Backend Engineer, IAM

Reddit, Inc.

Backend Engineer building scalable identity, authentication, and authorization systems for Reddit’s online communities. Designing backend services and IAM architecture with cross-functional engineering teams.

Posted 9/10/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $164,200 - $229,900 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and developing distributed backend systems with a focus on Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions. Proficient in cloud infrastructure and programming languages, with strong collaboration and communication skills across cross-functional teams.

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Distributed Backend Systems DesignIdentity And Access Management (IAM)Proficiency In Go ProgrammingCloud Infrastructure (Kubernetes, AWS, GCP)Excellent Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Distributed Backend SystemsIdentity And Access Management (IAM)Go ProgrammingKubernetesAWSGCPCI/CDBackend Services DevelopmentScalable ArchitectureHigh-Quality Software Development

Soft Skills

High EmpathyCollaborationCommunication

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudGoGoogle Cloud PlatformKubernetes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build systems around consumer IAM for Reddit’s engineering organization and millions of daily users
Design, build, and ship backend services powering Reddit experiences
Work with product management, security, client engineering, and backend teams to define and implement Reddit’s IAM vision and roadmap
Select, scope, and execute high-leverage projects aligned with Reddit’s goals
Execute strategy and create more performant, scalable, and higher-quality IAM architecture
Collaborate with cross-functional teams across Reddit Engineering
Learn and improve technical and non-technical abilities

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of experience designing and developing distributed backend systems
IAM backend experience in either authorization or authentication domain
Proficiency in one or more general purpose programming languages, preferably Go
Capability with essential cloud infrastructure: Kubernetes, CI/CD, AWS, GCP
High empathy and excellent communication skills to collaborate across the organization

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits and Income Replacement Programs
401k with Employer Match
Global Benefit programs that fit your lifestyle, from workspace to professional development to caregiving support
Family Planning Support
Gender-Affirming Care
Mental Health & Coaching Benefits
Flexible Vacation & Paid Volunteer Time Off
Generous Paid Parental Leave
Equity in the form of restricted stock units
Potential commission depending on the position offered
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible workforce / remote-friendly work arrangement
Interview recording opt-out option