Principal Product Manager, Bidding & Marketplace (AdTech)

TL;DR

Principal Product Manager, Bidding & Marketplace (AdTech): Leading the evolution of hirify.global's bidding product portfolio, from foundational auction algorithms to advanced optimization systems with an accent on product strategy, machine learning, and marketplace dynamics. Focus on designing and implementing advanced auction algorithms and optimization systems, driving innovation in auction mechanisms, bid optimization, and ensuring vendor satisfaction and business growth across a global platform.

Location: Hybrid in Berlin, Germany (2 days a week on campus)

Company

hirify.global is the world’s pioneering local delivery platform, operating in over 70 countries and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, focusing on connecting vendors with customers through advanced auction technology.

What you will do

• Define and execute the long-term product vision and strategy for bidding and auction experiences across a global platform.
• Partner with senior leadership to align bidding initiatives with broader business objectives and drive product adoption.
• Leverage deep expertise in machine learning and data science to guide technical product decisions and implement advanced auction algorithms.
• Drive innovation in auction mechanisms, bid optimization, dynamic pricing systems, and vendor intent prediction.
• Lead end-to-end bidding product development from ideation through launch and optimization.
• Act as a global leader, conducting research, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and mentoring technical product management capabilities.

Requirements

• 8-12+ years of product management/development experience, with 6+ years in bidding, auction systems, or marketplace monetization.
• Strong technical background in data science, machine learning, and statistical analysis.
• Deep understanding of auction technologies including real-time bidding, optimization algorithms, and pricing models.
• Experience with experimentation frameworks and statistical methods for product optimization.
• Highly analytical with strong commercial acumen, able to communicate product initiatives through data.
• Ability to work in a hybrid model requiring attendance at the Berlin campus 2 days a week.

Nice to have

• Hands-on experience in Python, R, SQL, Spark, and TensorFlow/PyTorch.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid working model with 2 days on campus in Berlin.
• 27 days holiday with an extra day on the 2nd and 3rd year of service.
• €1,000 Educational Budget, Language Courses, Parental Support, and access to Udemy Business platform.
• Health Checkups, Meditation, Gym & Bicycle Subsidy.
• Employee Share Purchase Plan, Sabbatical Bank, Public Transportation Ticket Discount, Life & Accident Insurance, Corporate Pension Plan.
• Digital Meal Vouchers, Food Vouchers, and Corporate Discounts.