Solutions Architect, Anaplan

Los Angeles,San Francisco,San Jose+1 moremid

EngineeringSoftware Architect

0 views0 saves0 applied

Apply Now

Quick Summary

Key Responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end design and build of Anaplan models for revenue accounting, incentive compensation, sales forecasting, FP&A, and other strategic planning initiatives.

Technical Tools

EngineeringSoftware Architect

The Trade Desk is a global technology company and the world’s leading independent platform for digital advertising, with nearly 4,000 employees across more than 30 offices. Our technology helps advertisers reach the right audiences across the open internet — from streaming TV and podcasts to mobile apps, news, and more.

Advertising powers the content people love. By making it more transparent, effective, and responsible, we help support trusted journalism, quality entertainment, and creators worldwide. The world’s brands and agencies rely on us to reach their customers and grow their businesses responsibly.

The scale of our platform brings unique technical challenges — from processing massive datasets in real time to building systems that operate reliably on a global scale. When you work here, your impact is worldwide. We welcome diverse perspectives, encourage curiosity, and build teams that learn from one another. If you’re driven to solve meaningful challenges, we’d love to meet you.

The Anaplan Solution Architect is responsible for leading the design, development, and deployment of advanced Anaplan models and applications across various business functions. This role ensures optimal architecture, integration, and user experience for accounting and planning solutions including Revenue Accounting, Incentive Compensation Management, Sales Forecasting, and Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A). The architect will leverage deep expertise in Anaplan and other planning systems to deliver scalable, efficient, and insightful solutions for The Trade Desk.

Responsibilities

~1 min read

→Lead the end-to-end design and build of Anaplan models for revenue accounting, incentive compensation, sales forecasting, FP&A, and other strategic planning initiatives.
→Oversee system integration, ensuring seamless connectivity between Anaplan and other enterprise platforms.
→Collaborate with business stakeholders to define requirements, translate objectives into effective models, and deliver actionable reporting.
→Design intuitive user interfaces and dashboards to enhance user experience and facilitate data-driven decision-making.
→Manage project timelines, deliverables, and quality assurance throughout the solution lifecycle.
→Provide technical guidance, training, and support to model builders and business users.
→Maintain documentation of models, processes, and integrations for compliance and continuous improvement.
→Stay informed on Anaplan platform updates, industry best practices, and emerging planning technologies.

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Certified Anaplan Solution Architect.
Proven experience architecting and building complex Anaplan models in a professional environment.
Advanced knowledge of Anaplan UX design and reporting functionalities.
Demonstrated success in managing projects across multiple planning domains (e.g., revenue, compensation, sales, FP&A).
Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial planning processes.
Experience integrating Anaplan with other business systems and data sources.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
Hands-on experience with other planning systems (e.g., Oracle EPM, Workday Adaptive Planning) preferred.
Familiarity with API-driven integrations and cloud data architecture.
Experience in fast-paced, growth-oriented environments.

The Trade Desk does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm recruiters. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of The Trade Desk. The Trade Desk is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis 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 status protected under federal, state, or local law.

In accordance with various US state laws, the range provided is the Trade Desk's reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may differ based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, and location. All employees may be eligible to become The Trade Desk shareholders through eligibility for stock-based compensation grants, which are awarded to employees based on company and individual performance. The Trade Desk also offers other compensation depending on the role such as variable compensation-based incentives and commissions. Plus, expected benefits for this role include comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, and vision) with premiums paid in full for employees and dependents, retirement benefits such as a 401k plan and company match, short and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, well-being benefits, reimbursement for certain tuition expenses, parental leave, sick time of 1 hour per 30 hours worked, vacation time for full-time employees up to 120 hours thru the first year and 160 hours thereafter, and around 13 paid holidays per year. Employees can also purchase The Trade Desk stock at a discount through The Trade Desk’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

The Trade Desk also offers a competitive benefits package. Click here to learn more.

Note: Interns are not eligible for variable incentive awards such as stock-based compensation, retirement plan, vacation, tuition reimbursement or parental leave

At the Trade Desk, Base Salary is one part of our competitive total compensation and benefits package and is determined using a salary range. The base salary range for this role is

$93,800—$172,000 USD

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, The Trade Desk is committed to creating an inclusive hiring experience where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Please reach out to us at accommodations@thetradedesk.com to request an accommodation or discuss any accessibility needs you may require to access our Company Website or navigate any part of the hiring process.

When you contact us, please include your preferred contact details and specify the nature of your accommodation request or questions. Any information you share will be handled confidentially and will not impact our hiring decisions.