Senior Business Engineer - Ads
WFA Digital Insight
As the demand for digital advertising specialists continues to soar, with a 25% increase in hiring last year, Reddit is poised to capitalize on this trend. With its unique community-driven approach, the company is seeking a Senior Business Engineer to drive innovation in AdTech integrations and strategic partnerships. To succeed in this role, candidates will need a strong background in digital skills, remote work experience, and a deep understanding of the advertising ecosystem. With Reddit's commitment to community and transparency, this role offers a chance to make a real impact in the industry. Before applying, candidates should be prepared to showcase their technical expertise and ability to drive growth in a fast-paced environment.
Job Description
About the Role
The Senior Business Engineer - Ads role at Reddit is a critical position that combines technical expertise with business acumen to drive growth in the digital advertising space. As a key member of the Ads Business Engineering team, you will be responsible for leading AdTech integrations and strategic partnerships, working closely with engineering, product, sales, and business development teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions. With Reddit's unique community-driven approach, this role offers a chance to make a real impact in the industry.The Ads Business Engineering team operates at the intersection of engineering, product, sales, and business development, delivering technical expertise and solutions that empower technology partners, agencies, and advertisers to seamlessly integrate with Reddit's advertising platform. As a Senior Business Engineer, you will be a trusted technical advisor and solutions architect for strategic partners, guiding them through the integration and adoption of Reddit's advertising APIs and tools.
Reddit is a community of communities, built on shared interests, passion, and trust, and is home to the most open and authentic conversations on the internet. With 100,000+ active communities and approximately 126 million daily active unique visitors, Reddit is one of the internet's largest sources of information. The company is entering a period of unprecedented innovation and growth, and this role is a key part of that strategy.
What You Will Do
- Act as a trusted technical advisor and solutions architect for strategic partners, guiding them through the integration and adoption of Reddit's advertising APIs and tools.
- Design and prototype proof-of-concept solutions that accelerate technical enablement and create tangible value for partners.
- Collaborate directly with engineering teams at partner organizations to optimize performance, address integration gaps, and troubleshoot complex issues.
- Lead onboarding, testing, and pre-launch support to ensure a smooth and successful implementation experience.
- Represent the technical voice of the partner internally, surfacing feedback and influencing product and platform priorities to improve outcomes for both sides.
- Support escalations for complex or high-impact integrations and provide clear, actionable direction to resolve blockers quickly and sustainably.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation and guides for partners, ensuring that they have the resources they need to succeed.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and developments in AdTech, applying that knowledge to drive innovation and growth at Reddit.
What We Are Looking For
- 5+ years of experience in a technical role, preferably in AdTech or a related field.
- Strong background in digital skills, including experience with API design, development, and integration.
- Experience working with remote teams and partners, with a strong ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues and develop creative solutions.
- Experience with cloud-based technologies, such as AWS or Google Cloud.
- Strong understanding of the advertising ecosystem, including the roles of advertisers, agencies, and technology partners.
- Experience working with data analytics and visualization tools, such as Tableau or Power BI.
- Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
Nice to Have
- Experience working with machine learning or artificial intelligence technologies.
- Familiarity with Reddit's advertising platform and APIs.
- Experience working with agile development methodologies, such as Scrum or Kanban.
- Strong understanding of the digital marketing landscape, including the latest trends and developments.
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive salary and equity package.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Flexible PTO policy, with a minimum of 4 weeks per year.
- Remote work stipend, to support your home office setup.
- Professional development opportunities, including training and conference sponsorship.
- Access to Reddit's internal training and development programs, including technical workshops and leadership development courses.
- Opportunity to work on high-impact projects, with the potential to drive significant growth and innovation in the digital advertising space.
How to Stand Out
- When applying for this role, be sure to highlight your experience working with AdTech integrations and strategic partnerships.
- Showcase your technical expertise, including your experience with API design, development, and integration.
- Be prepared to discuss your experience working with remote teams and partners, and your ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Emphasize your strong problem-solving skills, and your ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues and develop creative solutions.
- Research Reddit's advertising platform and APIs, and be prepared to discuss your understanding of the company's technology and ecosystem.
- Be prepared to discuss your experience working with data analytics and visualization tools, and your ability to drive insights and recommendations from data.
- Highlight your strong collaboration and communication skills, and your ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
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