Senior Backend Engineer, Compliance Engineering
Core
Adapting Reddit's platforms to evolving privacy, security, and regulatory requirements to build trusted, compliant experiences for millions of users.
Role type
Senior IC backend engineer (compliance & distributed systems)
Builds
Compliant platform features and infrastructure for Reddit's global user base
Domain
Social media / Regulatory compliance / Distributed systems
Required skills
Backend development, distributed systems design, Go, Python, Postgres, Redis, Thrift, GraphQL, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, tech leadership, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
Mentoring engineers, owning team processes, leading cross-functional projects
Technologies
Go, Python, Postgres, Redis, Thrift, GraphQL, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS
Responsibilities
Design and implement complex distributed systems operating under high load; Partner with product, design, and engineering teams to build compliant experiences; Own product areas from technical design to launch; Improve engineering workflows and set standards; Mentor the next generation of engineers
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
