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Senior Backend Engineer, GraphQL

Reddit is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer for their GraphQL infrastructure, responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the platform. Ideal candidate should have experience in large-scale distributed backend systems and proficiency in programming languages like Go.

Skills

  • 5+ years designing large-scale distributed backend systems
  • Proficiency in one or more programming languages (preferably Go)
  • Experience with high-impact project identification and execution
  • Knowledge of cloud infrastructure like Kubernetes, CI/CD, AWS, GCP
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Specific GraphQL backend experience (preferred)
  • Experience in complex data model structuring and implementation (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with a team to maintain Reddit's GraphQL infrastructure
  • Design and deliver solutions to enhance functionality and scalability
  • Investigate and optimize platform operations at scale
  • Provide feedback on technical and strategic direction
  • Mentor and support fellow engineers
  • Participate in on-call responsibilities

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) program with employer match
  • Generous vacation and parental leave benefits
  • Equity in the form of restricted stock units
  • Possible commission based on position
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