
Cognitiv is an artificial intelligence marketing company founded in 2015, leveraging deep learning and data science to predict consumer behavior and drive full-funnel marketing performance at scale. Their proprietary Deep Learning Advertising Platform offers marketers flexibility, functioning as a dynamic deal through preferred DSPs, a managed service DSP, or via their ContextGPT product. Cognitiv aims to bring intelligence to advertising by enabling brands to connect with customers through precise, relevant, and impactful ad experiences across various channels including display, audience, mobile, and connected TV. The company has been recognized in numerous press mentions and highlights client success stories in case studies, showcasing the effectiveness of their AI-driven solutions.

Cognitiv is an artificial intelligence marketing company founded in 2015, leveraging deep learning and data science to predict consumer behavior and drive full-funnel marketing performance at scale. Their proprietary Deep Learning Advertising Platform offers marketers flexibility, functioning as a dynamic deal through preferred DSPs, a managed service DSP, or via their ContextGPT product. Cognitiv aims to bring intelligence to advertising by enabling brands to connect with customers through precise, relevant, and impactful ad experiences across various channels including display, audience, mobile, and connected TV. The company has been recognized in numerous press mentions and highlights client success stories in case studies, showcasing the effectiveness of their AI-driven solutions.
Founded: 2015
Core tech: Proprietary Deep Learning Advertising Platform (NeuralMind / DLAP)
Products: Deep Learning DSP, Curation, ContextGPT, Performance CTV
Headcount (approx.): 156
Total funding (recorded): USD 4,950,000
Programmatic advertising and digital marketing performance optimization using deep learning.
2015
Advertising technology; artificial intelligence marketing
Crunchbase records indicate a Convertible Note as the most recent round.
“Ethos Family Office listed as an investor”
Are you ready to revolutionize the advertising industry? At Cognitiv, we are not just another AdTech company—we are industry trailblazers redefining media buying with our Deep Learning Advertising Platform. Since 2015, we have harnessed the power of cutting-edge deep learning technology and data science to transform how brands connect with their customers. Our mission? To bring intelligence to advertising and deliver unparalleled precision, relevance, and impact at scale.
With our innovative platform, advertisers enjoy unprecedented flexibility—whether it is activating Dynamic Deals through their preferred DSP, leveraging our managed service DSP, or utilizing our industry-first ContextGPT product. As a part of Cognitiv, you will be at the forefront of AI-driven advertising solutions, driving change and achieving remarkable growth in a rapidly evolving industry.
Life At Cognitiv Our solutions provide advertisers with more time and freedom to concentrate on what matters to them most, both professionally and personally. We carry this philosophy into our workplace, offering our employees more chances to grow, collaborate, and achieve their goals. At Cognitiv, you will get MORE :
We are seeking a Manager or Senior Manager, Machine Learning Research Science with a strong background in leading advanced deep learning projects, feature enhancement, and Large Language Model (LLM) integration. In this role, you will lead and mentor a team of seasoned adtech research scientists, driving the advancement of real-time bidding (RTB) algorithms and the incorporation of LLM technology into our adtech solutions. You will oversee the development and optimization of robust, end-to-end training pipelines, enhance our algorithmic strategies, and ensure the successful implementation of innovative technologies that revolutionize feature capabilities and model architectures within the adtech industry. Additionally, you will maintain a hands-on approach, actively participating in code reviews and contributing directly to the technical development of your team members. If you are passionate about leading a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment and eager to tackle complex challenges in adtech, we invite you to join our team of experts in this transformative managerial role.
This position will be located in San Mateo, CA with a hybrid work schedule of 3 days in office (Mon/Tue/Wed) and 2 days remote (Thursday/Friday). Responsibilities
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Actual compensation is based on multiple factors that are unique to each candidate, including and not limited to job-related knowledge, level of relevant experience, education and skills. Base salary is just one component of your total rewards package at Cognitiv. Employees are eligible for equity and various benefits.
Here are some of the many benefits that our employees receive:
and MORE! Cognitiv is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.