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Software Engineer II - Growth Platform at Scribd in San Francisco, CA
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Job Description
About The Company:
At Scribd Inc. (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 four products: Everand, Scribd, Slideshare, and Fable.
This posting reflects an approved, open position within the organization.
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 Inc. 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 Inc., 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 Platform team at Scribd empowers marketers, lifecycle teams, and partner channels by delivering MarTech solutions that drive efficiency, data-informed decisions, and scalable user acquisition across our brands: Scribd, Everand, SlideShare, and Fable.
Our work centers on building and maintaining systems that enable campaign execution, landing page optimization, tracking and attribution, and third-party integrations for cross-channel marketing and analytics. We focus on scalability, performance, and reliability while ensuring our partners have the tools they need to drive user growth. The team values collaboration, pragmatic problem-solving, and a culture of technical excellence.
About the Role
We are seeking a talented Fullstack Software Engineer to join our Growth Platform team. In this role, you will design, build, and scale systems that power marketing technology, campaign automation, and user acquisition initiatives.
You will partner closely with marketers, data analysts, and lifecycle teams to deliver high-quality solutions that enhance cross-channel marketing effectiveness, attribution accuracy, and customer engagement. You’ll participate in technical design, code reviews, and best practice implementation while identifying opportunities to improve systems and processes.
Key areas of responsibility include:
Building intuitive, performant user interfaces.
Ensuring scalability, testability, and maintainability throughout the development process.
Collaborating across teams to drive impactful projects forward.
Staying proactive by proposing innovative solutions to technical challenges.
What We’re Looking For
A passionate engineer who takes pride in writing clean, maintainable, and scalable code
Someone who thrives in both backend system design and frontend feature development.
A collaborator who enjoys working with marketers, data scientists, product managers, and engineers across the Growth Pillar to develop high-leverage, self-service tools and data activation workflows.
An engineer who stays current with industry trends and technologies..
A pragmatic problem-solver who balances technical rigor with business needs.
Required Qualifications
3+ years of professional software development experience.
Proficiency with modern TypeScript & JavaScript Frameworks
Familiarity in Ruby on Rails and its ecosystem.
Understanding of database systems (SQL and NoSQL) and architectural tradeoffs.
Experience designing and consuming APIs (REST, GraphQL a plus).
Understanding of experimentation, A/B testing, personalization systems, and the MarTech landscape.
Communicates clearly and frequently with cross-functional partners, influencing through technical depth and collaborative decision-making.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Excellent collaboration and communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment
Nice to Have
Have worked in a Growth Engineering or Growth Platform team at a product-led company.
Have contributed to CMS build-outs or internal platform tools supporting campaign launches or embedded messaging.
Have experience with automated data ingest, referral systems, or promotional tooling.
Experience with backend technologies like Redis, Kafka, MySQL, and Terraform
Knowledge of GraphQL and Next.js
Familiarity with migrating monolithic architectures to microservices/frontends
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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 $119,000 [minimum salary in our lowest geographic market within California] to $185,500 [maximum salary in our highest geographic market within California].
In the United States, outside of California, the reasonably expected salary range is between $98,000 [minimum salary in our lowest US geographic market outside of California] to $176,500 [maximum salary in our highest US geographic market outside of California].
In Canada, the reasonably expected salary range is between $124,500 CAD[minimum salary in our lowest geographic market] to $158,000 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 Inc. can 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 Inc.
*Benefits/perks listed may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Scribd Inc. 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 accommodations@scribd.com about the need for adjustments at any point in the interview process.
Scribd Inc. 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.