Best Adtech Startups Hiring Now
The top adtech startups hiring right now on Migrate Mate include Klaviyo, Liftoff, and The Trade Desk, spanning programmatic advertising platforms, marketing automation, mobile technology, and data connectivity software. Migrate Mate tracks 46 live open roles across 9 adtech startups as of October 15, 2026, updated daily. Adtech is one of the few software sectors where engineers, data scientists, and go-to-market talent work directly on infrastructure that reaches consumers at massive scale.
The best Adtech Startups hiring on Migrate Mate right now
Curated by our editorial team · 46 live roles from Migrate Mate, updated daily
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Klaviyo
MarTechEngineeringSalesKlaviyo has 11 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, the most of any adtech startup we track, concentrated in software engineering (3) and product management (3). Klaviyo builds marketing automation software for e-commerce brands, focusing on email and SMS campaigns powered by customer data. The company went public in 2023 and has continued to scale its product and engineering teams significantly.
Roles by team
- Software Engineering3
- Product Management3
- Cybersecurity3
- Cloud & DevOps1
- Sales1
Open roles11 openSee all 11 roles at KlaviyoView JobPrincipal Software EngineerBoston, MA · On-siteView JobSenior Product Manager, Platform IntegrityBoston, MA · On-siteView JobSenior Lead Product ManagerBoston, MA · On-siteView JobSenior Software Engineer, GrowthBoston, MA · On-siteView JobSenior Security EngineerBoston, MA · On-site - 02
Liftoff
Mobile AdsMachine LearningPerformanceLiftoff has 8 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, concentrated in accounting (1) and business operations (1). Liftoff applies machine learning to mobile app user acquisition and re-engagement, helping performance marketers optimize campaigns across a large network of publishers. The company works primarily with mobile gaming, fintech, and e-commerce app developers.
Roles by team
- Accounting1
- Business Operations1
- Procurement & Purchasing1
- Data Analytics1
- Program Management1
+3 roles across other teams
Open roles8 openSee all 8 roles at LiftoffView JobManager, Technical AccountingSeattle, WA · RemoteView JobSenior Financial Analyst, Deal Desk (Strategic Finance)San Diego, CA · RemoteView JobManager, Commercial Finance (Strategic Finance)Seattle, WA · RemoteView JobSenior Staff Product Manager, eCommerceRedwood City, CA · RemoteView JobInternational Tax ManagerSan Francisco, CA · Remote - 03
The Trade Desk
ProgrammaticData ScienceProductThe Trade Desk has 6 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, concentrated in business development (2) and backend engineering (1). The Trade Desk operates a demand-side platform that lets advertisers run programmatic campaigns across connected TV, audio, display, and other digital channels. It is one of the larger independent adtech companies and consistently invests in product and data science talent.
Roles by team
- Business Development2
- Backend Engineering1
- Finance1
- Partnerships & Business Development1
- Account Management1
Open roles6 openSee all 6 roles at The Trade DeskView JobManager, AccountingVentura, CA · On-siteView JobStaff Salesforce Enterprise Engineer-Service CloudNew York, NY · On-siteView JobSupport EngineerIrvine, CA · On-siteView JobManager, AccountingSanta Barbara, CA · On-siteView JobGeneral Manager, Partner GrowthNew York, NY · On-site - 04
Digital Turbine
Mobile TechEngineeringPartnershipsDigital Turbine has 6 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, concentrated in business strategy (3) and executive leadership & C-Suite (2). Digital Turbine builds mobile advertising and app delivery technology for carriers, device manufacturers, and app developers. Its platform is embedded at the device level, giving it distribution reach that most mobile adtech companies do not have.
Roles by team
- Business Strategy3
- Executive Leadership & C-Suite2
- Frontend Engineering1
Open roles6 openSee all 6 roles at Digital TurbineView JobLead Data ScientistNew York, NY · HybridView JobLead Product Marketing ManagerNew York, NY · HybridView JobLead Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)Austin, TX · HybridView JobDirector of Corporate StrategyAustin, TX · HybridView JobSenior Full Stack EngineerDurham, NC · Hybrid - 05
Viant Technology
ProgrammaticAnalyticsSalesViant Technology has 5 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, concentrated in software engineering (4) and strategy & corporate development (1). Viant Technology offers a people-based programmatic advertising platform for planning, buying, and measuring digital media campaigns. The company emphasizes identity-based targeting and transparent reporting as differentiators for agency and brand clients.
Roles by team
- Software Engineering4
- Strategy & Corporate Development1
Open roles5 openSee all 5 roles at Viant TechnologyView JobSoftware EngineerIrvine, CA · On-siteView JobSoftware EngineerLos Angeles, CA · On-siteView JobSenior Manager, Corporate FinanceIrvine, CA · On-siteView JobStaff Software EngineerIrvine, CA · On-siteView JobStaff Software EngineerIrvine, CA · On-site - Editor’s note
What to look for in an adtech startup
Adtech companies range from early-stage teams still finding product-market fit to publicly traded platforms processing billions of ad auctions daily. The stage of the company shapes nearly everything about the role: the pace, the scope of your work, and how your compensation is structured. Before accepting an offer, it is worth understanding whether the company's revenue model is built on durable infrastructure or dependent on a few large clients or a single channel.
