The Role
Are you ready to revolutionize the advertising industry? At Cognitiv, we are not just another AdTech company—we are industry trailblazers redefining media buying with our Deep Learning Advertising Platform. Since 2015, we have harnessed the power of cutting-edge deep learning technology and data science to transform how brands connect with their customers. Our mission? To bring intelligence to advertising and deliver unparalleled precision, relevance, and impact at scale.
With our innovative platform, advertisers enjoy unprecedented flexibility—whether it is activating Dynamic Deals through their preferred DSP, leveraging our managed service DSP, or utilizing our industry-first ContextGPT product. As a part of Cognitiv, you will be at the forefront of AI-driven advertising solutions, driving change and achieving remarkable growth in a rapidly evolving industry.
Life At Cognitiv
Our solutions provide advertisers with more time and freedom to concentrate on what matters to them most, both professionally and personally. We carry this philosophy into our workplace, offering our employees more chances to grow, collaborate, and achieve their goals. At Cognitiv, you will get MORE:
- Festiv - Fun and positivity are integral to our work environment. From cross-departmental games to friendly competitions and unique events, we ensure a dynamic and enthusiastic culture.
- Responsiv - Making a difference for our clients is at the heart of what we do. To make this one of our superpowers, we strive to create a culture of open communication and continuous learning. You will work closely with clients and key company stakeholders, sharpening your communication skills in a supportive environment where your input and ideas are valued and integral to our success.
- Inclusiv - Diversity and inclusion are more than just words to us—they are principles we live by. We celebrate unique perspectives, ensuring everyone feels valued and respected.
- Inventiv - As industry pioneers, we continuously reinvent and reimagine solutions. Sharing our knowledge and expertise to educate and lead the market is part of our DNA. If you love questioning the status quo, pushing boundaries, and challenging conventional thinking, you will fit right in. We admire intellectual curiosity and encourage it at every turn.
- Transformativ - We invest in the continuous growth and development of our team members, celebrating their contributions and supporting their work-life balance and overall well-being. Our holistic training, onboarding programs, and professional growth and development initiatives ensure you have the resources to succeed.
- Collaborativ - We transcend geographical boundaries, seamlessly operating across two coasts. Our culture thrives on cross-departmental collaboration and a unified sense of purpose, making teamwork a cornerstone of our success.
We are looking for an Ad Operations Associate to launch and QA programmatic advertising campaigns on behalf of our clients. This person will collaborate with a group of experienced and extremely dedicated coworkers who are passionate about advertising, artificial intelligence, and automated problem solving. The role provides an opportunity to deepen one’s knowledge of advertising operations while gaining exposure to deep learning initiatives at the cutting edge of programmatic advertising.
This position will be located in NYC with a hybrid work schedule of 3 days in office (Mon/Tue/Wed) and 2 days remote optional (Thursday/Friday).
Responsibilities
- Setup, QA, and manage digital advertising campaigns from launch to completion
- Facilitate data collection via pixel creation & troubleshooting as well as third-party file ingestion
- Communicate with & respond to requests from the client success team
- Supporting the finance team during the monthly billing process
Requirements
- 1-2 years of experience working in the digital advertising / ad tech ecosystem
- 0-1 year of experience working in ad operations
- Strong working knowledge of Excel, including PivotTables, Xlookups, Countifs, and more
- Highly detail-oriented with the ability to see projects through from start to finish
- Exceptional written and verbal communication
- Technical aptitude with a demonstrated ability to learn new, unfamiliar material & platforms/tools quickly
- Self-starter eager to take on additional responsibilities and grow one’s career in ad ops
Preferred Qualifications
- Past experience working with CM360, Flashtalking, Innovid, or other buy-side ad servers
- Familiarity with the programmatic ecosystem
- Demonstrated ability to QA ad tags using publicly available tools like W3Schools, JSFiddle, etc.
- Bachelor’s Degree
Salary
- $65,000-$80,000 Base Salary + Equity
Actual compensation is based on multiple factors that are unique to each candidate, including and not limited to job-related knowledge, level of relevant experience, education and skills. Base salary is just one component of your total rewards package at Cognitiv. Employees are eligible for equity and various benefits.
Here are some of the many benefits that our employees receive:
● Medical, Dental and Vision coverage, including some plans that are 100% employer paid
● 12 weeks paid parental leave
● Career Ladders slated to advance your career
● Unlimited PTO
● Work-From-Anywhere August
● Equity at all levels
● Comprehensive onboarding program (Cognitiv University)
● Hybrid work model
● Daily Lunch On Us
● Health and Wellness Stipend
● Cell phone reimbursement
● Parking Expense (CA & WA Offices)
● 401(k) plan with employer match
● Employee Assistance Program
● Pre-tax commuter benefits
and MORE!
Cognitiv is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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The Company
What We Do
Cognitiv is a deep learning advertising company redefining how brands connect with consumers. Since 2015, we have built a custom AI platform that predicts consumer behavior in real time and drives performance at scale. Advertisers can activate through their preferred DSP, our managed service DSP, or our industry-first ContextGPT product. By combining advanced data science with flexible activation, we deliver precision, relevance, and measurable impact across channels.
Why Work With Us
At Cognitiv, you will work on real-world AI that directly shapes media performance. We are profitable, growing, and deeply technical, with close access to leadership and clients. We value curiosity, collaboration, and ownership, and we invest in your growth through equity, flexibility, and clear career paths.
