Role at a glance
- Salary
- $216.7K – $303.4K/yr
- Location
- Remote - US
- Work arrangement
- Remote
- Employment
- Contract
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience as a software engineer developing large-scale distributed systems and data intensive ML based system
- Education
- BS degree in Computer Science, a similar technical field of study or equivalent practical experience
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Role Summary
The Senior Software Engineer, ML Ranking Platform will build and maintain scalable ranking systems that power Reddit’s personalized feeds, search and other products. The role works across Product, Infrastructure and Engineering teams to develop ML and Generative AI systems that support content discovery and personalization across Reddit.
What You'll Do
- Design and implement the next generation ML ranking system for personalized feeds, search and other products
- Design and develop ML and Generative AI systems in cloud-based production environments at scale
- Partner with Product, Infrastructure and Engineering teams to translate requirements into scalable ML systems
- Write efficient, scalable and maintainable code
- Champion and drive engineering processes and best practices
- Raise the bar for engineering through code reviews, mentorship and knowledge sharing
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5+ years of experience developing large-scale distributed systems and data-intensive ML-based systems using Go, Python, C++ or any object-oriented programming language; 5+ years designing and implementing large-scale performant and reliable machine learning systems; experience developing deployment, automation, system diagnosis and ML monitoring tools; strong organizational and communication skills; familiarity with unit testing, code reviews, design and documentation; BS degree in Computer Science, a similar technical field of study or equivalent practical experience.
Required
- 5+ years of experience as a software engineer developing large-scale distributed systems and data intensive ML based system
- Go, Python, C++ or any object oriented programming language
- 5+ years of experience with designing and implementing large-scale performant and reliable machine learning systems
- Experience with developing and improving tools such as deployment, automation, system diagnosis, ML monitoring etc.
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong attention to detail
- BS degree in Computer Science, a similar technical field of study or equivalent practical experience
- Unit testing
Preferred
- Experience with recommendation systems
Original job description
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Original job description
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At Reddit, ML Ranking Platform is the brain behind how millions of people discover content every day. ML Ranking Platform powers 40+ Reddit products including home feed, search, subreddit feeds, push notifications and others. It runs a scatter-gather ranking orchestration service that coordinates contextualized and personalized ranking on Reddit. We provide Product Engineers and ML Modeling Engineers with a platform to develop the ranking, recommendation and personalization products to delight, engage and retain Reddit users.
How You'll Have Impact
As a Senior Software Engineer, ML Ranking Platform, you will design, implement and maintain highly robust, scalable, reliable and performant ranking systems that power personalized feeds, search, and other products at Reddit scale. You’ll drive and deliver high-impact projects, building the ranking engines that orchestrate workflows for a reliable and performant ML-based system. Your work not only powers Reddit feeds; it’ll also shape how communities connect, grow, and thrive across Reddit!
- Design and implement the next generation ML ranking system that powers the personalized feeds, search and other products at Reddit
- Design and develop ML and Generative AI systems in cloud-based production environments at scale
- Partner closely with Product, Infrastructure and Engineering teams and translate requirements into scalable ML systems
- Write efficient, scalable and maintainable code that will help us iterate quickly and safely
- Champion and drive engineering processes and best practices
- Raise the bar for engineering across the team through code reviews, mentorship and knowledge sharing
Who You Might Have:
- 5+ years of experience as a software engineer developing large-scale distributed systems and data intensive ML based system, using Go, Python, C++ or any object oriented programming language
- 5+ years of experience with designing and implementing large-scale performant and reliable machine learning systems. Experience with recommendation systems is preferred.
- Experience with developing and improving tools such as deployment, automation, system diagnosis, ML monitoring etc.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and keep projects on schedule with a strong attention to detail
- BS degree in Computer Science, a similar technical field of study or equivalent practical experience
- Familiar with software engineering best practices such as unit testing and code reviews, design, and documentation
- 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:
- 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
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In addition to base salary, this job is eligible to receive equity in the form of restricted stock units, and depending on the position offered, it may also be eligible to receive a commission. Additionally, Reddit offers a wide range of benefits to U.S.-based employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) program with employer match, generous time off for vacation, and parental leave. To learn more, please visit https://www.redditinc.com/careers/.
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Reddit is a social media platform that allows users to share content, engage in discussions, and participate in communities known as "subreddits," each focused on specific interests or topics. Founded in 2005, Reddit has grown into one of the largest online forums, fostering a diverse space for information exchange, news sharing, and entertainment. Its unique upvote and downvote system empowers users to curate content, while the platform's anonymity encourages open dialogue and creativity among a global audience. With a strong focus on user-generated content, Reddit continues to be a prominent destination for individuals seeking connection and community online.
Reddit is a social media platform that allows users to share content, engage in discussions, and participate in communities known as "subreddits," each focused on specific interests or topics. Founded in 2005, Reddit has grown into one of the largest online forums, fostering a diverse space for information exchange, news sharing, and entertainment. Its unique upvote and downvote system empowers users to curate content, while the platform's anonymity encourages open dialogue and creativity among a global audience. With a strong focus on user-generated content, Reddit continues to be a prominent destination for individuals seeking connection and community online.