Staff Android Engineer, Brand Ad Formats

Reddit Inc

New York City, NY, United States
Base: $217,000 - $303,900 usd; bonus/equity: eligi...
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8+ years software engineering experience
3+ years android mastery with kotlin
Ad tech or rich-media mobile experience
** Reddit is seeking a Staff Android Engineer to lead the development of innovative video ad formats, focused on enhancing brand visibility and user engagement. The ideal candidate will possess deep Android expertise, particularly in Kotlin, and have a strong background in ad tech, along with leadership capabilities to mentor and guide a team in building scalable solutions. **

Job Summary

  • The Brand Ad Formats team is building fully customizable interactive formats and AI-driven ads that incorporate User-Generated Content to maximize brand impact.
  • As a Staff Android Engineer, you will lead the technical strategy to transform Reddit's Video Ads into an industry-leading offering for brand advertisers.
  • Reddit offers comprehensive benefits including healthcare, 401k matching, generous parental leave, and flexible vacation time.

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** Reddit is seeking a Staff Android Engineer to lead the development of innovative video ad formats, focused on enhancing brand visibility and user engagement. The ideal candidate will possess deep Android expertise, particularly in Kotlin, and have a strong background in ad tech, along with leadership capabilities to mentor and guide a team in building scalable solutions. **

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8+ years software engineering experience
  • 3+ years Android mastery with Kotlin
  • Ad Tech or rich-media mobile experience
  • Full-cycle development lifecycle leadership
  • System design for data-intensive environments

Nice-to-have

  • Experience leveraging GenAI tools
  • Fluency in product metrics and experimentation
  • Entrepreneurial spirit and bias towards action
  • Openness to work across the stack
  • Strong communication in remote environments

Key Requirements

  • BS degree in Computer Science or equivalent
  • Minimum 8 years of software engineering experience
  • Completed 4+ Android projects from ideation to production

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