Programmatic Trader

Irvington, NY (Hybrid)

$55K/yr – $68K/yrMid Level2+ years expFull time

Posted 21 hrs ago

Job Summary

Own day-to-day programmatic execution and optimization across multiple DSPs, turning data into actionable insights and guiding campaigns from setup to scale.

  • Own execution and optimization across platforms
  • Translate campaign data into client recommendations

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • As a Programmatic Trader, you'll own the day-to-day execution and optimization of programmatic campaigns across multiple platforms.
  • You'll combine technical expertise with analytical thinking to ensure campaigns perform efficiently, uncover meaningful insights, and continuously improve against client objectives.
  • Campaign Execution & Performance: Execute and optimize campaigns across platforms including Google Campaign Manager 360, DV360, The Trade Desk, and other demand-side platforms.
  • Implement, validate, and troubleshoot tracking to ensure accurate measurement and reporting.
  • Monitor pacing, delivery, and campaign health while proactively identifying opportunities and resolving issues before they impact performance.
  • Build clear, actionable reporting that translates campaign data into meaningful business insights.
  • Partner with Planning, Analytics, Ad Operations, and platform teams to ensure campaign setup aligns with strategic objectives and measurement frameworks.
  • Optimization & Activation: Develop audience targeting, bidding, and optimization strategies aligned with client business goals and audience insights.
  • Manage campaign budgets, pacing, forecasting, bid adjustments, and ongoing optimizations to maximize efficiency and performance.
  • Execute thoughtful testing strategies across audiences, creative, inventory, and bidding approaches to continuously improve results.

Requirements

  • 1 to 2 years of experience managing campaigns within platforms such as The Trade Desk, DV360, MediaMath, or comparable DSPs.
  • Strong understanding of programmatic buying, audience targeting, bidding strategies, pacing, forecasting, optimization techniques, and campaign measurement.
  • Experience working across display, video, mobile, CTV, OTT, audio, and emerging programmatic channels.
  • Proficiency in Excel and experience with Tableau, SQL, Python, Google Data Studio, or similar analytical tools.
  • Experience implementing campaign tracking, troubleshooting delivery issues, and validating campaign measurement.
  • Working knowledge of Google Campaign Manager 360 and digital ad serving best practices.
  • Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to uncover insights from complex datasets.
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills while managing multiple campaigns and priorities.
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills with the ability to simplify technical concepts for different audiences.
  • Curiosity and a desire to continuously learn new platforms, technologies, and optimization approaches.

Benefits

  • Flexible Paid Time Off
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
  • Competitive Parental Leave
  • Hybrid work model with in-office collaboration
  • Mental health support
  • Annual agency contribution to 401(k)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Healthcare FSA
  • Commuter benefits and corporate discounts
  • Carrot Fertility and family-building support
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Attention Arc

We’re a modern media agency built for brands that need every dollar to work harder.Attention Arc brings together the strengths of McKinney Media and LWD, united by a shared belief: every moment is an opportunity. Even this one. We use media (words in this case) intentionally and effectively to attract the right audiences, resonate with them, and convert awareness into action.It’s as simple—and as difficult—as that.Like many media agencies, we have the tools, clients, and talent you’d expect. What sets us apart is how we make it matter, with deeper audience insight, full-funnel thinking, and performance-driven execution that turns strategy into results.We blend creativity and analytics to deliver smarter targeting, sharper attribution, and more effective campaigns. Our proprietary tools work alongside industry standards to connect media decisions directly to business outcomes.We believe there’s an arc for every challenge.It’s the path from awareness to action, and how we move through it makes all the difference. We bring passion, expertise, and intention to guide that journey. And we find it fun, challenging, thought-provoking, and deeply rewarding.Thanks for taking the time to learn more about us.Whether you’re a prospective client, future team member, or media partner ready to push past the status quo. If anything here sparked your curiosity, let’s keep the conversation going.

New York, New York, USA
81 employees (23 in marketing)

Salaries

Posted range

$55K/yr – $68K/yr

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Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
23 (28% of company)
Median Tenure
0.6 years
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
3

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
584
Traffic Source Mix
Direct
100%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~81
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Programmatic Trader

Attention Arc · Irvington, NY · Hybrid