Sr. Backend Engineer - Ads Measurement Core

Software Engineer - Ads Measurement Core

The Ads Measurement Core team is dedicated to enhancing the efficiency and user-friendliness of our advertising platform. We specialize in building compelling experimentation products for advertisers. We are looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to help us build the next generation of lift study/experimentation products to help advertisers understand the impact of their ad spend on Reddit.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain advertiser-facing products, such as our self-serve Conversion Lift, Brand Lift and A/B testing products

• Spearhead the design and implementation of robust backend systems, focusing on critical functions such as experiment management, automated analysis, and real-time data processing

• Lead cross-functional collaboration efforts, working closely with product managers, designers, data scientists, and other engineering teams to deliver high-impact, scalable solutions that exceed stakeholder expectations

• Take ownership of your work, from concept to delivery, and ensure that your solutions are scalable, reliable, and 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 developmentTechnologies used on the team include:

• Languages: Go, Python

• Frameworks: React, Thrift, Baseplate, Kafka

• Datastores: Postgres, Cassandra, Druid, Redis, BigQuery

• Tools: Kubernetes, Argo, Docker

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)

• 5+ years of software engineering experience in a highly scalable computing environment

• Experience in backend engineering, with a passion for learning and adapting to new technologies that you lacked prior experience with

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

Nice to Have:

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

• Experience with agile development methodologies and version control systems like Git

If you're a talented software engineer looking for a new challenge, and you're passionate about building scalable, reliable experimentation products, 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 Health benefits

• Retirement Savings plan with matching contributions

• Workspace benefits for your home office

• Personal & Professional development funds

• Family Planning Support

• Flexible Vacation & Reddit Global Days Off

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