Head of Mobile DSP

About DataWave

DataWave is a fast-growing Ad-Tech company specializing in large-scale digital advertising and programmatic media buying, with a strong focus on mobile User Acquisition and managing our Demand-Side Platform (DSP) operations.

We operate across all major channels, leveraging advanced technologies in cloud infrastructure, AI, and algorithms to deliver impactful business results at scale.

About the Role

We are looking for a hands-on, strategic leader to head and scale our mobile user acquisition and DSP operations. This is a key leadership role, reporting to the COO and working closely with the CEO and cross-functional teams. You will own the unit’s performance and growth end-to-end — from defining the roadmap, building and managing the team, to delivering measurable business outcomes.

What You’ll Do

• Take full ownership of the mobile UA and DSP business: P&L, strategy, and performance.
• Build and execute high-scale, results-driven user acquisition strategies.
• Lead and grow a team of media buyers, Ad Ops professionals, and DSP specialists.
• Oversee and optimize media buying activities across programmatic and other major channels.
• Define tools and the tech roadmap in collaboration with R&D and leadership.
• Continuously optimize programmatic campaign execution processes to increase efficiency and reduce errors.
• Work closely with BizDev, Product, and external partners to ensure alignment and flawless execution.
• Represent DataWave at industry events, conferences, and strategic partnerships.

Requirements

Background & Experience

• 5+ years in mobile performance marketing — must.
• Proven experience in media buying, including programmatic and large-scale UA campaigns.
• Proven experience in managing teams and owning business goals (P&L, growth targets).
• Deep understanding of AdTech platforms and tools, including DSP, programmatic advertising, and Real-Time Bidding (RTB).
• Proven experience in large-scale User Acquisition — from strategy to hands-on execution.
• Familiarity with industry trends, technologies, and best practices in digital and programmatic advertising.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to turn data into actionable insights.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with cross-functional collaboration experience.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, startup-style environment.
• Hands-on leader — strategic thinker who is not afraid to get involved directly.
• Technical background — a strong plus.

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