Revenue Model Clarity
Understand whether the company earns from self-serve platform fees, managed services, or media margin. Platform-driven revenue tends to scale more predictably and signals a more stable engineering and product investment cycle.
Data and Privacy Roadmap
Third-party cookie deprecation and evolving privacy regulations are reshaping how adtech companies target and measure audiences. Ask specifically how the company's product strategy accounts for a cookieless environment.
Team Structure and Ownership
Early-stage adtech roles often combine responsibilities across product, data, and client work. Confirm whether the role has clear ownership or whether scope is still being defined, as that affects growth trajectory significantly.
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InMobi
Mobile AdsPerformanceEngineeringInMobi has 5 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, concentrated in program management (1) and executive leadership & C-Suite (1). InMobi develops mobile and digital advertising technology used by brands and performance marketers to reach audiences across apps and the open web. The company has a global footprint with offices across the United States, Asia, and Europe.
Roles by team
- Program Management1
- Executive Leadership & C-Suite1
- Software Engineering1
- Business Operations1
- Customer Success1
Open roles5 openSee all 5 roles at InMobiView JobSenior Manager, Revenue Operations - ExchangeNew York, NY · On-siteView JobSenior Manager, Revenue Operations - North AmericaNew York, NY · On-siteView JobSenior Client Growth ManagerNew York, NY · On-siteView JobDirector, Product Marketing - DSPSan Mateo, CA · On-siteView JobSenior Client Growth ManagerSan Francisco, CA · On-site - 07
LiveRamp
Data TechIdentityPartnershipsLiveRamp has 2 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, concentrated in software engineering (2). LiveRamp provides data connectivity and identity resolution technology that helps businesses collaborate on data across marketing, media, and financial services. Its Clean Room and RampID products are used by major publishers, retailers, and brands.
Roles by team
- Software Engineering2
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GumGum
Contextual AdsProgrammaticProductGumGum has 2 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, concentrated in customer service (1) and business operations (1). GumGum builds contextual advertising technology that analyzes page and video content to serve relevant ads without relying on third-party cookies or personal data identifiers. The company serves agencies and programmatic buyers looking for privacy-forward targeting options.
Roles by team
- Customer Service1
- Business Operations1
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Rokt
Commerce TechEngineeringGrowthRokt has 1 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, concentrated in customer success (1). Rokt builds transaction-moment marketing software that connects businesses with consumers at the point of purchase, enabling personalized offers during checkout experiences. Its commerce-focused model distinguishes it from traditional display advertising platforms.
Roles by team
- Customer Success1
Open roles1 openView JobStrategic Customer Success ManagerNew York, NY · On-site
How adtech startups pay and equity work
Compensation at adtech startups follows the broader software industry pattern, where base salary, equity, and bonus are all part of the package, but their relative weight shifts considerably with company stage. Later-stage and publicly traded adtech companies tend to pay base salaries close to what large enterprise tech employers offer, with equity delivered as restricted stock units that vest on a predictable schedule. Earlier-stage companies typically offer lower base salaries in exchange for option grants that carry more upside potential and more uncertainty. The day-to-day trade-off at a growth-stage adtech company is a meaningful one. Roles tend to carry broader scope than equivalent positions at larger organizations, which means faster skill development but also less specialization early on. Engineering teams at adtech companies often work on high-throughput, latency-sensitive systems, while go-to-market roles involve navigating clients with sophisticated measurement requirements. The work rewards people who are comfortable with ambiguity, interested in the intersection of data and media, and willing to grow into their responsibilities rather than slot into a fully defined function.
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Which adtech startups are hiring the most right now?
Klaviyo is hiring the most, with 11 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, followed by Liftoff (8) and The Trade Desk (6). Migrate Mate tracks 46 live roles across 9 adtech startups in total, updated daily, so the order shifts as companies open and close positions.
Do adtech startups pay well compared to larger tech companies?
Generally, yes. Growth-stage adtech companies are typically competitive with large tech employers on base salary, particularly at the senior individual contributor and management levels. The meaningful difference is in how total compensation is structured: more of the package sits in equity rather than cash, especially at pre-IPO companies. Later-stage adtech firms closely match market cash rates, while earlier-stage companies trade a lower base for larger option grants with longer-term upside potential.
What kinds of roles do adtech startups typically hire for?
Adtech startups hire most heavily in software engineering, product management, and cybersecurity. Across the 9 adtech startups Migrate Mate tracks, software engineering is the largest function at 10 of 46 open roles as of October 15, 2026, followed by product management (3) and cybersecurity (3).
Do adtech startups hire remotely?
It depends on the company and the function. Of the roles Migrate Mate tracks across these 9 adtech startups, 39% are remote or hybrid as of October 15, 2026. Remote availability varies by team and role, so each Migrate Mate listing shows its work location before you apply.