# Data Management and BI Associate Director, GOC at WPP Media > Colombia · Director+ · Software engineering · open. Source: https://alderhq.app/jobs/greenhouse%3Awppmedia%3A5387697008 (read 2026-11-05). ## Facts (observed) - Company: [WPP Media](https://alderhq.app/companies/wpp-media) - Location text: Barranquilla, Colombia; Bogota, Colombia; Medellin, Colombia; Mexico City, Mexico; Global Operations Center - Colombia; Global Operations Center - Mexico - Where it can be done from (inferred): Colombia (evidence: "Location: Barranquilla, Colombia; Bogota, Colombia; Medellin, Colombia; Mexico City, Mexic") - Posted: 2026-09-03 (63 days ago) - First seen by alder: 2026-11-03 · last verified: 2026-11-04 - Reposted: 0 times · edited: 0 times - Apply on the employer's site: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/wppmedia/jobs/5387697008 - Skills listed (inferred): JavaScript, PHP, MySQL, AWS, GCP, Azure, SQL ## Pay and sponsorship - Posted pay: not posted - H-1B filings at this company for similar roles, FY26: 8, median offered wage $95k ([US DOL OFLC LCA disclosure data](https://www.dol.gov/agencies/eta/foreign-labor/performance)) - Recognised sponsor (NL): registered as "WPP Media B.V." (checked 2026-11-03, [register](https://ind.nl/en/public-register-recognised-sponsors/public-register-regular-labour-and-highly-skilled-migrants)) ## Description (the employer's text) ### About WPP Media WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. With exceptional talent, trusted data and intelligence, and world-class partnerships – all united by our pioneering agentic marketing platform, WPP Open – we help clients navigate change, capture opportunity, and deliver transformational growth. WPP Media is WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, bringing together media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalisation at scale. Connected through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, clients see exactly where, how, and why their media investment is working. For more information, visit wppmedia.com. Role Summary and Impact As part of the Global Operations Centre (GOC), you will work closely with teams across the United States, Europe, and Asia to deliver high-impact solutions in a collaborative, multicultural environment. We are looking for an Associate Director who will: - Participate in the full application and data reporting development lifecycle—including planning, design, development, testing, migration, and production support. - Build, maintain, and integrate robust RESTful APIs and Web Services. - Write clean, readable, maintainable, and well-tested code (unit and integration tests). ### Skills and Experience ### Technical Skills - PHP Expertise :6+ years of hands-on experience in full-stack PHP web development and web application architecture. - Frameworks: Proficiency with modern PHP MVC frameworks (CodeIgniter, or similar). - Database & SQL: Strong experience with relational database design, query optimization, and SQL development (particularly MySQL). - Front-End Development: Proficient in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+), and modern front-end libraries/frameworks (jQuery/Bootstrap). - API Integration: Proven expertise building and consuming third-party RESTful APIs and Web Services. - Testing & Quality Assurance: Demonstrated experience writing unit and integration tests to ensure reliable code delivery. ### Communication & Task Execution Skills - Active Listening & Task Comprehension - Verbal & Written Communication - Self-Direction & Ownership ### Nice to Have Skills - Background or experience in advertising technology, media planning, or ad-trafficking systems. - Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and CI/CD pipelines. Life at WPP Media & Benefits Our passion for shaping the next era of media is powered by our commitment to Be Extraordinary, investing in our employees to inspire transformational creativity. We also Lead Optimistically, firmly believing in and Championing Growth and Development for every individual. This commitment allows WPP Media employees to leverage the extensive global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, build vital professional connections, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. We Create an Open environment built on trust and respect, where everyone feels they belong and has opportunities to progress. This inclusive culture is fostered through a variety of employee resource groups and frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our comprehensive benefits package reflects this commitment, including competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days. WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection in this open and supportive environment. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. Please note that while our philosophy is the same across WPP, benefits may vary by office/country. For Mexico: This position is available in a Remote or Hybrid Work Modality. The candidate must perform their work from any location within Mexico. Only Mexican nationals residing in the country or foreign nationals with a valid work permit may apply. Remote work from abroad is not permitted under any circumstances. --- Data: alder (https://alderhq.app). Cite https://alderhq.app/jobs/greenhouse%3Awppmedia%3A5387697008 and the date you read it. Observed facts come from the employer's own listing; location reach, level, family and skills are inferences.