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Backend Engineer - Ads Targeting Platform

Reddit, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199


We're seeking a talented software engineer to join our Ads Targeting Platform team, a dynamic group of engineers dedicated to providing robust infrastructure and innovative solutions for audience targeting and other related products. As a key player on our team, you'll have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects that support audience targeting and enhance the overall ads platform.

Read all the information about this opportunity carefully, then use the application button below to send your CV and application.Why This Role Matters:

As a member of our Ads Targeting Platform team, you'll play a crucial role in enabling advertisers to effectively reach and engage their target audiences on Reddit. Your work will directly contribute to the growth and success of our Ads business, ensuring that we deliver high-quality and privacy-compliant targeting solutions. You'll be part of a team that values collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain the infrastructure and framework that supports a variety of targeting products, ensuring scalability and reliability.

Enhance audience targeting capabilities by creating and managing 1P/3P audience solutions, and optimizing data pipelines and serving stack for maximum efficiency.

Collaborate with cross-functional partners, including product managers, designers, and other engineers, to deliver solutions that meet the needs of our stakeholders.

Take ownership of projects from concept to delivery, ensuring that your solutions meet the highest standards of quality and performance.

Continuously learn and grow with our team, staying up-to-date with the latest technologies and trends in software development.

Technologies used on the team include:

Languages: Go, Scala, Python

Frameworks: Baseplate, Thrift, gRPC

Data storage and processing: Cassandra, Redis, Druid, Kafka, Spark

Tools: Kubernetes, Docker, Argo, Airflow

What We're Looking For:

A Bachelor's degree or higher in a quantitative or computer science-related field (e.g., mathematics, statistics, economics, finance, computer science)

3+ years of full-time software engineering experience in a highly scalable computing environment

Experience in backend or full-stack development, with a passion for learning and adapting to new technologies

Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders

A commitment to delivering high-quality solutions that meet our users' needs, while prioritizing their privacy and security

Nice to Have:

Prior experience in the ads or audience targeting space, with a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities in these areas

Experience with agile development methodologies and version control systems like Git

A passion for mentorship and knowledge-sharing, with a desire to help others grow and develop in their careers

If you're a talented software engineer looking for a new challenge, and you're passionate about building scalable, reliable solutions, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!

What We Offer:

A dynamic, supportive work environment with a diverse team of engineers and cross-functional partners

Opportunities for professional growth and development, with a focus on continuous learning and skill-building

A competitive salary and benefits package, with a focus on work-life balance and employee well-being

Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options, to support your individual needs and preferences

The chance to work on high-impact projects that drive real results for our users and advertisers

Benefits:

Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits

401k Matching

Workspace benefits for your home office

Personal & Professional development funds

Family Planning Support

Flexible Vacation (please use them!) & Reddit Global Wellness Days

4+ months paid Parental Leave

Paid Volunteer time off

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