Why This Job is Featured on The SaaS Jobs
This role stands out in the SaaS ecosystem because it sits where monetization infrastructure meets day to day platform operations. Programmatic advertising is increasingly treated as a product surface for many software businesses, and an Ad Ops specialist becomes a key operator of that revenue layer across SSPs, DSPs, and publisher tooling. The emphasis on PMP and Programmatic Guaranteed execution signals a setup where reliability, governance, and partner coordination matter as much as yield.
For a SaaS career, the value is in building repeatable operating muscle around measurement, troubleshooting, and optimization across multiple systems. Owning reporting and performance analysis develops the kind of commercial analytics that transfers across revenue operations, growth, and monetization roles. The mandate to create playbooks and use automation tools also maps well to how SaaS teams scale operational excellence without adding headcount linearly.
This position fits professionals who like structured problem solving, cross functional collaboration, and being accountable for outcomes that are visible in revenue and client experience. It will suit someone comfortable switching between technical platform details and stakeholder communication, and who prefers improving systems and processes rather than only running individual campaigns.
The section above is editorial commentary from The SaaS Jobs, provided to help SaaS professionals understand the role in a broader industry context.
Job Description
Programmatic Ad Ops Specialist
- Brand Partnerships
- Hoboken
- Senior
- Full-time
Description
We’re looking for a legendary Programmatic Ad Ops Specialist to own the operational success and growth of Overwolf’s Programmatic deals.
As a Programmatic Ad Ops Specialist, you’ll drive campaign execution across PMP and Programmatic Guaranteed deals, troubleshoot delivery issues across SSPs, DSPs, and internal platforms, and collaborate closely with Sales, Account Managers, and clients to maximize revenue and satisfaction.
This is a high-impact role at the intersection of technical operations and revenue growth. If working with some of the industry's leading programmatic platforms and driving the technical execution and growth of Overwolf's programmatic business sounds like your kind of adventure, your place is with our pack.
Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end campaign operations across direct and Programmatic deals, from setup and QA through delivery and optimization
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting for campaign delivery issues
- Own reporting, analysis, and performance optimization to drive continuous improvement in campaign delivery and revenue
- Build and maintain standardized troubleshooting playbooks, leveraging automation and AI tools to streamline recurring workflows
- Partner closely with Sales and Account Managers to ensure seamless campaign execution and an exceptional client experience
Requirements
- 3-5 years of hands-on experience in ad operations or programmatic campaign management, with publisher-side experience strongly preferred
- Experience with Google Ad Manager and programmatic platforms is preferred including Magnite, OpenX, The Trade Desk, DV360, Amazon, PubMatic, Aniview, and Index Exchange
- Deep understanding of the programmatic ecosystem, auction dynamics, SSPs, DSPs, PMPs, PGs, and agency trading desks
- Proven ability to diagnose and resolve complex campaign delivery issues across multiple platforms and partners
- Analytical, data-driven mindset with strong organizational and prioritization skills and high attention to detail
- Experience leveraging AI and automation tools to improve operational efficiency
- Ownership mindset, proactive, and independent
