Mobile Engineer • Senior

Who you are

You have 5+ years of experience in Android development, demonstrating a strong command of Java and Kotlin. Your solid software engineering fundamentals allow you to tackle the challenges of building data-intensive, highly responsive, and fault-tolerant applications in the constrained environment of a smartphone. You embrace the opportunity to learn new ways to build software and are willing to innovate beyond conventional trends.

Your expertise in Android development means you understand the intricacies of mobile applications and are adept at optimizing performance and user experience. You are comfortable working in a collaborative environment, where your primary customers are other engineers, and you take pride in enhancing their efficiency through the tools and frameworks you develop.

You are passionate about technology and have a keen interest in improving the developer experience. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and are excited about the prospect of contributing to a platform that supports a large community of mobile engineers.

Desirable

Experience with performance monitoring and optimization techniques is a plus. Familiarity with building shared components and improving build tools will set you apart. You may also have experience in defining design patterns and technologies that guide the development process.

What you'll do

As a Senior Android Engineer on the Apps Platform team, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the core components of Reddit's mobile applications. Your responsibilities will include developing libraries, APIs, and frameworks that improve developer efficiency and performance. You will monitor app performance and work on building shared components that other mobile engineers can leverage.

You will collaborate closely with other engineers to set the direction for the codebase, defining which design patterns and technologies to employ. Your contributions will directly impact the scalability and maintainability of the app as Reddit's engineering team grows.

You will also be responsible for innovating and building new processes that support a larger number of customers without the need for linear team expansion. This will involve identifying areas for improvement and implementing solutions that enhance the overall development workflow.

What we offer

Reddit offers a dynamic work environment where you can make a significant impact on the mobile engineering landscape. You will have the opportunity to work with a talented team of engineers who are dedicated to building high-quality applications that serve millions of users.

We provide competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. You will be part of a culture that values diversity and inclusion, and we encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement. Join us in shaping the future of online communities and enhancing the way people connect and share information.