Backend Engineer – Moderation Enforcement

Reddit, Inc.

Backend Engineer developing moderation solutions for Reddit. Collaborating with product and design on novel features while working remotely within the United States.

Posted 7/11/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $164,200 - $229,900 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Proficient in software development with a focus on Go or Python, capable of designing and implementing maintainable APIs using GraphQL or REST. Strong organizational and communication skills enable effective collaboration in remote environments while driving product innovation.

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Go ProgrammingPython ProgrammingAPI Design and ImplementationOrganizational SkillsExcellent Communication

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentAPI DesignGraphQLRESTHTTPThriftGRPCTechnical DesignCode ReviewTesting

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsEntrepreneurial SpiritSelf-DirectedInnovativeEffective Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

BS Degree in Computer Science

Industry Keywords

Enterprise EnvironmentProduct StrategyDevelopment CycleRemote CollaborationFast-Paced Environments

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

GoGraphQLGRPCPythonRubyRustThrift

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work cross-functionally with product, design, and other engineering counterparts to execute on product and business strategy and build novel products and features that our users will love.
Contribute to the full development cycle: technical design, development, test, experimentation, analysis, and launch. You’ll be reviewing code and design docs, giving feedback on product specs and mocks.
Continuously learn and improve your technical and non-technical abilities.

Requirements

What you’ll need

2-5 years of software development industry experience in an enterprise environment
BS degree in Computer Science, a similar technical field of study or equivalent practical experience.
Proficiency with one or more general-purpose programming languages; Go or Python (required), Rust, Ruby.
Experienced with GraphQL, REST, HTTP, Thrift or gRPC basics, and the ability to design and implement maintainable APIs.
Strong organizational skills, the ability to prioritize tasks and keep projects on schedule.
Entrepreneurial spirit. You are self-directed, innovative, and biased towards action in fast-paced environments. You love to build new things and thrive in ambiguity and even failure.
Excellent communication skills. You collaborate effectively with teams in a fully remote environment and discuss complex topics with technical and non-technical audiences.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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