Programmatic Trader (Advertising/Media)

CivicScience • Pittsburgh, PA

1d • Remote

About The Position

CivicScience improves data-driven advertising across the open web through the use of responsibly sourced, high-quality audience segments, without dependence on third-party cookies. We are looking for a detail-oriented Programmatic Trader to join our Advertising team and leverage the direct user engagement of our consumer insights platform.

You’ll be a key player on our growing Trading team, driving the success of programmatic campaigns across DSPs and SSPs. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a startup environment, takes initiative without being prompted, and brings fresh, strategic ideas to the table. Reporting directly to the Director of Trading & Account Management, you'll own full-funnel campaign execution—from launch through optimization and performance analysis.

Requirements

• 3+ years of hands-on DSP experience, launching and optimizing campaigns.
• 3+ years working with SSPs, including direct deal ID setups and PMP execution.
• Strong command of audience targeting, first- and third-party data strategies, and measurement best practices.
• Deep comfort with Excel and campaign analytics platforms.
• Excellent multitasking skills—able to manage multiple campaigns and stakeholders without missing a beat.
• Analytical and solutions-driven mindset with the ability to think strategically and act tactically.

Responsibilities

• End-to-End Campaign Management: Independently launch and optimize programmatic ad campaigns via leading DSPs (StackAdapt, Trade Desk, Viant, Basis) and SSPs (OpenX, Xandr Curate, Index Exchange, Media.net).
• Technical Execution: Handle all pre-launch setup including pixel creation, creative trafficking, audits, and measurement tracking.
• Performance Optimization: Monitor campaign health and drive performance across KPIs through continuous data-driven adjustments and strategic thinking.
• Collaboration & Strategy: Partner with internal teams (Product, Sales, Account Management) to build tailored campaign strategies that meet advertiser goals.
• Troubleshooting & Insights: Resolve PMP delivery challenges and identify revenue opportunities, even with limited data.
• Measurement-Driven Focus: Own measurement studies and real-time performance analytics to validate and refine strategy.
• Innovation-First Approach: Bring new ideas and proactive solutions to enhance processes, tools, and outcomes across the trading organization.
• Trusted Technical Liaison: Act as a key technical point of contact for both internal stakeholders and external clients.

Benefits

• Company paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for you and your legal dependents
• Company paid life insurance plus short- & long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
• Employee assistance programs
• Unlimited PTO
• 401(k)
• Travel and educational opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed