Programmatic Director
Jellyfish • Mumbai
Posted: February 20, 2026
Job Description
At Jellyfish, we believe in the power of diverse perspectives and inclusive collaboration. We welcome individuals who excel in collaborative, varied teams and value the unique contributions that each person brings to the table.
Jellyfish is a global digital marketing agency; a unique fusion of tech enthusiasts, creative minds, and media and data experts all united to empower our clients along their digital journey. Our commitment to embracing diverse perspectives fuels our innovation and strategies that challenge the status quo, reinvent media activation, and craft influential stories for our global clients and their customers. Join us in shaping a future where business growth and personal fulfilment go hand in hand.
Job Description
Reporting to the VP, as a Programmatic Director, you'll support the business through consulting with clients to advance their strategy, implementing media and technology programs on behalf of amazing brands, pitching, and supporting all aspects of our client's media activation. Additionally, you will develop and support the Programmatic department as a whole through training, mentorship, and larger process implementation.
Your primary responsibilities will include:
Promote the latest Programmatic technology solutions and industry trends
Collaborate across our teams to create holistic advertiser solutions that span all areas of the digital spectrum
Mentor and educate members of the Programmatic Display team to enhance platform expertise, client performance, and individual's ongoing personal development
Manage resourcing and allocation across a large client portfolio
Partner with Business Development to generate strategies for prospective clients, including asset development, client communication, and in-person client presentations
Align with leaders across the business to create best practices, develop processes, and promote knowledge-sharing
Oversee/ensure deal economics, media allocation, and advertiser investment decisions
Develop client analysis to build and advance client strategies
You'll create unique ideas and experiment with new methods and technologies to solve complex issues.
You will work in EST Hours.
Qualifications
10+ years of experience in display and programmatic advertising in an agency environment
Proficiency in overseeing the management & success of a large client portfolio
Demonstrated expertise of display advertising, specifically programmatic, real-time bidding, DSP platforms, attribution models, and associated technologies
Skills using Google / Digital Marketing Products including Campaign Manager, Display & Video 360, GA4
Familiarity with demonstrating a structured way of working, with the ability to cope with competing demands
Adept at Excel/Sheets skills are essential, Macros & SQL capabilities.
Note: We emphasise skills, expertise and behavioural attributes over years of experience and traditional degrees. If you want to join our collaborative team, we invite you to apply today with your resume in English.
Additional Information
Join Jellyfish and experience a workplace where we prioritise your growth, celebrate your contributions, and empower you to tailor your work environment to suit your needs.
💰 Reward: You'll be eligible to join our discretionary annual bonus scheme.
💫 Custom Work Environment: Work night shifts remotely (EST Hours)
📈 Growth, Your Way: Accumulate one paid day each month (2 hours per week) for self-development and access to Jellyfish Learn.
🏦 Jellyfish contributes to your retiral benefits via Provident Fund (PF) contribution
Jellyfish provides best-in-class group medical insurance & life insurance cover to employees
Unfortunately, there has been an increase in fake recruiters impersonating Jellyfish and unlawfully using our brand name. If you are unsure if an email with a job offer you have received is genuinely from Jellyfish, or if you suspect any fraudulent activity, please report it to [email protected].
Additional Content
At Jellyfish, we believe in the power of diverse perspectives and inclusive collaboration. We welcome individuals who excel in collaborative, varied teams and value the unique contributions that each person brings to the table.
Jellyfish is a global digital marketing agency; a unique fusion of tech enthusiasts, creative minds, and media and data experts all united to empower our clients along their digital journey. Our commitment to embracing diverse perspectives fuels our innovation and strategies that challenge the status quo, reinvent media activation, and craft influential stories for our global clients and their customers. Join us in shaping a future where business growth and personal fulfilment go hand in hand.
Job Description
Reporting to the VP, as a Programmatic Director, you'll support the business through consulting with clients to advance their strategy, implementing media and technology programs on behalf of amazing brands, pitching, and supporting all aspects of our client's media activation. Additionally, you will develop and support the Programmatic department as a whole through training, mentorship, and larger process implementation.
Your primary responsibilities will include:
Promote the latest Programmatic technology solutions and industry trends
Collaborate across our teams to create holistic advertiser solutions that span all areas of the digital spectrum
Mentor and educate members of the Programmatic Display team to enhance platform expertise, client performance, and individual's ongoing personal development
Manage resourcing and allocation across a large client portfolio
Partner with Business Development to generate strategies for prospective clients, including asset development, client communication, and in-person client presentations
Align with leaders across the business to create best practices, develop processes, and promote knowledge-sharing
Oversee/ensure deal economics, media allocation, and advertiser investment decisions
Develop client analysis to build and advance client strategies
You'll create unique ideas and experiment with new methods and technologies to solve complex issues.
You will work in EST Hours.
Qualifications
10+ years of experience in display and programmatic advertising in an agency environment
Proficiency in overseeing the management & success of a large client portfolio
Demonstrated expertise of display advertising, specifically programmatic, real-time bidding, DSP platforms, attribution models, and associated technologies
Skills using Google / Digital Marketing Products including Campaign Manager, Display & Video 360, GA4
Familiarity with demonstrating a structured way of working, with the ability to cope with competing demands
Adept at Excel/Sheets skills are essential, Macros & SQL capabilities.
Note: We emphasise skills, expertise and behavioural attributes over years of experience and traditional degrees. If you want to join our collaborative team, we invite you to apply today with your resume in English.
Additional Information
Join Jellyfish and experience a workplace where we prioritise your growth, celebrate your contributions, and empower you to tailor your work environment to suit your needs.
💰 Reward: You'll be eligible to join our discretionary annual bonus scheme.
💫 Custom Work Environment: Work night shifts remotely (EST Hours)
📈 Growth, Your Way: Accumulate one paid day each month (2 hours per week) for self-development and access to Jellyfish Learn.
🏦 Jellyfish contributes to your retiral benefits via Provident Fund (PF) contribution
Jellyfish provides best-in-class group medical insurance & life insurance cover to employees
Unfortunately, there has been an increase in fake recruiters impersonating Jellyfish and unlawfully using our brand name. If you are unsure if an email with a job offer you have received is genuinely from Jellyfish, or if you suspect any fraudulent activity, please report it to [email protected].