Pinterest

Staff Product Manager, Programmatic Ads

Pinterest$165K — $339K *
Consumer Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of Product Management experience in advertising or ad tech, particularly programmatic.
  • Proven track record of launching and optimizing ad-related products.
  • Strong understanding of programmatic ad technology, including bid processes and auction mechanics.
  • Familiarity with building workflow and reporting tools for advertising sectors.
  • Experience collaborating with DSPs, SSPs, and third-party ad platforms.

Responsibilities

  • Define and execute the roadmap for programmatic ad offerings aligned with business and advertiser goals.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, sales, and data science to enhance product adoption and performance.
  • Balance immediate customer needs with long-term scalability and automation in prioritizing product initiatives.
  • Monitor and analyze the programmatic ad ecosystem for decision-making and competitive advantage.
  • Deliver impactful features and insights for programmatic buyers and internal teams.
  • Use data and user feedback to refine product offerings and track success metrics.
  • Work with designers to create user-friendly interfaces and dashboards.

Benefits

  • Flexible work arrangements with minimal in-office requirements.
  • Emphasis on a collaborative culture with periodic in-person teamwork sessions.
  • Equity options as part of the compensation package.
  • Commitment to an equitable and inclusive workplace ethos.
Full Job Description
The Programmatic Ads team at Pinterest builds the foundation for scalable and automated advertising through integrations with top demand-side platforms (DSPs), supply-side platforms (SSPs), and other partners. We design and deliver programmatic solutions that respect the user's discovery experience while maximizing value for advertisers. As digital advertising rapidly evolves, we're on a mission to set Pinterest apart through powerful, transparent, and measurable programmatic ad offerings.

We are seeking an experienced product leader to drive the next phase of growth in programmatic advertising at Pinterest.

As Staff Product Manager, Programmatic Ads, you will define, build, and scale our suite of programmatic advertising products and integrations. You'll play a pivotal role in driving the product vision, roadmap, and cross-functional execution to enable advertisers and partners to seamlessly transact across Pinterest's rapidly growing ad marketplace.

What you'll do:
  • Collaborate with product leadership to help define and execute the roadmap for Pinterest's programmatic ad offerings, ensuring alignment with business goals and advertiser needs.
  • Work closely with engineering, sales, partnerships, ad operations, data science, and design to build products that drive adoption, performance, and satisfaction among advertisers.
  • Prioritize product initiatives, balancing immediate customer needs with longer-term scalability and automation opportunities.
  • Develop a strong understanding of the programmatic ad ecosystem (including DSPs, SSPs, auction mechanics, and deal types) to inform product decisions and ensure competitive differentiation.
  • Deliver features and tools that provide actionable insights, streamlined workflows, and effective reporting for programmatic buyers and Pinterest's internal teams.
  • Leverage data and user feedback to inform product prioritization, track success metrics, and recommend enhancements
  • Partner with designers to create intuitive interfaces, dashboards, and reporting tools for programmatic workflows.
  • Serve as a key resource on programmatic ad products within the team and across partner functions.

What we're looking for:
  • 5+ years of Product Management experience, with a demonstrated record of launching and improving advertising or ad tech products, ideally in programmatic or related spaces.
  • Experience building products that use data and insights to support business users and drive measurable growth.
  • Practical knowledge of programmatic ad technology (bid requests/responses, auction mechanics, deal types such as PMP, PG, Open Auction).
  • Familiarity with building workflow or reporting tools for advertisers, agencies or internal operations teams.
  • Experience partnering with DSPs, SSPs, agencies, or other third-party ad platforms.
  • Strong analytical, communication, and collaboration skills, with a data-driven approach to delivering business impact.
  • Comfort working with cross-functional teams in a fast-moving environment.
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as Computer Science, or equivalent practical experience.


In-Office Requirement Statement:

  • We let the type of work you do guide the collaboration style. That means we're not always working in an office, but we continue to gather for key moments of collaboration and connection.
  • This role will need to be in the office for in-person collaboration 1-2 times/quarter and therefore can be situated anywhere in the country.


Relocation Requirement Statement:
  • This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. Visit our PinFlex page to learn more about our working model.


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At Pinterest we believe the workplace should be equitable, inclusive, and inspiring for every employee. In an effort to provide greater transparency, we are sharing the base salary range for this position. The position is also eligible for equity. Final salary is based on a number of factors including location, travel, relevant prior experience, or particular skills and expertise.

Information regarding the culture at Pinterest and benefits available for this position can be found here.

US based applicants only

$165,695-$339,078 USD

About Pinterest

Pinterest is a social media platform that allows users to discover and save ideas for recipes, home decor, fashion, and more. The company was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California. Pinterest has over 400 million monthly active users and is available in over 30 languages. The company's mission is to help people discover and do what they love.
Learn more about Pinterest
Size
3,225 employees
Market Cap
$16 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$128.3 million
Founded
2009
5 Year Trend
+53.9%
Revenue
$1.6 billion
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