Staff Android Engineer, Brand Ad Formats

Reddit

Remote, United States
Base: $217,000 - $303,900 usd; bonus/equity: eligi...
Remote
8+ years software engineering experience
3+ years android development expertise
Deep kotlin and modern architectural patterns knowledge
Reddit is seeking a Staff Android Engineer to lead the technical strategy for video ad formats and other unique ad solutions, focusing on high-performance and scalable applications. The ideal candidate should possess extensive experience in Android development, particularly in Kotlin, and have a strong background in ad tech. This remote position offers competitive benefits, including comprehensive healthcare, flexible vacation, and equity options

Job Summary

  • The Brand Ad Formats team is building fully customizable interactive formats and AI-driven ads to turn Reddit into an industry leader in video content promotion.
  • As a Staff Android Engineer, you will lead the technical strategy to transform Video Ads into a premier offering while mentoring senior engineers across teams.
  • Reddit offers comprehensive benefits including healthcare, 401k matching, family planning support, and flexible vacation time for US-based employees.

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Reddit is seeking a Staff Android Engineer to lead the technical strategy for video ad formats and other unique ad solutions, focusing on high-performance and scalable applications. The ideal candidate should possess extensive experience in Android development, particularly in Kotlin, and have a strong background in ad tech. This remote position offers competitive benefits, including comprehensive healthcare, flexible vacation, and equity options.

Salary

Base: $217,000 - $303,900 USD; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for restricted stock units; Benefits: Comprehensive healthcare, 401k match, parental leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8+ years software engineering experience
  • 3+ years Android development expertise
  • Deep Kotlin and modern architectural patterns knowledge
  • Ad Tech or rich-media mobile experience
  • System design for fault-tolerant client-side systems
  • Experience with BigQuery, HEX, Firebase tools

Nice-to-have

  • GenAI tool integration for productivity
  • Video Ads specific experience
  • Scaled peer company background
  • Jetpack Compose proficiency
  • Entrepreneurial spirit and bias towards action

Key Requirements

  • BS degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience
  • Minimum 8 years of total software engineering experience
  • Minimum 3+ years of dedicated Android development projects
  • Proven track record delivering user-facing features with critical UI polish

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