Senior Android Software Engineer, Answers Experience

Reddit; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that is at the forefront of innovation in the tech industry. This role offers the chance to work on user-facing Android applications, collaborating with cross-functional teams to create compelling user experiences. With a strong emphasis on strategic thinking and collaboration, you will contribute to the development of scalable software that impacts users globally. The dynamic environment encourages creativity and innovation, making it an exciting opportunity for those who thrive in fast-paced settings. If you have a passion for technology and a desire to make a difference, this position is perfect for you.

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

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in developing user-facing Android applications.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Work cross-functionally to execute product strategies and build features.
• Participate in product reviews and provide technical insights.

Skills

Java

Kotlin

Android Development

Cross-functional Collaboration

Strategic Thinking

User Experience Design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Equivalent technical expertise

Tools

Jetpack Compose

Kotlin Coroutines

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 100,000+ active communities and approximately 97M+ daily active unique visitors, Reddit is one of the internet’s largest sources of information. For more information, visit redditinc.com.

Reddit is poised to rapidly innovate and grow like no other time in its history. This is a unique opportunity to leave your mark on one of the most influential and trafficked corners of the internet

The Top of Funnel team is key to user growth. By combining our knowledge of search, cutting edge technology, and an eye for new user experiences we get the opportunity to present Reddit to new and unfamiliar users, with the mission of bringing community and belonging to everyone in the world.

The Role

• Work cross-functionally with product, design, and other engineering counterparts to execute product and business strategies and build novel products and features that our users will love.
• Communicate effectively, within the team and across disciplines. Work closely with product managers and designers to craft compelling user experiences.
• Contribute meaningfully to our team’s strategy. We give everyone a seat at the table and encourage active participation in planning our future. Don’t just come along for the ride.
• Participate in product reviews and team meetings, providing technical insight. Help scope, estimate, and prioritize between conflicting needs.
• Foster a healthy engineering culture and collaborate with other engineers.

What We Are Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent technical expertise
• 5+ years of hands-on, professional software development experience developing user-facing Android mobile native applications at scale, using Java or Kotlin
• You are a strategic thinker who thrives on developing a long-term technical foundation and has a passion for developing scalable, well-designed software that improves people’s lives globally.
• A track record of leading large projects that require cross-team and cross-functional collaborations
• Experience with modern Android development frameworks such as Jetpack Compose and Kotlin coroutines.
• Entrepreneurial spirit. You are self-directed, innovative, and biased towards action in fast-paced environments. You love to build new things and thrive in ambiguity and even failure.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams such as design, product, data teams to deliver great user experiences.

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

Reddit is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and is committed to building a workforce representative of the diverse communities we serve. Reddit is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].