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Reddit is a community of communities. It’s built on shared interests, passion, and trust, and is home to the most open and authentic conversations on the internet. Every day, Reddit users submit, vote, and comment on the topics they care most about. With 100,000+ active communities and approximately 121 million daily active unique visitors, Reddit is one of the internet’s largest sources of information.
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.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
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.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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
COMPENSATION
The base salary range for this position is:
$217,000—$303,900 USD
This job posting may span more than one career level. 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 provide greater transparency to candidates, we share base salary ranges for all US-based job postings regardless of state. We set standard base pay ranges for all roles based on function, level, and country location, benchmarked against similar stage growth companies. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including, skills, depth of work experience and relevant licenses/credentials, and may vary from the amounts listed below.
In select roles and locations, the interviews will be recorded, transcribed and summarized by artificial intelligence (AI). You will have the opportunity to opt out of recording, transcription and summarization prior to any scheduled interviews.
During the interview, we will collect the following categories of personal information: Identifiers, Professional and Employment-Related Information, Sensory Information (audio/video recording), and any other categories of personal information you choose to share with us. We will use this information to evaluate your application for employment or an independent contractor role, as applicable. We will not sell your personal information or disclose it to any third party for their marketing purposes. We will delete any recording of your interview promptly after making a hiring decision. For more information about how we will handle your personal information, including our retention of it, please refer to our Candidate Privacy Policy for Potential Employees and Contractors.
Reddit is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and is committed to building a workforce representative of the diverse communities we serve. Reddit is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation during the interview process, please let your recruiter know.
INTRODUCTION
Reddit is a community of communities. It’s built on shared interests, passion, and trust, and is home to the most open and authentic conversations on the internet. Every day, Reddit users submit, vote, and comment on the topics they care most about. With 100,000+ active communities and approximately 121 million daily active unique visitors, Reddit is one of the internet’s largest sources of information.
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.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
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.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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
COMPENSATION
The base salary range for this position is:
$217,000—$303,900 USD
This job posting may span more than one career level. 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 provide greater transparency to candidates, we share base salary ranges for all US-based job postings regardless of state. We set standard base pay ranges for all roles based on function, level, and country location, benchmarked against similar stage growth companies. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including, skills, depth of work experience and relevant licenses/credentials, and may vary from the amounts listed below.
In select roles and locations, the interviews will be recorded, transcribed and summarized by artificial intelligence (AI). You will have the opportunity to opt out of recording, transcription and summarization prior to any scheduled interviews.
During the interview, we will collect the following categories of personal information: Identifiers, Professional and Employment-Related Information, Sensory Information (audio/video recording), and any other categories of personal information you choose to share with us. We will use this information to evaluate your application for employment or an independent contractor role, as applicable. We will not sell your personal information or disclose it to any third party for their marketing purposes. We will delete any recording of your interview promptly after making a hiring decision. For more information about how we will handle your personal information, including our retention of it, please refer to our Candidate Privacy Policy for Potential Employees and Contractors.
Reddit is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and is committed to building a workforce representative of the diverse communities we serve. Reddit is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation during the interview process, please let your recruiter know.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as an Android Engineer
Align your degree to the role
Your Australian bachelor's in computer science or software engineering directly satisfies the E-3 specialty occupation requirement. If your degree is in a adjacent field, document how your coursework and experience map specifically to Android development.
Target employers with active LCA history
Search DOL's Foreign Labor Application Gateway for certified LCAs under the Software Developer SOC code. Employers who've filed LCAs recently already understand the process and won't treat E-3 sponsorship as a blocker.
Get your LCA certified before your interview
DOL typically certifies LCAs within seven business days. Encourage your employer to file early so the LCA is ready when you schedule your consulate appointment, avoiding delays between offer acceptance and your start date.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the paperwork
Once you have an offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork end to end. This avoids the coordination overhead between you, your employer, and the consulate that slows down most first-time E-3 applicants.
Negotiate your start date around processing time
Build at least three to four weeks between offer acceptance and your U.S. start date to account for LCA certification and consulate appointment availability. Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth appointment slots vary, so check availability as soon as your offer is confirmed.
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Find Android Engineer JobsAndroid Engineer E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Android Engineer jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It surfaces Android Engineer roles at employers with E-3 and H-1B sponsorship history, so you're not cold-applying to companies that have never navigated the process. Filtering by sponsorship history before you apply cuts down the back-and-forth with recruiters who aren't familiar with Australian visa pathways.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does an Android Engineer role qualify as an E-3 specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as computer science, software engineering, or a related discipline. A job description that accepts any degree or treats the degree as preferred rather than required can complicate the LCA. Roles with a clearly defined technical scope and specific degree requirement pass the specialty occupation standard without issue.
How does E-3 compare to H-1B for Android Engineer roles?
For Australian nationals, the E-3 is straightforwardly better for this role. There's no annual lottery, no registration window, and no cap to worry about. H-1B petitions for software engineers are subject to the 65,000 cap and a random selection process with roughly 25% odds in recent years. With E-3, your employer files an LCA with DOL, you attend a consulate interview, and you're approved based on merit, not luck.
Can I switch Android Engineer employers while on an E-3?
Yes, but your E-3 status is tied to your current employer. To move to a new company, your new employer files a fresh LCA with DOL and you either apply for a new E-3 at a consulate or, if you're already in the U.S., file for a change of employer with USCIS. You can typically start working for the new employer once USCIS receives the petition, not after approval.
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