Staff Software Engineer, Storage

Who you are

You have 5+ years of experience in software engineering, particularly in building and evolving large-scale systems. Your background includes a strong focus on both software and systems engineering, allowing you to tackle complex challenges in storage infrastructure. You are proficient in programming languages such as Go, C++, and Python, and you have a solid understanding of system internals. You thrive in environments where you can analyze and troubleshoot issues, making data-driven decisions to improve system performance and efficiency.

You possess a deep understanding of data models and data access patterns, which enables you to collaborate effectively with product teams to enhance the underlying storage technologies. Your analytical skills allow you to conduct thorough troubleshooting and analysis, helping to identify and resolve issues as Reddit scales its operations. You are committed to continuous improvement and are always looking for ways to optimize workflows and enhance system availability.

Desirable

Experience with large-scale storage systems is a plus, as is familiarity with data-driven analysis techniques. You may also have experience in automating workflows and enhancing operational efficiency within complex systems. Your ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams will be essential in this role, as you work closely with product managers and engineers to implement improvements.

What you'll do

In this role, you will design, write, and deliver software solutions that improve the availability, scalability, latency, and efficiency of Reddit's products. You will dive deep into the codebase of supported storage systems to understand their internals and make system-level improvements. Your work will involve defining and improving data models and access patterns to ensure that the storage technologies align with Reddit's main workloads.

You will be responsible for automating and enhancing the operation of Reddit's large-scale storage infrastructure, which includes implementing critical workflows that support the platform's growth. Your role will require you to conduct data-driven analysis and tuning of the storage stack, making significant improvements to the end-to-end data path. You will also engage in troubleshooting and analysis to understand the challenges faced as customer workloads evolve.

Collaboration with product teams will be a key aspect of your work, as you will help ensure that the underlying storage technologies function optimally for Reddit's diverse user base. You will have the opportunity to influence the direction of storage technology at Reddit, contributing to the overall success of the platform.

What we offer

Reddit offers a dynamic work environment where you can make a significant impact on one of the largest online communities. You will have the chance to work with a talented team of engineers and product managers who are dedicated to building innovative solutions. The company values diversity and inclusion, and you will be part of a culture that encourages collaboration and creativity. Competitive compensation and benefits are provided, along with opportunities for professional growth and development within the organization.