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Help Brands Win on Amazon — and Love Where You Work
Role: Director of Amazon Advertising
Location: San Diego, CA (Onsite at Symphony Towers)
Compensation Range: $125,000-$175,000 DOE
At Luminize , we help brands win, and as one of the top 5 Amazon sellers in the U.S., we’re looking for top performers to grow with us.
Are you a creative, growth-minded leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and loves helping brands win on Amazon?
At Luminize , we're not just running Amazon Ads. We’re shaping brand stories, driving scalable growth, and setting new standards for what performance looks like on the world’s biggest retail platform. We’re looking for a Director of Amazon Advertising who can drive the strategic vision, growth, and performance of the Amazon Advertising department by leading cross-functional teams, optimizing resources and budgets, and setting data-driven KPIs and long-term goals that enhance operational efficiency, profitability, and market leadership.
If you want your next move to mean more - more ownership, more growth, and more impact - we’d love to meet you! What You’ll Be Doing Provide strategic leadership for the Advertising department , overseeing budget planning, resource optimization, and organizational design to scale performance across teams
Set and drive the advertising vision , establishing KPIs, long-term objectives, and performance frameworks to deliver measurable business impact and maximize ROAS
Mentor and develop high-potential leaders , fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and professional growth aligned with company values
Leverage market intelligence and performance analytics to identify trends, uncover opportunities, and guide the adoption of innovative Amazon Advertising strategies
Lead transformational initiatives to evolve advertising processes, improve executional efficiency, and position the team for future growth and industry leadership
Ensure operational alignment by integrating departmental initiatives and milestones with company-wide goals, championing cross-functional collaboration at the executive level
What You Bring Five or more (5+) years of experience in Amazon Advertising , ideally in agency environments andin a senior individual contributor role, including at least five (5) additional years in a management role
Deep experience within the Amazon ecosystem ; managing high-performing teams and driving strategic growth across complex advertising operations
Demonstrated expertise in project and people management , including setting clear priorities, delegating effectively, and coaching teams toward aligned organizational goals
Strong adaptability and executional focus , with the ability to manage multiple high-impact projects in a fast-paced, constantly evolving advertising landscape
Technical proficiency in data analysis and reporting , leveraging Excel/Google Sheets to extract insights, track performance, and inform strategic planning within Amazon Advertising
Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
Where You’ll Work – The Luminize HQ You’ll be based in Symphony Towers , one of San Diego’s premier office spaces that offers: Stunning views of the city and coastline
Free access to the building gym
Discounts at restaurants and cafes in the tower
Secure bike racks in the building and 24/7 paid parking in a nearby downtown structure
Close walking distance to 100+ of the top bars, restaurants, and coffee shops
Our office is designed for comfort, productivity, and collaboration, featuring: Ergonomic standing desks and high-quality workstations
A fully stocked snack bar, espresso machine, and cold drinks
A welcoming team lounge area and sunny workspaces
A clean, modern space where we can do our best work together
Benefits & Perks Our people are our #1 priority. Our benefits include: Multiple medical plan options through Anthem Blue Cross
Dental & vision insurance (including orthodontia and annual exams)
Pet benefit program with savings on vet care, products, and services
Paid vacation (accruing up to 120+ hours/year with rollover and cap)
Paid holidays annually
Coverage for spouses/domestic partners and dependents under 26
Benefits begin on the first of the month after your hire date
Compensation Transparency
We’ve listed a broad salary range $125,000 - $175,000 to account for varying levels of experience, skill sets, and leadership depth. Where you land in the range will depend on how your background aligns with this role.
We’re committed to compensating based on value and impact , not just years on paper, and we’re happy to have open conversations throughout the process.
Growth & Career Opportunities at Luminize
At Luminize, growth isn’t just something we drive for our clients, it’s our mindset and a big priority for our people.
We offer clear career paths and leveling guidelines so you always know where you stand, what’s next, and what skills and experience you need to get there. From day one, you’ll have visibility into advancement opportunities and what it takes to grow into leadership, specialization, or other cross-functional roles.
We’re proud of our strong track record of promoting from within . Many of our team leads and managers started in independent contributor roles and grew by consistently showing initiative, curiosity, and impact. We only hire externally when needed, because we believe the best future leaders are often already here.
You’ll also benefit from: Mentorship from experienced managers during 1:1s and annual performance reviews
Cross-functional exposure to departments including content, brand management, software, supply chain, operations, and catalog
Learning resources , including Udemy course access, and additional training programs and courses
A culture that encourages asking questions, trying new things, and leveling up together
If you’re someone who’s excited to take ownership and grow, both in your craft and your career, you’ll be in good company here. ???? About Luminize Luminize is a full-service Amazon growth partner helping brands achieve next-level success in a competitive digital marketplace. From creative strategy to advertising and analytics, we combine expertise and hustle to fuel results for brands in CPG, health, wellness, beauty, and beyond.
We’re not your typical agency, and we like it that way. We operate with transparency, celebrate wins often, and treat every brand like it’s our own.
If you’re ready to work with great people, do work that matters, and keep growing, we’d love to meet you!
Apply now and let’s grow together!
Seniority level Seniority level Director
Employment type Employment type Full-time
Job function Job function Sales, General Business, and Education
Industries Wireless Services, Telecommunications, and Communications Equipment Manufacturing
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