Global Programmatic Architect

The role

The Global Programmatic Lead acts as the senior technical practice leader for Programmatic Media. This person will design global programmatic methodologies, manage strategic ad-tech partnerships, and serve as a principal technical advisor for Tier-1 enterprise clients.

What you will do

• Own and update the global programmatic playbook
• Triage execution into automated, hybrid, or human-assisted workflows
• Partner with Product teams to feed technical requirements into internal tooling
• Own strategic technical relationships with core platforms
• Architect product narratives and commercial frameworks for major pitches
• Architect the connective programmatic layer across Search, Social, Retail Media, GEO, and Creative
• Act as lead advisor for CMOs and MarTech executives at enterprise accounts
• Advance Tier-1 clients along the programmatic maturity curve
• Serve as the technical filter on complex client briefs
• Represent Jellyfish through POVs, white papers, and industry summits

Required qualifications

• 8+ years of advanced programmatic and ad-tech experience within an agency, DSP/SSP, ad-tech vendor, or sophisticated brand-side media team
• Expert Technical Proficiency across Enterprise DSPs including DV360, The Trade Desk, Amazon DSP, Campaign Manager 360, and major SSP curation tools
• Strong track record designing SPO frameworks, private marketplace (PMP) deal structures, and custom algorithm setups
• Proven background contributing to high-value new business pitches, RFPs, and expanding programmatic scope in enterprise brand accounts
• Proven leadership through influence, upskilling, and technical mentorship across cross-functional teams
• Resume in English

Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus scheme
• Work remotely for up to 60% of your days
• Flexible working hours between 8am. and 6:30pm
• 14 weeks of paid leave for primary caregivers
• 4 weeks of paid leave for secondary caregivers
• £1000 (or equivalent) towards courses for returning primary caregivers

About the company

Jellyfish is a global digital marketing agency consisting of tech enthusiasts, creative minds, and media and data experts. They aim to empower clients along their digital journey through innovation and diverse perspectives.