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Manager - Technology Architecture DAI & Data Advertising)

Location: 

Toronto, ON, CA

Req ID:  47694
Jobs by Category:  Technology Solutions
Job Function:  Network & Engineering
Status:  Full Time
Schedule:  Regular

Description

 

Advanced Data Advertising Lead

 

Join us in shaping the future of advertising!

 

We’re looking for a strategic and innovative leader to join our Advertising Team within the Connected Products & Experiences (CP&E) business unit, supporting TELUS Consumer Solutions. This is a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of CTV/OTT advertising, leveraging advanced data capabilities to create seamless, high-impact ad experiences for our customers—while driving exceptional business outcomes.

 

Why join us?

 

Our team sits at the intersection of business and technology, designing and enabling advertising opportunities that prioritize both user experience and performance. Our vision is to revolutionize our advertising and data platforms to deliver best-in-class solutions across the rapidly growing Connected TV and streaming landscape. Innovation, simplicity, and content discovery are at the heart of everything we do.

 

What you’ll do:

 

As the Advanced Data Advertising Lead, you will:

 

  • Lead the integration of ad insertion technologies, including Dynamic Ad Insertion (DAI), across TELUS’ platforms to enable precise, targeted advertising
  • Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for DAI, guiding cross-functional teams to ensure seamless ad delivery and optimal performance
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders across product, engineering, sales, and strategy teams to build high-performing sales products and long-term market strategies
  • Develop and enhance TELUS’ first-party data offerings, ensuring advertisers have access to valuable, privacy-compliant insights that maximize impact
  • Identify and implement innovative advertising solutions, staying ahead of industry trends to position TELUS as a market leader in data-driven advertising

 

Who you are:

 

  • A media industry expert with a strong understanding of data-driven advertising, ad tech, and programmatic solutions
  • Passionate about innovation and emerging technologies, with a track record of building and optimizing advanced ad solutions
  • A strategic thinker who can connect the dots between technical capabilities and business opportunities
  • An excellent collaborator and communicator, able to work cross-functionally and influence key stakeholders

 

Why TELUS?


At TELUS, we’re committed to transforming the advertising landscape with cutting-edge technology, best-in-class data solutions, and seamless user experiences. Join us and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of digital advertising.
Ready to make an impact? Apply today!
 

 

Qualifications

 

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, data analytics, computer science or related field
  • Extensive knowledge and experience in Dynamic Ad Insertion (DAI) technology, including ad workflows, inventory management, and cross-platform integration.
  • Understanding of SCTE standards for dynamic ad insertion
  • Broad knowledge of Digital TV, Connected TV, Video, DOOH, Native, and Display media, as well as custom executions
  • Practical experience with digital advertising platforms, including Ad Server, SSP/Exchange, DSP, and DMP/CDP
  • Familiarity with IAB Standards (e.g., VAST, ads.txt/app-ads.txt/sellers.json, OpenRTB)
  • Experience with cloud-based ad tech solutions
  • Solid understanding of data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) and how to ensure compliance
  • Passion for technology and entertainment, with a desire to expand knowledge
  • Proven experience leading and mentoring teams, encouraging innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on clear, logical thinking
  • Curious, open-minded, collaborative, and energetic

 

 
Salary Range:  $112,000-$168,000
Performance Bonus or Sales Incentive Plan:  20%

Actual total compensation will be determined based on factors such as knowledge, skills, performance and experience. In addition, TELUS offers rewarding benefits such as:

  • Comprehensive total rewards package highlighting competitive salary and bonus structures, minimum 3 weeks of vacation, and flexible benefits plan to meet the needs of you and your family
  • Flexibility to work in-office, virtually or a combination of both, based on the role's requirements
  • Generous company matched pension and share purchase programs
  • Opportunity to give back to communities in which we work, live and serve
  • Career growth and learning & development opportunities to develop your skills
  • And much more …

Please note that the compensation shown in the job posting may be subject to change in 2025.

A bit about us

We’re a people-focused, customer-first, purpose-driven team who works together every day to innovate and do good. We improve lives through our technology solutions and foster a culture of innovation that empowers team members to solve complex problems and create remarkable human outcomes in a digital world. 

You’ll find our engaging, high-performance culture personally fulfilling, professionally challenging, and financially rewarding. We’re committed to diversity and equitable access to employment opportunities based on ability. Your unique contributions and talents will be valued and respected here. When you join our team, you’re helping us make the future friendly.

Note for Quebec candidates: if knowledge of English is required for this position, it is because the team member will be asked, on a regular basis, to interact in English with external or internal parties or to use English applications or software as part of their tasks.

 

 

 

 

Technology Solutions

We’re into seeing where technology can take us, so if you have ever imagined what the future of supply chain management, cybersecurity, the cloud and Internet of Things will look like, we want you to be part of the team that makes it happen.

We are honoured to be recognized

5G
TELUS’s fastest network. 5G enables a superior experience with fast downloads and richer multimedia applications

6
Innovation centres across Canada that bring our team members together with customers, partners, start ups, universities, hospitals and fellow colleagues to tackle some of the biggest technological hurdles Canada will face in the near future.

1
Million active users logging into My TELUS per month (consumer mobility).

Accessibility

TELUS is proud to foster an inclusive culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to fair employment practices and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities, as required, during the recruitment process.

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