Founding Deployment Strategist

ABOUT THE ROLE Join a fast-growing AI startup in performance marketing as its first dedicated customer-facing deployment hire. You will take ownership of customer deployments, advise consumer businesses on advertising strategy, and build the processes and team that support this work as the company grows. WHAT YOU'LL DO - Manage customer accounts end to end, including weekly calls, customer collateral, and performance presentations for senior executives. - Explain AI-driven advertising actions and recommendations, and bring customers' business context back into the system. - Analyze advertising performance, conduct account audits, and turn detailed metrics into clear executive-ready insights. - Make hands-on changes in advertising accounts when needed to improve campaign execution or fill operational gaps. - Develop deployment processes and playbooks, with the opportunity to hire and lead a team as the function expands. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR - At least 4 years of experience, with a background in consulting and substantial hands-on performance marketing or advertising experience. - Demonstrated ability to assess advertising account data, audit campaigns, and apply sound judgment to performance. - Experience with advertising platforms such as Google Ads and Meta Ads, along with data analysis tools. - Practical experience building with AI tools and developer tools, including workflow automation using tools such as Claude Code or Codex. - Clear, confident communication with C-suite stakeholders and the ability to translate complex analysis into actionable advice. - Startup experience in consumer businesses or advertising technology is useful. A STEM degree or strong academic background is also relevant. - Must already have work authorization that does not require employer-sponsored visa support. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Base salary: $180,000 to $250,000 annually. Visa sponsorship is not available. LOCATION On-site in New York, New York, United States.