Android Software Engineer, Ad Formats at Reddit

New York, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Technology, AdvertisingIndustries

Requirements

Proficiency in Android engineering and languages such as Kotlin or Java, with at least 3 years of experience in software development
Strong software engineering fundamentals
A willingness to tackle the challenges of creating data-intensive, highly responsive, and fault-tolerant apps
An openness to explore innovative approaches to software development

Responsibilities

Build Ad experiences and create patterns for Reddit’s Android app that enhance our ads’ performance and functionality
Collaborate across product, design, and engineering teams to innovate and implement sophisticated solutions for complex challenges
Engage in the full development cycle: design, develop, QA, experiment, analyze, and deploy

Skills

Android

Kotlin

Java

software engineering

experimentation

Online platform for community discussions and content

About Reddit

Reddit is an online platform that allows users to post, vote, and comment on content within various communities based on shared interests. Users can engage in discussions on a wide range of topics, from news and sports to entertainment and hobbies. The platform features a unique voting system where content can receive upvotes or downvotes, helping the most popular posts gain visibility. Reddit generates revenue primarily through advertising, premium memberships, and the sale of virtual goods like Reddit Coins. Unlike many other social media platforms, Reddit emphasizes community-driven content and discussions, creating a space for authentic interactions among users. The goal of Reddit is to foster engagement and connection among its diverse user base.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2005Year Founded

$1,177.1MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Consumer Software, EntertainmentIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Flexible unlimited vacation days & monthly global wellness days

Family planning funds & 4+ months paid parental leave

Personal & professional development funds

Paid volunteer time off

Workspace & home office benefits

Risks

Reliance on advertising revenue faces competition from platforms like TikTok and Instagram.

AI tools like 'Reddit Answers' may raise privacy and data usage concerns.

NFT market expansion exposes Reddit to volatility and regulatory scrutiny.

Differentiation

Reddit's unique voting system promotes engaging and authentic content discovery.

The platform's diverse communities cater to a wide range of interests and discussions.

Reddit's AI-powered tools enhance user experience and content moderation.

Upsides

Reddit's confidential IPO plans signal potential growth and market expansion.

AI-driven content moderation can improve user safety and platform reliability.

Expansion into blockchain and NFTs opens new revenue streams and user engagement.

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