Technical Account Manager, Programmatic

We’re one of the world’s largest content recommendation platforms, delighting audiences with engaging, personalized content recommendations while serving as the primary engagement partner and platform for the world’s top digital media companies. 

Outbrain is seeking a results-driven and highly analytical Programmatic Technical Account Manager for our Programmatic Growth Operations team.

The Programmatic Technical Account Manager will be the ambassador of Outbrain’s Programmatic Access for demand partners and will be working with account managers, sales, product, and operations teams globally to maintain revenue growth and increase product adoption.

A day in the life

• Act as the “Programmatic Ambassador” for internal and external stakeholders while maintaining a deep understanding of programmatic trading technologies and the RTB bid stream.
• Support global business teams to improve and increase activity around Programmatic buying of Outbrain inventory.
• Provide performance insights and identify trends through deep analysis, utilizing BI, and a variety of tech tools, and platforms. 
• Take ownership of the Programmatic Revenue and growth targets while seeking new opportunities to increase programmatic activity.
• Be a contributor, from a business and product perspective to the ongoing process of solidifying the technical flow and business aspects.

What you’ll bring

• Hands-On experience with Programmatic Technologies in place, such as RTB, DSPs, SSPs, and DMPs
• Experience running campaigns on large and known DSPs (such as Xandr, DV360, The Trade Desk, Zemanta...)
• An analytical person who enjoys working with large sets of data, including solid usage of SQL, Excel, Google Sheets and other BI Platforms (ex. Looker Studio…).
• Ability to be a project owner, working simultaneously on multiple projects and delivering results while maintaining routine tasks.
• Fluent and proficient in English (verbal and writing).

Advantage but not a must

• Experience supporting or working directly with brands and agency clients
• Experience in client/partner-facing roles from global ad-tech companies

• Ability to combine highly technical skills with relationship-building skills to be able to provide both analysis and business insights.
• A natural team player who has an inclusive approach but also the ability to make key decisions based on experience.

Not sure you meet the criteria? We encourage you to read The Atlantic’s The Confidence Gap article and apply. We always like to meet new and interesting people!

More than snacks!

• Generous vacation package and unlimited sick days
• Become part of our success with our equity program
• World class healthcare options that are partially covered by Outbrain above benchmark (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, 401K Plan with Matching)
• Opportunities to join our mentorship program and inclusive Employee Resource Groups
• Full access to LinkedIn Learning and our in-house SmartBrain educational platform
• Global Onboarding Experience

We Recommend #LifeAtOutbrain

Our company culture is welcoming, dynamic, diverse, global, and built on top performance.

Did you know "trust" is one of our core values? We apply this value to our day-to-day by working collaboratively on a global scale. With managers and teammates often sitting in other countries and time zones, we value communication, patience, and open-mindedness to all cultural backgrounds. We encourage all ideas, and everyone gets a seat at the table!

Our team is made up of individuals who are approachable, resourceful, passionate, and proactive. We foster a sense of belonging through our  Employee Resource Groups –employee-led groups in which we debate topics and drive change. From OB Green (environmental), OB WE (women empowerment), OB Good (charitable initiatives) to OB4E (diversity, equity, and inclusion), you’ll be able to share your passions with likeminded people.

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Hungry for more? Have a closer look at #LifeAtOutbrain exploring our company manifesto, Youtube channel , Outbrain Culture blog and social media channels Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn. 

The annual base pay range for this position is $90,000.00-$100,000.00. The actual amount offered may be higher or lower, based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities. In addition to salary, you may be eligible for an equity package, as well as our competitive benefits and perks to support you and your family as part of Outbrain's total rewards package.