# Front End Software Engineer, Media Player at Reddit

- Company: Reddit
- What the company does: Backed by 500 Global.
- Company website: https://www.redditinc.com
- Type: Startups
- Level: Mid level
- Location: Remote - United States
- Work setup: Remote
- Posted: 2026-09-11
- Apply by: 2026-10-26
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/reddit/jobs/8198102
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/reddit-front-end-software-engineer-media-player/

## About the role

We are seeking a Software Engineer to help us build the next version of media web experience. In this role, you will define the work on the technical components of how we deliver video and audio content at Reddit. Specifically, you will focus on our web media player and the APIs that power it, drawing on industry patterns from top streaming platforms to build seamless, low-latency playback experiences and interactive tools for creators and users alike.

## What they're looking for

- BS degree in Computer Science, a similar technical field of study or equivalent practical experience
- 3+ years of software development experience in one or more general-purpose programming languages, Go, Python, Rust, Ruby
- Proficiency in modern web development technologies (JavaScript, React, Next.js, TypeScript) and experience translating complex UI/UX designs into scalable web applications
- Experienced with GraphQL, REST, HTTP, gRPC, Thrift basics, and the ability to design and implement maintainable APIs
- Strong organizational skills, the ability to prioritize tasks and to deliver projects on schedule
- Excellent communication skills. You collaborate effectively with teams in a fully remote environment and discuss complex topics with technical and non-technical audiences

Tags: Consumer