Lead Account Manager, Programmatic

Digital Turbine; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RSUs/stock options

Unlimited PTO

Wellness/tech benefits

Job summary

A leading advertising services firm in New York is seeking a Lead Account Manager for a hybrid role focusing on programmatic advertising. The ideal candidate will have 5 years of experience and strong analytical skills, as well as expertise in DSP platforms. Responsibilities include managing campaign execution and providing strategic insights to clients. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits including stock options and unlimited PTO.

Qualifications

• 5 years of online programmatic advertising experience.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Hands-on experience with PMP deals, private exchanges, and programmatic guaranteed.

Responsibilities

• Join client meetings to support strategic planning.
• Own programmatic revenue targets and ensure campaign delivery.
• Provide strategic advice using data-driven insights.

Skills

Online programmatic advertising experience

Analytical skills

Experience with DSP platforms

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork and interpersonal skills

Tools

The Trade Desk

DV360

Job description

Overview

Lead Account Manager, Programmatic role at Digital Turbine. This is a highly professional, client-facing position based in New York, NY. The role supports the U.S. business across the entire customer lifecycle—from pre-sale pitch preparation to post-sale campaign execution and optimization. This is a hybrid office environment requiring in-office presence 3 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Pre-Sale Support: join client meetings in partnership with the sales team to support strategic planning and execution; collaborate with Sales and Account Management on RFP responses, media plans, and strategic pitch materials; translate client goals into actionable programmatic strategies and scalable solutions; provide DSP insights and inventory recommendations to support proposal development.
• Campaign Management, Client Engagement & Cross-Functional Collaboration: own programmatic revenue targets, ensure maximum campaign delivery while optimizing toward key performance metrics (CTR, VCR, CPA); troubleshoot technical issues in real time with internal teams and DSP support; act as a strategic advisor with data-driven insights, regular performance updates, and actionable recommendations; contribute to QBRs, reporting dashboards, and performance analysis; liaise with Sales, Ad Operations, and Product to drive client success; mentor junior account managers.

Qualifications

• 5 years of online programmatic advertising experience
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Experience with DSP platforms (e.g., The Trade Desk and DV360)
• Hands-on experience with PMP deals, private exchanges, and programmatic guaranteed
• Familiarity with data privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA)
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal); relationship-building via phone and in person
• Ability to analyze large datasets and craft narratives to influence customer behavior
• Teamwork and interpersonal skills; positive approach to challenges; strong problem-solving, influencing, and negotiating abilities; professional maturity and high emotional IQ

About Digital Turbine

Digital Turbine (NASDAQ: APPS) powers mobile experiences for telcos, advertisers and publishers. Our end-to-end platform simplifies the ability to supercharge awareness, acquisition and monetization across devices. The company is headquartered in Austin, Texas, with global offices in New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, London, Berlin, Singapore, Tel Aviv, and other cities worldwide.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives.

Compensation & Benefits

We are committed to pay transparency. The total compensation package (base salary + performance-based commission) for this position is $150,000-185,000, based on experience, skills, and qualifications. Benefits include RSUs/stock options, unlimited PTO, and wellness/tech benefits.

Employment Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Sales and Business Development
• Industries: Advertising Services

Notice to External Staffing Agencies and recruiters: Digital Turbine will not pay fees for unsolicited resumes. Resumes must be submitted directly by candidates or through a valid contract with a signed agreement.