

The role requires senior expertise in AdTech, data-driven optimization, and collaboration with Sales, Analytics, Product, Engineering, and Marketing to improve workflows and measurement strategies. You will guide vendor partnerships and drive programmatic innovations for global impact.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in digital media, ad tech, or related industries with leadership of large technical operations.
• Demonstrated expertise in programmatic advertising, including DSPs, SSPs, auction mechanics, deal types, and operational management.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead Pinterest’s Programmatic Tech Operations, shaping scalable processes, team structure, and best practices
• Oversee execution and optimization of programmatic campaigns, ensuring accuracy and continuous improvement
• Act as the technical expert for programmatic platforms (DSPs, SSPs, auction mechanics, deal types, and integrations)
• Partner with Sales, Analytics, Product, Engineering, and Marketing to refine workflows and measurement strategies
• Use data analysis and tools like Excel and BI dashboards to drive actionable insights across the programmatic business
• Collaborate cross-functionally to advance Pinterest’s ad infrastructure and drive global innovation in programmatic operations
• Build and develop high-performing, mission-driven teams, plan growth, drive change initiatives, and foster accountability
• Manage vendor partnerships and stay at the forefront of emerging AdTech trends
• Champion best practices and platform updates through internal training and executive presentations

Skills

Programmatic advertising

Digital media experience

AdTech operations

Data analysis

API integrations

Excel proficiency

Team leadership

Influencing skills

Exceptional communication

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in digital media or sales

Tools

Google Ad Manager

DV360

The Trade Desk

Tag management

Job description

Pinterest is a platform that inspires millions to create a life they love. As the Director of Programmatic Tech Operations, you will shape the operational strategy and lead the team in enhancing Pinterest's programmatic advertising capabilities and performance marketing ecosystem.

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Responsibilities

Build and lead Pinterest’s Programmatic Tech Operations, shaping scalable processes, team structure, and best practices

Oversee the execution and optimization of programmatic campaigns, ensuring accuracy, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement

Act as the technical expert for programmatic platforms (DSPs, SSPs, auction mechanics, deal types, and integrations)

Partner closely with Sales, Analytics, Product, Engineering, and Marketing to refine workflows and measurement strategies

Leverage strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of business drivers to identify opportunities for process and performance improvement, using robust data analysis and tools like Excel and BI dashboards to drive actionable insights across the programmatic business

Collaborate cross-functionally to advance Pinterest’s ad infrastructure and drive global innovation in programmatic operations

Build and develop high-performing, mission-driven teams, while proactively planning growth, driving change initiatives, and fostering accountability and adaptability

Manage vendor partnerships and keep Pinterest at the forefront of emerging AdTech trends

Champion best practices and platform updates through internal training and executive presentations

Qualification

Programmatic advertising Digital media experience AdTech operations Data analysis API integrations Excel proficiency Team leadership Influencing skills Exceptional communication Collaboration skills

Required

15+ years in digital media, ad tech, or related industries, with 7+ years leading high-performing and/or large-scale technical operations teams

Demonstrated expertise in programmatic advertising, including DSPs, SSPs, auction mechanics, deal types, and operational management in AdTech or platform environments

Strong technical skills across ad servers, tag management, data integrations, and measurement/attribution tools (e.g., Google Ad Manager, DV360, The Trade Desk)

Advanced data literacy: able to analyze, interpret, and act on large data sets using tools like Excel, BI or Tableau platforms

Experience developing scalable processes, operational documentation, and cross-functional workflows in complex, matrixed organizations

Exceptional communicator, collaborator, and influencer; able to convey complex technical topics simply and persuasively to diverse internal and external audiences

Proven success driving operational and strategic impact in ambiguous, high-growth environments

Deep passion for Pinterest's mission to inspire people and make online experiences more positive and useful

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as digital media or sales, or equivalent professional experience

Preferred

Strong knowledge of API integrations and custom platform connections

Company

Inspiration platform for users worldwide.

Programmatic advertising Digital media experience AdTech operations Data analysis API integrations