About The Company:
At Scribd (pronounced “scribbed”), our mission is to spark human curiosity. Join our team as we create a world of stories and knowledge, democratize the exchange of ideas and information, and empower collective expertise through our three products: Everand, Scribd, and Slideshare.
We support a culture where our employees can be real and be bold; where we debate and commit as we embrace plot twists; and where every employee is empowered to take action as we prioritize the customer.
When it comes to workplace structure, we believe in balancing individual flexibility and community connections. It’s through our flexible work benefit, Scribd Flex, that employees – in partnership with their manager – can choose the daily work-style that best suits their individual needs. A key tenet of Scribd Flex is our prioritization of intentional in-person moments to build collaboration, culture, and connection. For this reason, occasional in-person attendance is required for all Scribd employees, regardless of their location.
So what are we looking for in new team members? Well, we hire for “GRIT”. The textbook definition of GRIT is demonstrating the intersection of passion and perseverance towards long term goals. At Scribd, we are inspired by the potential that this can unlock, and ask each of our employees to pursue a GRIT-ty approach to their work. In a tactical sense, GRIT is also a handy acronym that outlines the standards we hold ourselves and each other to. Here’s what that means for you: we’re looking for someone who showcases the ability to set and achieve Goals, achieve Results within their job responsibilities, contribute Innovative ideas and solutions, and positively influence the broader Team through collaboration and attitude.
About Our Team
The Growth organization is at the heart of driving user engagement and business impact across the customer journey. Focused on technical excellence and innovation, we work on critical domains including signup flows, subscription management, retention features, and user lifecycle engagement. We own systems that directly impact revenue growth, user satisfaction, and long-term retention. Our work involves designing and optimizing complex backend systems with an emphasis on performance, scalability, and maintainability. Our team values collaboration, continuous improvement, and technical excellence.
About the Role
We are seeking a talented Senior Fullstack Software Engineer to join our Growth team. In this role, you will design, build, and scale systems that improve how users subscribe, manage, and stay engaged with our platform. As a Senior Engineer, you will have a significant impact on our technical infrastructure, ensuring our systems are robust, performant, and maintainable. You’ll work closely with cross-functional partners to deliver high-quality solutions, contribute to the team’s strategic direction, and help shape a culture of excellence
What We’re Looking For
A passionate engineer who takes pride in writing clean, maintainable, and scalable code.
Someone who can thrive in both backend system design and frontend feature development.
A collaborator who works well with cross-functional teams and contributes to strategic technical decisions.
An engineer who stays current with technology trends and applies them thoughtfully.
A pragmatic problem-solver who balances technical rigor with business impact.
Required Qualifications
5+ years of professional software development experience.
Strong proficiency in Ruby on Rails and its ecosystem.
Solid experience with JavaScript and modern frontend frameworks (React strongly preferred).
Strong understanding of database systems (SQL and NoSQL) and architectural tradeoffs.
Experience designing and consuming APIs (REST, GraphQL a plus).
Proven ability to build and maintain comprehensive test suites (unit, integration, end-to-end).
Excellent communication skills and ability to lead technical initiatives in a collaborative environment.
Technical Skills
Primary: Ruby on Rails. JavaScript, ReactJS (NextJS a plus)
Databases: SQL, NoSQL
Testing: RSpec, Minitest, Jest, Cypress (or similar)
Version Control: Git or similar workflows
API Development: RESTful APIs, GraphQL (nice to have)
Nice to Have
Experience with subscription systems, payments, or retention-focused features.
Familiarity with MarTech tools and customer lifecycle engagement platforms.
Knowledge of various Rails templating engines (Phlex, Fortitude, etc.).
Experience with AWS services (S3, Lambda, CloudFront).
Exposure to CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions).
Familiarity with workflow orchestration tools (Airflow, Dagster, etc.).
At Scribd, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package and is determined within a range. Our pay ranges are based on the local cost of labor benchmarks for each specific role, level, and geographic location. San Francisco is our highest geographic market in the United States. In the state of California, the reasonably expected salary range is between $164,000 [minimum salary in our lowest geographic market within California] to $227,500 [maximum salary in our highest geographic market within California].
In the United States, outside of California, the reasonably expected salary range is between $120,000 [minimum salary in our lowest US geographic market outside of California] to $216,500 [maximum salary in our highest US geographic market outside of California].
In Canada, the reasonably expected salary range is between $152,500 CAD[minimum salary in our lowest geographic market] to $202,000 CAD[maximum salary in our highest geographic market].
We carefully consider a wide range of factors when determining compensation, including but not limited to experience; job-related skill sets; relevant education or training; and other business and organizational needs. The salary range listed is for the level at which this job has been scoped. In the event that you are considered for a different level, a higher or lower pay range would apply. This position is also eligible for a competitive equity ownership, and a comprehensive and generous benefits package.
Working at Scribd, inc.
Are you currently based in a location where Scribd is able to employ you?
Employees must have their primary residence in or near one of the following cities. This includes surrounding metro areas or locations within a typical commuting distance:
United States:
Atlanta | Austin | Boston | Dallas | Denver | Chicago | Houston | Jacksonville | Los Angeles | Miami | New York City | Phoenix | Portland | Sacramento | Salt Lake City | San Diego | San Francisco | Seattle | Washington D.C.
Canada:
Ottawa | Toronto | Vancouver
Mexico:
Mexico City
Benefits, Perks, and Wellbeing at Scribd
- Benefits/perks listed may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Scribd and the geographical location where you work.
Healthcare Insurance Coverage (Medical/Dental/Vision): 100% paid for employees
12 weeks paid parental leave
Short-term/long-term disability plans
401k/RSP matching
Onboarding stipend for home office peripherals + accessories
Learning & Development allowance
Learning & Development programs
Quarterly stipend for Wellness, WiFi, etc.
Mental Health support & resources
Free subscription to the Scribd Inc. suite of products
Referral Bonuses
Book Benefit
Sabbaticals
Company-wide events
Team engagement budgets
Vacation & Personal Days
Paid Holidays (+ winter break)
Flexible Sick Time
Volunteer Day
Company-wide Employee Resource Groups and programs that foster an inclusive and diverse workplace.
Access to AI Tools: We provide free access to best-in-class AI tools, empowering you to boost productivity, streamline workflows, and accelerate bold innovation.
Want to learn more about life at Scribd? www.linkedin.com/company/scribd/life
We want our interview process to be accessible to everyone. You can inform us of any reasonable adjustments we can make to better accommodate your needs by emailing [email protected] about the need for adjustments at any point in the interview process.
Scribd is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, and believe that a diversity of perspectives and experiences create a foundation for the best ideas. Come join us in building something meaningful.
