Senior Programmatic Tech Operations Leader

Pinterest; New York (NY); On-site; USD 184,000 - 322,000; Full time

Job summary

Pinterest is building its programmatic and ad tech capabilities from the ground up to enhance the comprehensiveness and shoppability of ads. As Senior Manager of Programmatic Tech Operations, you will shape the operational strategy, team, and roadmap behind a new high‑impact function, influencing ad products at scale.

You will collaborate across Sales, Analytics, Product, Engineering, and Marketing, drive data‑driven improvements, and develop high‑performing teams while staying ahead of

Qualifications

• 10+ years in digital media or ad tech.
• 5+ years leading large technical operations teams.
• Expertise in DSPs, SSPs, and auction mechanics.
• Strong data literacy and experience with Excel/BI tools.
• Experience with API integrations and platform connections.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead Pinterest’s Programmatic Tech Operations.
• Oversee execution and optimization of programmatic campaigns.
• Act as the technical expert for programmatic platforms.
• Partner with Sales, Analytics, Product, Engineering, and Marketing.
• Identify opportunities for process and performance improvements using data.
• Collaborate to advance Pinterest’s ad infrastructure.
• Build high-performing teams and manage growth and change.
• Manage vendor partnerships and AI-enabled capabilities.
• Champion best practices and platform updates through training.

Skills

Programmatic advertising

Ad tech leadership

Data analysis

API integrations

Communication

AI/ML in ops

Education

Bachelor’s degree in digital media or sales or equivalent

Tools

Google Ad Manager

DV360

The Trade Desk

Tag management

BI dashboards

Job description

Pinterest is building its programmatic and ad tech capabilities from the ground up to enhance the comprehensiveness and shoppability of ads. As Senior Manager of Programmatic Tech Operations, you will shape the operational strategy, team, and roadmap behind a new high‑impact function, influencing ad products at scale.

You will collaborate across Sales, Analytics, Product, Engineering, and Marketing, drive data‑driven improvements, and develop high‑performing teams while staying ahead of