Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Scribd, Inc.
Job overview
The Senior Software Engineer on the Growth Team at Scribd will build and maintain backend systems using Ruby on Rails, significantly impacting user engagement and business outcomes.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves designing, scaling, and maintaining backend systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams, contributing to strategic direction, and ensuring technical excellence and maintainability.
Compensation and benefits
The salary range varies by location from $117,500 to $231,000 in the US and $147,500 to $190,000 CAD in Canada, with eligibility for equity ownership and a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, parental leave, 401k matching, and wellness stipends.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have 6+ years of software development experience, strong Ruby on Rails proficiency, knowledge of JavaScript, SQL and NoSQL databases, testing frameworks, and excellent communication skills; experience with MarTech, AWS, CI/CD, and JavaScript frameworks is preferred.
Career development
Scribd offers learning and development programs and allowances, supporting continuous learning and career growth.
Work environment and culture
Scribd promotes a culture of boldness, collaboration, flexibility through Scribd Flex, and values grit, innovation, and customer prioritization with a focus on inclusivity and diversity.
Company information
Scribd is a company focused on democratizing knowledge and stories through products like Everand, Scribd, and Slideshare, emphasizing innovation and customer-centric values.
Team overview
The Growth team focuses on driving user engagement and business impact, working on SEO, MarTech, signup optimization, subscription, and retention with a collaborative and technically excellent environment.
Job location and travel
The position requires primary residence near major cities in the US, Canada, or Mexico with occasional in-person attendance required as part of Scribd Flex work policy.
Unique job features
The role offers unique opportunities to work on critical backend systems impacting the entire customer journey with a focus on performance, scalability, and maintainability, supported by access to AI tools and a flexible work environment.
Company overview
Scribd, Inc. is a digital library and e-book subscription service that offers access to a vast collection of books, audiobooks, magazines, and documents. Founded in 2007, the company generates revenue through its subscription model, where users pay a monthly fee for unlimited access to its content. Scribd has evolved from a document-sharing platform to a comprehensive reading service, partnering with major publishers to expand its offerings. Key milestones include the launch of its subscription service in 2013 and its continued growth in the digital reading market.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your 6+ years of experience with Ruby on Rails, emphasizing your ability to write clean, maintainable code and solve complex backend challenges relevant to the Growth team at Scribd.
Showcase your expertise in SQL and NoSQL databases, API development with RESTful services, and comprehensive testing frameworks like RSpec or Minitest to align with the technical requirements.
Apply through multiple channels including Scribd's corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed by recruiters and hiring managers.
Connect with current engineers or team members in the Growth division on LinkedIn; initiate conversations by referencing their recent projects, expressing enthusiasm for Scribd's mission to democratize knowledge, or asking about team culture and technical challenges.
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