Ad Tech Specialist

WELCOME TO OLX   We're building marketplace sustainable ecosystems that millions of people depend on every month – to buy and sell cars, find homes, land jobs, and trade secondhand goods. It's commerce that matters: safe, smart, and environmentally responsible.   We do this with courage to innovate, commitment to outcomes, collaboration across 50+ nationalities and 7 markets, and a customer-led approach that puts real people first. Add a desire to win – and you get a culture that's ambitious, fast-moving, and built on trust.   Our brands – including AutoTrader, OLX, Otomoto Property24, and more – are loved by millions. And we're backed by Prosus, one of the world's largest tech investors.   Join OLX and see how far you can go.

What do you need to be successful in this role?

• Manage and supervise ad technology platforms effectively;
• Address and resolve any technical challenges in ad delivery, targeting, tracking, and analytics to ensure smooth operations;
• Keep up-to-date with the latest trends and developments in advertising technology. Assess and endorse new tools and platforms that can enhance campaign efficacy and efficiency;
• Engage closely with all relevant parties, including external partners, to align advertising efforts with overarching company and market strategies;
• In collaboration with teams like Product Development, Ad Operations, and Sales, create and roll out innovative advertising products, as well as create/maintain WordPress or similar pages;
• Work intimately with the Product and Technology departments to facilitate the effective implementation of advertising solutions;
• Offer guidance and training to internal teams on the utilization of ad tech tools and industry best practices;
• Conduct A/B and multivariate testing to fine-tune advertising creatives, explore new initiatives, or adjust existing structures;
• Design, test, and implement novel advertising formats like creative templates, custom creatives, and native formats, ensuring wide delivery and maintenance of existing templates for optimal performance;
• Support the implementation of programmatic advertising strategies.

What do we expect from you?

• Preferred degree/training in Marketing, Advertising, Information Technology, or a related field;
• Proven experience in digital advertising or ad tech (both for web and mobile app platforms);
• Strong understanding of the online advertising ecosystem, including programmatic buying, RTB (Real-Time Bidding), and ad networks;
• Proficiency in using ad tech platforms such as Google Ad Manager, Adobe Advertising Cloud, or similar;
• Excellent analytical skills with an ability to analyze data and generate actionable insights;
• Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript;
• Knowledge of data analysis tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Tableau);
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously;
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail;
• Proficiency in English.

What can you expect from us and what do we offer?

• Flat hierarchies
• A high degree of autonomy as OLX believes in empowering people
• Access to the best training on the market 
• A vibrant environment and a chance to work with committed, dynamic colleagues
• A competitive compensation package that includes exciting perks and benefits

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