Role overview

Qualifications

Technical degree in a quantitative field such as Engineering, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, or Data Science
5+ years of experience in data-heavy analysis or business intelligence roles, with a proven track record in digital advertising or marketplace environments
3+ years of experience leading, managing, or mentoring a team of data professionals (as a Team Lead, Tech Lead, or Manager)
Fluency with Big Data: Expert-level mastery of SQL and strong capability to work independently in Python or R notebooks for advanced data manipulation

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and scale a team of 3-5 data analysts
Deep-dive into massive, fast-moving RTB datasets to decode auction dynamics, diagnose market fluctuations, and identify revenue opportunities
Define and implement frameworks for peer review, data validation, and documentation
Drive the strategy for automated reporting and data democratization

Key facts

Remote from: Spain
Full time
Senior (5-10 years)
English

Hard skills

SQL (Programming Language) Python (Programming Language) Big Data Business Intelligence Data Visualization

Other skills

Team Leadership
Communication
Mentorship
Problem Solving

About the company

Smadex SLU

Marketing & Advertising

Smadex is the transparent DSP engineered for growth. The number one solution for user acquisition, retargeting and branding campaigns. We address the challenges and concerns of marketers by providing a fully transparent platform built on strong technology, countless programmatic management features and powerful machine learning algorithms that focus on achieving real outcomes. Advertisers can access global consumers on the highest quality brand safe and viewable inventory at scale, and capture attention using strong and engaging ad formats to drive performance sales and brand metrics. Smadex partners with the leading third party platforms to provide the most innovative solutions and independent measurement. Our open platform can easily plug and play with any new external partners. Smadex is a technology company led by engineering and data science, working with agencies and direct clients across the globe.Smadex is a business unit of Entravision Communications (NYSE: EVC)

Company details

IndustryMarketing & Advertising

Company size501 - 1000

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Job description

Smadex is a leading advertising technology company founded in Barcelona in 2011 and sold to American-based and stock-listed Entravision in 2018 (NYSE::EVC). We are a fully transparent platform built with top technology, countless programmatic management features and powerful machine learning algorithms to help advertisers grow their business at scale. We are currently considered one of the top mobile ad-tech companies in the world.

About the Role

As a Data Analysis Lead, you will bridge the gap between complex big data , strategic business and product decisions. You will lead a talented team of 3 to 5 data analysts, overseeing the analysis of massive programmatic advertising datasets. You will be responsible for ensuring high-quality insights to shape your product development..

Your tasks and responsibilities:

Lead, mentor, and scale a team of 3-5 data analysts. Own the team’s operational workflow, prioritize incoming analytical requests from cross-functional stakeholders, and optimize delivery timelines.

Deep-dive into massive, fast-moving RTB datasets to decode auction dynamics, diagnose market fluctuations, and identify revenue opportunities; translate these findings into automated, self-service BI frameworks that democratize data access and eliminate ad-hoc extraction across the business.

Define and implement frameworks for peer review, data validation, and documentation. Ensure that all insights, models and custom dashboards delivered by the team meet the highest standards of statistical accuracy.

Work directly with Product Management, Data Science, and Engineering as a technical peer to define how performance signals are monitored, and translate complex data trends into actionable product decisions.

Empower Self-Service BI:

Drive the strategy for automated reporting and data democratization, reducing ad-hoc data extraction requests and enabling other teams to make data-driven decisions independently.

Skills and requirements:

Technical degree in a quantitative field such as Engineering, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, or Data Science.
5+ years of experience in data-heavy analysis or business intelligence roles, with a proven track record in digital advertising or marketplace environments.
3+ years of experience leading, managing, or mentoring a team of data professionals (as a Team Lead, Tech Lead, or Manager).
Fluency with Big Data: Expert-level mastery of SQL and strong capability to work independently in Python or R notebooks for advanced data manipulation.
Excellent written and verbal communication. Ability to synthesize complex technical anomalies or analytical conclusions into clear executive summaries for non-technical stakeholders.

Please note that we do NOT provide VISA sponsorship. Candidates without a work authorization to work in the US won't be considered.

What is in it for you:

Integrate a highly motivated, young and dynamic team
Great compensation package
Top location at the heart of Barcelona with a rooftop terrace, Barbecue, and a fully stocked fridge
Great work-life balance: work from home (2 days per week), flexible hours
Meal vouchers - Ticket Restaurant monthly allowance
Monthly gym allowance: Choose between DiR and Wellhub
LinkedIn Learning and training opportunities
Monthly TGIF events
Regular team-building events
Fun and friendly work environment with talented marketers and engineers from over 40 countries
And more!