Product Strategy and Operations Lead, Ad Experiences - Santa Monica California

Company: Roku, Inc.
Location: Santa Monica, California
Posted On: 02/02/2025

Teamwork makes the stream work.Roku is changing how the world watches TVRoku is the #1 TV streaming platform in the US and Mexico, and we've set our sights on powering every television in the world. Roku pioneered streaming to the TV. Our mission is to be the TV streaming platform that connects the entire TV ecosystem. We connect consumers to the content they love, enable content publishers to build and monetize large audiences, and provide advertisers unique capabilities to engage consumers.From your first day at Roku, you'll make a valuable - and valued - contribution. We're a fast-growing public company where no one is a bystander. We offer you the opportunity to delight millions of TV streamers around the world while gaining meaningful experience across a variety of disciplines.About the teamAt Roku, the Product Strategy & Operations team specializes in bringing new ad products and partnerships to market. We support the launch of new products and capabilities for Roku's advertisers through a focus on release management, scaling of processes and operations, and assistance in roadmap planning and prioritization. We work closely with Product Managers and are a key interface for Ad Sales partners, including Product Marketing, Product Solutions, Partnerships, Client Services, and Revenue Operations.About the roleAs a Product Strategy & Operations Lead for Ad Experiences, your job is to ensure the successful launch and adoption of new ad formats across Roku's user platform. You will work collaboratively and cross-functionally with teams across both Consumer and Advertising organizations to bring these experiences to market and evaluate new opportunities to enhance our portfolio. This includes leading non-engineering product initiatives, such as activation process improvements and policy updates, to drive accelerated business growth. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of launching ad experiences, strategic planning, and cross-functional leadership.For California Only - The estimated annual salary for this position is between $108,000 - $162,000 annually.Compensation packages are based on factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, certifications, and specific geographical location.This role is eligible for health insurance, equity awards, life insurance, disability benefits, parental leave, wellness benefits, and paid time off.What you'll be doing

• Ensure product launch readiness for Roku's native ads and sponsorships, with focus on Alpha testing and launch of Betas
• Establish/track exit criteria for new releases, emphasizing product scalability and performance (with proven and measurable results)
• Partner with Ad Marketing teams to position and differentiate Roku's ad solutions based on trends, industry challenges, and evolving market needs
• Act as a trusted partner to Ad Sales & Solutions teams, incorporating their feedback into the product roadmap to address market needs
• Partner with Product Management to shape roadmap development and release strategy in annual/quarterly product planning cycles
• Analyze and lead non-engineering opportunities for Ad Product organization, including expansion to new markets/verticals through policy/process updates
• Communicate product status/progress to cross-functional partners and provide clarity in ambiguous situations to ensure all teams are aligned to opportunities and risksWe're excited if you have
  • Proven experience in product strategy, operations, and project/program management
  • Strong understanding of the product development lifecycle and go-to-market strategies
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills
  • Ability to define and measure success metrics, ensuring continuous improvement
  • Ability to engage and influence cross-functional teams and external partners
  • 3-5 years of professional work experience within digital media or a similar industry
  • Highly collaborative and flexible work style, with the ability to adapt quickly to evolving business needsBenefitsRoku is committed to offering a diverse range of benefits as part of our compensation package to support our employees and their families. Our comprehensive benefits include global access to mental health and financial wellness support and resources. Local benefits include statutory and voluntary benefits which may include healthcare (medical, dental, and vision), life, accident, disability, commuter, and retirement options (401(k)/pension). Our employees can take time off work for vacation and other personal reasons to balance their evolving work and life needs. It's important to note that not every benefit is available in all locations or for every role. For details specific to your location, please consult with your recruiter.The Roku CultureRoku is a great place for people who want to work in a fast-paced environment where everyone is focused on the company's success rather than their own. We try to surround ourselves with people who are great at their jobs, who are easy to work with, and who keep their egos in check. We appreciate a sense of humor. We believe a fewer number of very talented folks can do more for less cost than a larger number of less talented teams. We're independent thinkers with big ideas who act boldly, move fast and accomplish extraordinary things through collaboration and trust. In short, at Roku you'll be part of a company that's changing how the world watches TV.We have a unique culture that we are proud of. We think of ourselves primarily as problem-solvers, which itself is a two-part idea. We come up with the solution, but the solution isn't real until it is built and delivered to the customer. That penchant for action gives us a pragmatic approach to innovation, one that has served us well since 2002.To learn more about Roku, our global footprint, and how we've grown, visit .By providing your information, you acknowledge that you have read our and authorize Roku to process your data subject to those terms.
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