Ad Operations Lead – Programmatic (ORTB)

Role Overview

Xapads is a 19-year-strong programmatic force with offices globally, looking for a strategic yet hands-on professional to join as Lead – Programmatic Operations (ORTB). This role will own end-to-end programmatic execution, overseeing SSP/DSP integrations, optimizing real-time bidding performance, and ensuring seamless coordination between media buying and sales teams.

What You Will Do

Take full ownership of Supply Integration via Header Bidding, ORTB protocol, and RTB/PMP to ensure seamless connectivity. Lead the onboarding of SSPs, manage DSP onboarding, oversee end-to-end Ad Operations and Publisher Account Management across CTV, Video, Display, and In-app channels.

Why It Might Be a Fit

If you thrive at the intersection of tech, data, and revenue, this role is for you. Demonstrated leadership skills in managing large-scale programmatic operations with agility and vision are required.

Requirements

• Well-versed in monetising on prime SSPs like GAM and Amazon’s UAM
• Minimum of 6+ years of solid experience with Header Bidding, ORTB protocol, RTB/PMP
• Strong proficiency in running infrastructure for CTV, Video, and Display monetisation
• Hands-on experience onboarding Supply Side Platforms via ORTB feeds/endpoints with precision
• Mandatory expertise with major platforms such as PubMatic, BidSwitch, Appnexus, Rubicon, Pulsepoint, or Freewheel
• Proven track record of creating and running the infrastructure for running deals via major DSPs
• Demonstrated leadership skills in managing large-scale programmatic operations with agility and vision