Independent Board Director (Performance AdTech) USA (Remote) / Barcelona, Spain An independent, non‑executive board director is sought with deep experience in performance‑based advertising technology, particularly DSP platforms driven by machine learning and optimization algorithms. The candidate should bring operator‑level experience from leading performance advertising platforms and be able to contribute meaningfully to discussions on machine learning‑driven ad optimization, advertiser acquisition and growth, and competitive positioning in performance advertising.

Appodeal is building a performance‑based DSP and advertising infrastructure platform powered by machine learning, with the long‑term goal of enabling advertisers to acquire users and customers efficiently through data‑driven optimization and ML‑based bidding systems.

Strategic Focus of the Role The primary mission of this board role is to strengthen Appodeal’s ability to build a world‑class ML‑driven performance DSP.

The director will contribute a perspective on: performance advertising market dynamics; advertiser growth and retention; machine learning‑driven optimization; industry partnerships.

Responsibilities

Participate in quarterly board meetings.





Provide independent strategic guidance to the CEO and leadership team.

Contribute to discussions around product strategy, partnerships, and market position.

Help evaluate major strategic initiatives.

Provide perspective on industry trends and competitive threats.

Support the company through relevant industry connections and relationships.

Board members do not participate in day‑to‑day operations.

Adecuado Background

Senior operator with leadership experience in performance advertising platforms or performance marketing infrastructure.

Deep expertise in performance advertising platforms.

Strong industry network and relationships.

High strategic judgment.

Willingness to challenge assumptions constructively.

Long‑term thinking aligned with building durable technology platforms.

Time Commitment Estimated commitment: approximately four weeks per year, including preparation and participation in board meetings and occasional strategic discussions with the leadership team.

With an outstanding product and a mission that excites and inspires, Appodeal offers a unique opportunity to make an impact while being part of an amazing team.

Join us and help shape the future of mobile app success!

📌 Independent Board Director (Performance AdTech) (Madrid)
🏢 Appodeal
📍 Madrid