Best Adtech Startups Hiring Now
The top adtech startups hiring right now on Migrate Mate include Klaviyo, The Trade Desk, and Rokt, spanning programmatic advertising platforms, marketing automation, mobile technology, and data connectivity software. Migrate Mate tracks 167 live open roles across 9 adtech startups as of July 16, 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 · 167 live roles from Migrate Mate, updated daily
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Klaviyo
MarTechEngineeringSalesKlaviyo has 74 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, the most of any adtech startup we track, concentrated in product management (13) and software engineering (12). 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
- Product Management13
- Software Engineering12
- Compliance & Legal4
- Sales3
- Partnerships & Business Development3
+15 roles across other teams
Open roles74 openSee all 74 roles at KlaviyoApplyEngineering ManagerBoston, MA · HybridApplyPrincipal Software EngineerBoston, MA · On-siteApplySenior Full Stack EngineerBoston, MA · On-siteApplySenior Technical Program ManagerBoston, MA · On-siteApplySenior Product Designer, EditorsBoston, MA · On-site - 02
The Trade Desk
ProgrammaticData ScienceProductThe Trade Desk has 24 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in backend engineering (5) and software engineering (3). 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
- Backend Engineering5
- Software Engineering3
- Account Management2
- Project & Program Management2
- Business Analyst1
+10 roles across other teams
Open roles24 openSee all 24 roles at The Trade DeskApplyIT Systems Administrator-Collaboration ToolsVentura, CA · On-siteApplyIT Systems Engineer-Identity & AutomationVentura, CA · On-siteApplySr Forward Deployed Engineer - AI EnablementBellevue, WA · On-siteApplySupport EngineerIrvine, CA · On-siteApplySr Enterprise Engineer - SalesforceSeattle, WA · On-site - 03
Rokt
Commerce TechEngineeringGrowthRokt has 18 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in finance (5) and business operations (2). 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
- Finance5
- Business Operations2
- Customer Success2
- Sales2
- Software Engineering2
+4 roles across other teams
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Viant Technology
ProgrammaticAnalyticsSalesViant Technology has 12 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in software engineering (7) and customer success (2). 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 Engineering7
- Customer Success2
- Product Management1
- Strategy & Corporate Development1
- Sales1
Open roles12 openSee all 12 roles at Viant TechnologyApplySr. Technical Account ManagerNew York, NY · On-siteApplySr. Technical Account ManagerBoston, MA · On-siteApplySoftware EngineerIrvine, CA · On-siteApplySoftware EngineerLos Angeles, CA · On-siteApplySenior Software EngineerIrvine, CA · On-site - 05
LiveRamp
Data TechIdentityPartnershipsLiveRamp has 12 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in software engineering (3) and account management (1). 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 Engineering3
- Account Management1
- Engineering (Non-Software)1
- Business Strategy1
- Creative & Design1
+3 roles across other teams
Open roles12 openSee all 12 roles at LiveRampApplyExecutive Account DirectorNew York, NY · RemoteApplySoftware Development Engineer - Identity & Real-Time SystemsNew York, NY · RemoteApplyStaff Technical Program Manager, Data MarketplaceSan Francisco, CA · RemoteApplyCS Strategy & Operations LeadSan Francisco, CA · RemoteApplyPrincipal Product Manager Application - Experience (AX)San Francisco, CA · Remote - 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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Digital Turbine
Mobile TechEngineeringPartnershipsDigital Turbine has 8 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in product management (2) and data engineering (1). 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
- Product Management2
- Data Engineering1
- Frontend Engineering1
- Creative & Design1
- Business Strategy1
+2 roles across other teams
Open roles8 openSee all 8 roles at Digital TurbineApplySenior Director, Product ManagementDurham, NC · HybridApplySenior Android Software EngineerDurham, NC · HybridApplyLead Full Stack Software EngineerDurham, NC · HybridApplySenior Full Stack EngineerNew York, NY · HybridApplySenior Business Operations & Strategy ManagerAustin, TX · On-site - 07
InMobi
Mobile AdsPerformanceEngineeringInMobi has 8 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in biotech & life sciences (1) and software engineering (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
- Biotech & Life Sciences1
- Software Engineering1
- Business Operations1
- Brand Marketing1
- Customer Service1
+3 roles across other teams
Open roles8 openSee all 8 roles at InMobiApplyApplied Scientist IIISan Mateo, CA · On-siteApplySenior Client Growth ManagerNew York, NY · On-siteApplyDirector, Product Marketing - DSPSan Mateo, CA · On-siteApplyLead Client Growth Manager, West CoastSan Francisco, CA · On-siteApplySenior Manager - Customer SuccessSan Francisco, CA · On-site - 08
Liftoff
Mobile AdsMachine LearningPerformanceLiftoff has 7 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in business operations (1) and content marketing (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
- Business Operations1
- Content Marketing1
- Product Management1
- Account Management1
- Brand Marketing1
+2 roles across other teams
Open roles7 openSee all 7 roles at LiftoffApplySenior GenAI Software EngineerNew York, NY · RemoteApplyLead Product Marketing ManagerRemote · RemoteApplyStaff Product Manager, Conversion MLRedwood City, CA · RemoteApplySales Director, DemandSan Francisco, CA · RemoteApplyMarketing Manager - AMERRemote · Remote - 09
GumGum
Contextual AdsProgrammaticProductGumGum has 4 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in compliance & legal (1) and account management (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
- Compliance & Legal1
- Account Management1
Open roles4 openSee all 4 roles at GumGumApplyAccount DirectorMinneapolis, MN · RemoteApplySales DirectorNew York, NY · On-siteApplyLegal Operations ManagerSanta Monica, CA · On-siteApplySales DirectorBoston, MA · 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 74 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, followed by The Trade Desk (24) and Rokt (18). Migrate Mate tracks 167 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 sales. Across the 9 adtech startups Migrate Mate tracks, software engineering is the largest function at 28 of 167 open roles as of July 16, 2026, followed by product management (17) and sales (6).
Do adtech startups hire remotely?
It depends on the company and the function. Of the roles Migrate Mate tracks across these 9 adtech startups, 20% are remote or hybrid as of July 16, 2026. Remote availability varies by team and role, so each Migrate Mate listing shows its work location before you apply.