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Associate Product Manager

The Trade Desk
Location
San Francisco
Posted
17 days ago
Department
Product Management
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 1 to 5 years in product management or an adjacent role like solutions engineering, analytics, or consulting
  • Ability to prototype quickly using tools like Figma or AI-built prototypes
  • Comfortable in ambiguity and able to make clear arguments
  • Experience in solving real problems for users based on actual needs
  • Ability to connect platform capabilities to GTM workflows
  • Ownership of outcomes and ability to define success metrics
Nice to have
  • Exposure to CRM, revenue, or GTM systems
  • Familiarity with APIs and data flow between enterprise tools
What the job really is

As an Associate Product Manager at The Trade Desk, you will help shape the roadmap for GTM products that support the company's global operations. Your role involves collaborating with various teams to turn ideas into intelligent products, prototyping quickly, and solving real user problems based on feedback from Sales and Client Services. You will be responsible for defining success metrics, executing plans, and tracking outcomes to ensure effective product delivery.

Benefits
  • Comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, and vision) with premiums paid in full for employees and dependents
  • 401k plan with company match
  • Short and long-term disability coverage
  • Basic life insurance
  • Well-being benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of remote work options
  • The role requires navigating ambiguity, which may not suit everyone
  • The salary range is broad, indicating potential variability based on experience and negotiation
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Career value4/5
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