Senior Product Manager (Ad Tech)

Cognitiv leverages deep learning artificial intelligence to build custom algorithms that more accurately and efficiently predict consumer purchase behavior. Each marketer has a unique set of goals, which is why Cognitiv created NeuralMind, a deep learning platform capable of automatically building custom algorithms that simultaneously consider the user, the context, the message, and the campaign objectives. We combine deterministic data and advanced processing techniques to continuously train these algorithms as they optimize our clients’ key performance indicators (KPIs), predicting consumer behavior in order to autonomously drive full-funnel marketing performance at scale.

We are looking for a seasoned Product Manager with a passion for the intersection of adtech and custom algorithmic solutions. This pivotal role requires an in-depth understanding of the evolving digital advertising landscape and the expertise to harness the power of bespoke algorithms to solve unique challenges. As the confluence between technology and creativity, this role promises a dynamic playground for those passionate about shaping the future of programmatic advertising solutions.

This position will be located in our New York City office with a hybrid work schedule of 3 days in office (Mon/Tue/Wed) and 2 days remote (Thursday/Friday).

Responsibilities

• Strategic Visioning: Craft a visionary product strategy, aligning the potentials of custom algorithmic solutions with the broader company and industry needs.
• Market Insight: Stay abreast of the latest in adtech and algorithm trends, ensuring our solutions remain ahead of the curve and resonate with market demand.
• Innovation in AdTech: Spearhead the creation and enhancement of innovative adtech solutions, tools, and platforms that empower our clients to excel.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Engage with sales, marketing, and client service teams to facilitate harmonized product launches and ensure maximum client value.
• Product Roadmap Management: Shape and maintain a forward-thinking product roadmap, addressing both short-term deliverables and long-term ambitions.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Champion a culture of evidence-based decisions, leveraging data analytics to guide product development and evolution.
• Educational Outreach: Oversee the creation of user documentation and training programs to facilitate the optimal use of our algorithmic solutions.
• Knowledge Dissemination: Facilitate training sessions and workshops, ensuring both our team and clients fully harness the potential of our products.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; advanced degrees in Data Science, Computer Science, or MBA a plus.
• A nuanced understanding of the programmatic advertising space and its inherent challenges and opportunities.
• 4+ years of product management experience, especially within the adtech domain, with a proven track record in algorithm-based solutions.
• Deep understanding of digital advertising dynamics and how custom algorithms can enhance performance.
• History of successful product launches and scalable solutions: like insights, reporting dashboards, cookieless products.

Salary

• $150,000-$165,000 Base Salary + Equity

Actual compensation is based on multiple factors that are unique to each candidate, including and not limited to job-related knowledge, level of relevant experience, education and skills. Base salary is just one component of your total rewards package at Cognitiv. Employees are eligible for equity and various benefits.

Here are some of the many benefits that our employees receive:

• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage, including some plans that are 100% employer paid

• 12 weeks paid parental leave

• Unlimited PTO

• Hybrid work model

• Lunch reimbursement

• Fitness reimbursement

• Cell phone reimbursement

• 401(k) plan

• Employee Assistance Program

• Pre-tax commuter benefits

Cognitiv has been revolutionizing the ad tech space for the last 7 years as the only programmatic buying platform to leverage Deep Learning in real-time. We use Deep Learning (the most sophisticated machine learning) to build custom algorithms for digital marketers to help grow their customer base. We have seen explosive growth and are looking for talented people who are looking to affect change in a rapidly growing organization and industry to join the team.

Cognitiv is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.