Senior Software Engineer - Ads
RockbotSalary not specified
Full Time
Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Social Media, Advertising TechnologyIndustries
Requirements
Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, and have at least 3 years of experience in backend software engineering. Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Go, Python, or Java is required, along with experience designing and building scalable distributed systems. Familiarity with microservices architecture and API development is also essential.
Responsibilities
As a Software Engineer, you will contribute to the development and maintenance of microservices and APIs that power ads.reddit.com, ensuring the right ad is shown to the right user at the right time. You will also work on distributed systems, backends for interactive user experiences like Polls and Games, and real-time, data-intensive systems for measuring ad campaign performance, while collaborating with AI teams to improve ad creative management and innovation.
Skills
Software Engineering
Ad Formats
Full Stack Development
High Scale Products
Metrics Verification
Brand Safety
Ads Systems
Ads Creative Management
AI
Automation
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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