Remote
US
$230K–$322K
💻Engineering
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Staff Engineer - Ads Trust, Fraud and Safety
Ad Safety is a growing team focusing on user safety and advertiser trust by building a robust, automated ecosystem that prioritizes Brand Suitability and Ads Integrity. This is achieved by deploying highly accurate automated ad review systems that vet content before it goes live, coupled with advanced brand safety classifications and controls that give brands granular agency over their ad adjacency along with ensuring Reddit standards are adhered to. By further integrating with trusted third-party verification partners, the platform not only solidifies confidence in its ad effectiveness but also creates a transparent, scalable environment designed to unlock significant revenue growth.
The team is expanding its Fraud counter-measures by consolidating the identification and enforcement of deceptive ads (Malware, Phishing, Scams) and Billing fraud into a centralized platform. Collecting signals across multiple surfaces, in addition to third party vendor integration, will allow for more effective measures to analyze coordinated efforts of bad actors and pre-emptive detection of malignant intent.
Reporting to the Ad Safety Engineering Manager, the person in this role will be the primary technical driver for the new Fraud detection system, working closely with Ad Review, Billing, Policy and other Reddit Safety teams to enhance overall systems. You will drive the long term strategy for the platform, setting measurable goals and taking overall ownership of a critical function in the Ads organization.
This is a high-agency position for an engineer who can navigate ambiguity and take decisive ownership of the platform's technical direction in collaboration with other engineers, teams, and stakeholders.
This role acts as both a technically adept deep coder and a force multiplier. It is responsible for working cross-functionally to help establish the long-term technical vision for Fraud Detection, ensuring our systems are highly available and capable of scaling with the marketplace. In this role you will lead large-scale projects through the entire software development lifecycle, from concept through implementation until delivery.
Benefits:
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 learn more, please visit https://www.redditinc.com/careers/.
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USD 217,000 - 303,900
Annually
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Mental Health Benefits
Disability Insurance
401(k) / Retirement Plan
401(k) Match
Equity / RSUs
Pay Transparency
Unlimited PTO
Company Shutdown Days
Parental Leave
Fertility Benefits
Learning & Development Budget
Conference Attendance
Mentorship Program
Performance Bonus
Volunteer Time Off
Home Office Stipend
Employee Resource Groups
Childcare Support
