# Director of Ad Sales - West at Duolingo

- Company: Duolingo
- What the company does: Learn languages by playing a game. It. Backed by Kleiner Perkins, NEA and USV.
- Company website: https://www.duolingo.com/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Principal and up
- Location: Remote - California
- Work setup: Remote
- Posted: 2026-08-28
- Apply by: 2026-10-14
- Apply: https://careers.duolingo.com/jobs/8761234002?gh_jid=8761234002
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/duolingo-director-of-ad-sales-west/

## About the role

Join us to build Duolingo Ads, Duolingo’s direct ad business. Most learners use our free, ad‑supported app—so great ads are core to our mission. We’re hiring a Head of West Coast Sales to open and scale our West Coast region. You will set regional strategy, build and lead a high‑performing team, and own revenue outcomes across priority verticals and agency holding companies.

## What they're looking for

- 8+ years of direct digital ad sales experience with a consistent track record of hunting, closing, and renewing in premium mobile or consumer app environments
- Success selling video and native/custom formats and structuring innovative agreements with top‑tier advertisers and agencies
- Proven ability to engage senior decision makers while rolling up your sleeves to build collateral, troubleshoot issues, and drive revenue personally
- Strong understanding of ad tech and mobile app ecosystems, with skill using data to assess performance and inform pricing and packaging
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, and comfort operating with ambiguity at high velocity

Tags: Business