Senior Software Engineer, Ads

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$180k–$252k

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Reddit Senior Software Engineer, Ads at Reddit drives technical integrations and partnership programs for Reddit’s advertising platform. The role involves acting as a technical advisor and implementing solutions across Reddit’s stack and partner codebases.

Responsibilities

Act as a trusted technical advisor and solutions architect for strategic partners (or direct advertisers), guiding them through the integration and adoption of Reddit’s advertising APIs and tools.
Design and prototype proof-of-concept solutions that accelerate technical enablement and create tangible value for partners (or direct advertisers). These builds may occur in Reddit’s systems or directly within the client’s or partner’s codebase.
Collaborate directly with engineering teams at partner (or direct advertiser) organizations to optimize performance, address integration gaps, and troubleshoot complex issues.
Lead onboarding, testing, and pre-launch support to ensure a smooth and successful implementation experience.
Represent the technical voice of the partner (or direct advertiser) internally, surfacing feedback and influencing product and platform priorities to improve outcomes for both sides.
Support escalations for complex or high-impact integrations and provide clear, actionable direction to resolve blockers quickly and sustainably.

Qualification

Bachelor’s degree in Computer ScienceStrong understanding of REST APIs

Required

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field—or equivalent practical experience.
5+ years of software development experience, with a strong track record of owning end-to-end technical projects, including cross-org coordination.
Hands-on coding expertise in one or more modern programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript, Node.js), with a focus on backend or API development.
Proven ability to contribute directly to external integrations and prototype in partner environments.
Strong understanding of REST APIs, HTTP, OAuth2 / OpenID Connect, and modern SDK patterns.
Effective communicator with experience presenting complex technical and business ideas to both internal leadership and external stakeholders.

Preferred

Deep understanding of the AdTech ecosystem and how Reddit’s platform aligns with industry trends and standards.
Contributions to developer experience through tooling, documentation, or ecosystem standards.
Track record of influencing product roadmaps and getting involved in release, launch and product adoption activities in collaboration with sales, product, and engineering.
Ads Industry experience & Ads Partnerships experience

Benefits

Dental
Vision
401(k)
Equity/RSU
Parental Leave
Wellness

Company

Reddit

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1001-5000 employees

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Founded 2005

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Active within the past hour

Remote-friendly

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