Lead Data Analyst, Technical Operations, Inventory

StackAdapt is a self-serve advertising platform that specializes in multi-channel solutions including native, display, video, connected TV, audio, in-game ads and digital out-of-home ads. We empower thousands of digitally-focused companies to deliver outcomes and exceptional campaign performance everyday. StackAdapt was founded with a vision to be more than an advertising platform, it’s a hub of innovation, imagination and creativity.

StackAdapt’s Inventory team focuses on developing and leading strategic growth initiatives across our suite of programmatic advertising products within key inventory channels. The Lead Data Analyst of Inventory Technical Operations is a role that operates among the various inventory team functions to drive projects and initiatives. This is a role that requires operational excellence and project management expertise. A successful candidate will have in-depth technical knowledge on programmatic buying, oRTB, and digital ad serving.

StackAdapt is a Remote First company, we are open to candidates located anywhere in North America for this position.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Lead data analysis, optimization, and automation initiatives to deliver scalable solutions that boost performance, streamline operations, and drive cross-platform efficiency.
• Develop scripts and queries to automate workflows and build innovative solutions that support teams across the organization.
• Own and manage cross-functional projects aimed at evolving and expanding inventory platform capabilities, ensuring alignment with business goals and technical roadmaps.
• Create clear, comprehensive technical documentation—including standards, procedures, and best practices—to promote consistency, efficiency, and knowledge sharing across the team.
• Design and implement robust workflows and monitoring systems to proactively detect and respond to incidents impacting key inventory KPIs, ensuring minimal disruption and rapid resolution.
• Serve as a strategic partner to inventory stakeholders in advancing technical initiatives such as oRTB adoption, pod bidding strategies, and tag certification, from concept through implementation.
• Lead standard and custom oRTB integrations with new supply partners to drive scalable and efficient onboarding.
• Act as the primary escalation point for complex issues related to inventory operations or partner integrations, leading root cause analysis and long-term resolution planning.
• Provide senior-level support on campaign troubleshooting, media planning, and investigative efforts, offering guidance and mentorship to junior team members as needed.
• Partner closely with cross-functional teams—including Engineering, Product, Data Science, and Business Intelligence—to align on objectives, drive strategic initiatives, and deliver measurable impact across the organization.

What You'll Bring to the Table

• Bachelor’s or Master's degree in a quantitative field, with a proven academic track record. (e.g., finance, economics, statistics, math, etc.)
• Hands-on experience in the programmatic advertising industry, with a strong understanding of oRTB protocols and key concepts such as auction dynamics and header bidding.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Experience in both Python and SQL for data manipulation, automation, and analysis.
• Strong technical knowledge with the ability to communicate technical concepts clearly through writing and presentations, including to senior internal and external stakeholders.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a data-focused role involving complex analysis and insights generation.

StackAdapter's Enjoy

• Highly competitive salary
• RRSP/401K matching
• 3 weeks vacation + 3 personal care days + 1 Culture & Belief day + birthdays off
• Access to a comprehensive mental health care platform
• Full benefits from day one of employment
• Work-from-home reimbursements
• Optional global WeWork membership for those who want a change from their home office
• Robust training and onboarding program
• Coverage and support of personal development initiatives (conferences, courses, etc)
• Access to StackAdapt programmatic courses and certifications to support continuous learning
• An awesome parental leave policy
• A friendly, welcoming, and supportive culture
• Our social and team events!

StackAdapt is a diverse and inclusive team of collaborative, hardworking individuals trying to make a dent in the universe. No matter who you are, where you are from, who you love, follow in faith, disability (or superpower) status, ethnicity, or the gender you identify with (if you’re comfortable, let us know your pronouns), you are welcome at StackAdapt. If you have any requests or requirements to support you throughout any part of the interview process, please let our Talent team know.
About StackAdapt
We've been recognized for our diverse and supportive workplace, high performing campaigns, award-winning customer service, and innovation. We've been awarded:

Ad Age Best Places to Work 2024G2 Top Software and Top Marketing and Advertising Product for 2024Campaign’s Best Places to Work 2023 for the UK2024 Best Workplaces for Women and in Canada by Great Place to Work®#1 DSP on G2 and leader in a number of categories including Cross-Channel Advertising
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