Backend Engineer - Ads Signals

reddit; Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company, Reddit, seeks a talented backend software engineer to enhance their Ads Signals team. The role focuses on developing scalable and quality backend solutions while ensuring user privacy, engaging in collaborative and innovative projects with opportunities for professional growth. The successful candidate will play a key role in the growth of Reddit’s Ads business, utilizing technologies such as Go and Python in a dynamic and supportive environment while enjoying flexible work arrangements.

Benefits

Retirement Savings plan with matching contributions

Workspace benefits for your home office

Family Planning Support

Flexible Vacation & Reddit Global Days Off

Qualifications

• Years of full-time backend software engineering experience in a scalable computing environment.
• Experience with agile methodologies and version control systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain data ingestion using Conversions API with cutting-edge technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Continuously learn and adapt to new technologies in software development.

Skills

Backend Development

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a quantitative or computer science-related field

Tools

Go

Python

Git

Job description

Reddit is a community of communities. It’s built on shared interests, passion, and trust and is home to the most open and authentic conversations on the internet. Every day, Reddit users submit, vote, and comment on the topics they care most about. With ,+ active communities and approximately M+ daily active unique visitors, Reddit is one of the internet’s largest sources of information. For more information, visit .

We're seeking a talented backend software engineer to join our Ads Signals team, a group of innovative and collaborative engineers dedicated to growing the quantity and quality of off-platform conversion signals while prioritizing user privacy. As a key player on our team, you'll have the opportunity to work on a range of exciting projects such as evolving our Conversions API backend, growing the adoption of Signals products through CDP integrations, building the foundation of data ingestion, as well as improving our data privacy.

Why This Role Matters :

As a member of our Ads Signals team, you'll be instrumental in helping advertisers succeed on Reddit, while also ensuring that our users' privacy is respected. Your work will have a direct impact on the growth and success of our Ads business, and you'll be part of a team that values collaboration, creativity, and continuous learning.

Responsibilities :

• Develop and maintain our data ingestion through Conversions API using cutting-edge technologies
• Contribute towards building the foundational platform to scale our signals ingestion from data pipeline efficiency to data privacy
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners, including product managers, designers, and other engineers, to deliver high-quality solutions that meet our stakeholders' needs
• 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 development

Technologies used on the team include :

• Languages : Go, Python

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)
• years of full-time backend software engineering experience in a highly scalable computing environment
• Experience in backend development, 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
• 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 signals 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 that prioritize user privacy, 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 :

• Retirement Savings plan with matching contributions
• Workspace benefits for your home office
• Family Planning Support
• Flexible Vacation & Reddit Global Days Off

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