Liftoff Mobile · 8 hours ago
Senior Yield Analyst
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$108K/yr - $133K/yr
5+ years expLiftoff Mobile is a leading AI-powered performance marketing platform for the mobile app economy. As a Senior Yield Analyst, you will analyze auction data to identify performance drivers, collaborate with commercial teams to optimize outcomes, and develop monitoring frameworks to ensure operational excellence.
Ad NetworkAd RetargetingAdvertising PlatformsApp MarketingBig DataMobileMobile Advertising
Responsibilities
Analyze auction data (bidding patterns, floors, QPS throttling, traffic shaping, mediation) to identify performance drivers and commercial risks
Conduct deep-dive investigations into revenue fluctuations and DSP requests, separating technical from commercial root causes
Quantify the revenue impact of auction mechanics and surface opportunities for growth
Work hand-in-hand with the VX Commercial team to resolve publisher-facing blockers tied to exchange dynamics
Provide data-backed recommendations that balance publisher objectives with optimal auction outcomes
Support negotiations with insights that protect business outcomes and drive incremental revenue
Build and maintain monitoring frameworks to detect anomalies early and ensure fast triage
Standardize recurring analyses (e.g., auction win rates, floor behaviors, QPS throttling)
Document and communicate methodologies clearly for cross-functional teams
Qualification
Required
B.A./B.S. in Analytics, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, or related field
5+ years of experience in analytics, strategy, or operations; AdTech or programmatic exchange experience strongly preferred
Deep understanding of programmatic auctions, SSP/DSP mechanics, and mediation platforms
Hands-on experience with openRTB protocols, including interpreting bid requests/responses, auction dynamics, and understanding of post-auction and win-notification flows
VAST and MRAID familiarity, particularly how it related to oRTB spec
Proven ability to connect rigorous data analysis to business priorities — translating complex auction dynamics into actionable insights that drive commercial outcomes in fast-paced, ambiguous environments
Strong SQL skills and experience working with large-scale datasets (BigQuery, Snowflake, Databricks)
Clear communicator with the ability to translate complex concepts for both technical and commercial audiences, fostering strong cross-functional collaboration with Product, R&D, and Commercial teams
Preferred
Familiarity with Python for data analysis, automation, and pipeline development is a plus
Benefits
Equity
Health/vision/dental benefits
Medical coverage
Wellness stipends
Company
Liftoff Mobile
Liftoff helps mobile businesses maximize their revenue.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2024 (3)
2022 (6)
2021 (1)
2020 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$6.8MKey Investors
General AtlanticBaseline Ventures
2025-05-05Private Equity
2020-12-22Private Equity
2020-12-22Acquired
Leadership Team
Harry Robertson
Co-founder and CTO
Phil Crosby
Co-founder, Chief Product Officer
Recent News
2025-09-12
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