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Senior Manager, Content Strategy

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$152K - $191K/yr

Mission Lane is combining the power of data, technology, and exceptional service to pave a clear ... Reputation and community management experience (Reddit, forums, UGC platforms) Compensation: Annual ...

Remote Reddit Tech information

What is the difference between Remote Reddit Tech vs Remote Social Media Moderator?

AspectRemote Reddit TechRemote Social Media Moderator
Required CredentialsTechnical knowledge of Reddit platform, basic IT skillsContent moderation skills, understanding of social media policies
Work EnvironmentOnline, independent or team-based Reddit communitiesOnline, managing various social media platforms
Employer & IndustryReddit, tech and online communitiesSocial media companies, digital marketing agencies

Remote Reddit Tech focuses on technical support and platform management within Reddit communities, requiring some IT skills. In contrast, Remote Social Media Moderators handle content oversight across multiple platforms, emphasizing moderation policies. Both roles are remote, but they serve different functions within the digital and social media landscape.

What is a Remote Reddit Tech job?

A Remote Reddit Tech job typically refers to technology-focused positions at Reddit, such as software engineering, data science, or IT roles, that are performed remotely from anywhere with internet access. Employees in these roles work on maintaining and improving Reddit's website, mobile apps, and backend systems, collaborating with teams virtually. These jobs offer flexibility in work location and often require strong technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and experience with relevant programming languages or tools. Remote Reddit Tech workers use digital communication tools to stay connected with their teams and contribute to Reddit's technology infrastructure.

How does a Remote Reddit Tech professional typically collaborate with other team members and departments?

As a Remote Reddit Tech professional, collaboration is primarily conducted through digital channels such as Slack, project management tools, and video conferencing. You’ll often work closely with software engineers, product managers, and community moderators to troubleshoot issues, deploy updates, and ensure platform stability. Clear communication and proactive participation in virtual meetings are essential, as teams are often distributed across multiple time zones. Regular peer code reviews and documentation help maintain alignment and quality across the tech stack.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote Reddit Moderator (Tech), and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Reddit Tech Moderator, you need a solid understanding of Reddit’s platform policies, community guidelines, and a strong interest in technology topics. Familiarity with Reddit moderation tools, bots, and automation systems, as well as experience using platforms like Automoderator, is often required. Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills are crucial for effectively managing online communities and handling disputes. These skills ensure a positive, engaging, and well-regulated community space that aligns with Reddit’s standards and fosters healthy discussion.
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Infographic showing various Remote Reddit Tech job openings in Chicago, IL as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 9% Locum Tenens, 22% As Needed, 53% Full Time, 1% Temporary, 14% Nights, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 71% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 24% Remote job distribution.
Staff Android Engineer, Brand Ad Formats

Staff Android Engineer, Brand Ad Formats

Reddit

Chicago, IL • Remote

Other

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

About the Team: The Brand Ad Formats team drives the development of ad formats that help advertisers maximize reach and brand impact. They focus on high-visibility, awareness-driven solutions that create memorable experiences for Reddit users. By delivering guaranteed placements and engaging ad interactions, they support major brand initiatives and help advertisers achieve measurable outcomes.  The team is building fully customizable interactive formats and AI-driven ads that incorporate User-Generated Content (UGC).  Moving forward, we will be doubling down on Video Ads, with the goal of turning Reddit into an industry leader and a 'must buy' for advertisers to promote video content.

As a Staff Android Engineer, you will lead the technical strategy to turn Reddit's Video Ads into a premier offering for brand advertisers.  You will also build and provide technical guidance on new reddit-unique ad formats on Android, ensuring they are high performance, high quality and scalable.

What you'll do: 
  • Video Ads Tech Lead: Partner closely with Product and Design to build a roadmap that will transform our Video Ads format into an industry leader in the space, and drive the technical design and execution of projects that turn the roadmap into reality.
  • Technical Strategy: Provide guidance to the team working on building video ads as well as reddit-unique ad formats that scale to millions of users, by establishing Android best practices and providing design reviews.
  • Full-Cycle Leadership: Drive the entire development lifecycle-from early-stage discovery and prototyping to testing, data-driven experimentation, and deployment.
  • Raise the Bar: Mentor senior engineers across teams in ad formats and establish best practices for design, testing and operational excellence, while also leading by example in understanding and advocating for our customers.
What we expect from you: 
  • 8+ years of software engineering experience (Staff level seniority). 
  • Android Mastery: (Minimum of 3+ years) Deep expertise in Kotlin and modern Android architectural patterns.  Completed 4+ Android development projects from ideation to deployment in production.
  • Prior experience in Ad Tech, building highly interactive/rich-media mobile experiences.
  • Product Mindset: Proven track record of delivering user-facing features where UI polish and performance are critical. 
  • System Design: Ability to navigate complex, data-intensive environments and build fault-tolerant client-side systems.
  • AI: Experience leveraging GenAI tools to increase software engineering productivity.
  • Experimentation/Analysis: Fluency working with product metrics, designing and analyzing experiments with exposure to tools like BigQuery, HEX, Firebase, etc.
  • Versatility: An openness to work across the stack when necessary and explore innovative approaches (e.g., AI/ML integration).
  • Entrepreneurial spirit: You must be self-directed, innovative, and biased towards action. You live to build new things and thrive in ambiguity.
  • Excellent communication skills: You must be able to collaborate with teams in a fully remote environment, and discuss complex topics with technical and non-technical audiences.
  • An experienced technical leader with a strong track record of mentoring and uplifting team members technical skills and aptitude.
  • Strong organizational skills, the ability to prioritize tasks and keep projects on schedule for the team.
  • BS degree in Computer Science, similar technical field of study, or equivalent practical experience.
Bonus points:
  • Experience working on Video Ads
  • Experience working at a scaled peer company
  • Experience with Jetpack Compose
Benefits:
  • Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits and Income Replacement Programs
  • 401k with Employer Match
  • Global Benefit programs that fit your lifestyle, from workspace to professional development to caregiving support
  • Family Planning Support
  • Gender-Affirming Care
  • Mental Health & Coaching Benefits
  • Flexible Vacation & Paid Volunteer Time Off
  • Generous Paid Parental Leave