Who you are

• Experience working on ad tech systems such as ad serving, targeting, pacing, measurement, or experimentation
• Experience working within a publisher ad tech environment, including hands on exposure to ad servers, SSPs, and related tooling, with an understanding of how these systems operate together to deliver, measure, and optimize ads at scale
• Strong product judgment and the ability to make thoughtful tradeoffs in complex problem spaces
• Comfort operating in ambiguity and adapting plans as new information emerges
• A collaborative working style and the ability to build trust across teams
• Clear and effective communication
• A track record of shipping products that deliver value to users and the business
• Experience working on consumer-facing products where user experience is critical
• Familiarity with experimentation frameworks and data-informed decision-making

What the job involves

• We are looking for a Staff Product Manager to help build and evolve our advertising products. This role focuses on developing thoughtful ad experiences that drive revenue while respecting the core user experience
• You will work closely with Engineering, Design, and the advertising team to define product direction, prioritize opportunities, and deliver advertising solutions
• Advertising plays an important role in our business, and we believe it should be built with care to support our user experience. This role offers the opportunity to shape how ads are designed, delivered, and experienced, while working alongside a thoughtful, collaborative product team that values strong judgment and real impact
• Own the product strategy and roadmap for key advertising initiatives
• Partner with engineering and design to deliver high-quality ad products from discovery through launch
• Balance advertiser needs with user experience and advertising growth goals
• Use data, experimentation, and user insights to inform decisions and measure impact
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to align on priorities and tradeoffs
• Identify opportunities to improve ad performance, delivery, tech stack and measurement

The application process

• Wattpad is conducting all interviews in a distributed manner using applicable third party software where needed and using visual interface tools such as Google Meet and Zoom

Benefits

• Full health benefits
• Career development & Mentorship opportunities
• RRSP matching
• Generous parental Leave top-up
• Flexible hours
• Regular hackathons
• Healthy snacks & drinks
• Your choice of hardware
• Monthly work-from-home allowance
• Beautiful offices in Toronto and Halifax
• Easy access to transit