Ad Sales Lead, Central

Join Duolingo's direct ad business to open and lead the Central region as an Ad Sales Lead. This senior individual-contributor role involves setting regional strategy, building a pipeline, cultivating senior relationships, and closing high-impact deals.

• Own the Central region's direct ads strategy and revenue outcomes.
• Build and grow senior relationships with brands and agencies.
• Lead complex deals end-to-end.
• Translate Duolingo's strengths into commercial narratives.
• Partner with cross-functional teams.
• Share market feedback to inform pricing and packaging.
• Establish repeatable systems for the ads business.

• 8+ years in direct digital ad sales.
• Success selling premium video and native/custom ad formats.
• Proven ability as a senior seller in an evolving business.
• Strong commercial judgment.
• Ability to influence senior decision makers.
• Strong understanding of ad tech and mobile app ecosystems.
• Excellent communication skills.

Base salary range: $140,000—$210,000 USD, supplemented by equity compensation.

Equity compensation is provided. Additional benefits are described on the company's benefits page.

Apply via the job posting.