Data Management and BI Associate Director, GOC

Role Summary and Impact

As part of the Global Operations Centre (GOC), you will work closely with teams across the United States, Europe, and Asia to deliver high-impact solutions in a collaborative, multicultural environment. We are looking for an Associate Director who will:

• Participate in the full application and data reporting development lifecycle—including planning, design, development, testing, migration, and production support.
• Build, maintain, and integrate robust RESTful APIs and Web Services.
• Write clean, readable, maintainable, and well-tested code (unit and integration tests).

Skills and Experience

Technical Skills

• PHP Expertise :6+ years of hands-on experience in full-stack PHP web development and web application architecture.
• Frameworks: Proficiency with modern PHP MVC frameworks (CodeIgniter, or similar).
• Database & SQL: Strong experience with relational database design, query optimization, and SQL development (particularly MySQL).
• Front-End Development: Proficient in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+), and modern front-end libraries/frameworks (jQuery/Bootstrap).
• API Integration: Proven expertise building and consuming third-party RESTful APIs and Web Services.
• Testing & Quality Assurance: Demonstrated experience writing unit and integration tests to ensure reliable code delivery.
  
  

Communication & Task Execution Skills

• Active Listening & Task Comprehension
• Verbal & Written Communication
• Self-Direction & Ownership 
  
  

Nice to Have Skills

• Background or experience in advertising technology, media planning, or ad-trafficking systems.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and CI/CD pipelines.

Life at WPP Media & Benefits

Our passion for shaping the next era of media is powered by our commitment to Be Extraordinary, investing in our employees to inspire transformational creativity. We also Lead Optimistically, firmly believing in and Championing Growth and Development for every individual. This commitment allows WPP Media employees to leverage the extensive global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, build vital professional connections, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising.

We Create an Open environment built on trust and respect, where everyone feels they belong and has opportunities to progress. This inclusive culture is fostered through a variety of employee resource groups and frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our comprehensive benefits package reflects this commitment, including competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.

WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection in this open and supportive environment. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.  Please note that while our philosophy is the same across WPP, benefits may vary by office/country.

For Mexico:

This position is available in a Remote or Hybrid Work Modality. The candidate must perform their work from any location within Mexico. Only Mexican nationals residing in the country or foreign nationals with a valid work permit may apply. Remote work from abroad is not permitted under any circumstances.

For Colombia:

This position is in a Remote or Hybrid Work Modality and must be performed within Colombian territory. Only candidates residing in Colombia with a valid work permit may apply. Remote work contracts do not allow employment or relocation abroad.

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While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.