Product Manager II

The Trade Desk•New York, NY

6h•$151,400 - $189,200

About The Position

The Trade Desk is seeking a Product Manager to join its Forecast and Planning team. The role focuses on advancing the team’s forecasting AI capabilities and expanding core forecast and planning products across the company’s product set. The Product Manager will develop expertise in applying AI to forecasting and planning experiences and serve as a connector among executive stakeholders, engineers, researchers, and UX designers. The position champions user-centric product development, using analytics and user insights to guide decisions and advocating for user needs. It involves navigating ambiguity with clear execution plans and collaborating with cross-functional teams to build strategic product roadmaps aligned with business goals, user needs, company values, and long-term objectives.

Requirements

At least 3 years of Product Management experience or relevant experience.
Background in ad tech and user experiences/user interfaces.
Excellent communication and presentation skills in both large and small groups.
A sustained track record of significant, self-directed, end-to-end contributions to large and impactful software projects.
Ability to solve complex technical problems creatively while managing tradeoffs.
Strong interest in computing and applying technology to problems at massive scale.
Passion, grit, collaboration, selflessness, empathy, and entrepreneurial drive.

Nice To Haves

Background in software development, engineering, machine learning, or data science/analytics.
Background in AI solutions.
Experience working with distributed teams.
Experience in the advertising technology space.

Responsibilities

Drive the team’s forecasting AI capabilities and expand core forecast and planning products across The Trade Desk’s product set.
Develop expertise in applying AI to forecasting and planning experiences.
Connect executive stakeholders, engineers, researchers, and UX designers to deliver cohesive, high-impact solutions.
Champion a user-centric approach by understanding and advocating for user needs and preferences.
Make data-driven product decisions based on analytics and user insights.
Align product strategies with company values and long-term objectives.
Navigate ambiguity by establishing clarity through well-defined execution plans.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop strategic product roadmaps aligned with business goals and user needs.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, with premiums paid in full for employees and dependents.
401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Basic life insurance.
Well-being benefits.
Reimbursement for certain tuition expenses.
Parental leave.
Sick time of 1 hour per 30 hours worked.
Vacation time for full-time employees: up to 120 hours through the first year and 160 hours thereafter.
Around 13 paid holidays per year.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan allowing employees to purchase company stock at a discount.
Employees may be eligible for stock-based compensation grants.
Variable compensation-based incentives and commissions may be offered depending on the role.