Backend Engineer - Ads Signals

Backend Engineer - Ads Signals

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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
Frameworks: Thrift, Baseplate, Kafka
Datastores: Postgres, Cassandra, Druid, Redis, Big

Query
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)






3+ 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: 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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▶️ Backend Engineer - Ads Signals
🖊️ Reddit
📍 Toronto