Staff Android Engineer, Brand Ad Formats

Reddit

Chicago, IL, United States
Base: $217,000 - $303,900 usd; bonus/equity: eligi...
On-site
8+ years software engineering experience
3+ years android development with kotlin
Experience building ad tech or rich media
The Brand Ad Formats team is focused on building fully customizable interactive formats and AI-driven ads that incorporate User-Generated Content

Job Summary

  • The Brand Ad Formats team is focused on building fully customizable interactive formats and AI-driven ads that incorporate User-Generated Content.
  • 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.
  • The company offers comprehensive benefits including healthcare, 401k matching, gender-affirming care, and generous paid parental leave.

Matching Summary

The Brand Ad Formats team is focused on building fully customizable interactive formats and AI-driven ads that incorporate User-Generated Content.

Salary

Base: $217,000 - $303,900 USD; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for restricted stock units and potential commission; Benefits: Comprehensive healthcare, 401k match, and paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8+ years software engineering experience
  • 3+ years Android development with Kotlin
  • Experience building ad tech or rich media
  • System design for fault-tolerant client systems
  • Mentoring senior engineers and establishing best practices

Nice-to-have

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

Key Requirements

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

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