Senior Fullstack Engineer – Growth Platform at Scribd, Inc.
About the Company
At Scribd Inc. (pronounced “scribbed”), our mission is to spark human curiosity. 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.
About the 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.
About the Role
We are seeking a talented Senior 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 closely with marketers, data analysts, and lifecycle teams to deliver high‑quality solutions that enhance cross‑channel marketing effectiveness, attribution accuracy, and customer engagement. As a senior engineer, you’ll have a significant impact on Scribd’s growth strategy by ensuring our systems are extensible, robust, and data‑driven. You will also play a key role in shaping the team’s technical direction and mentoring peers.
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 with strong experience in integrations and data flows between internal and third‑party systems.
- A pragmatic problem‑solver who balances technical rigor with business needs.
Required Qualifications
5+ years of professional software development experience.Strong proficiency in Ruby on Rails and its ecosystem.Solid experience with modern TypeScript & JavaScript Frameworks (Next.js strongly preferred).Strong understanding of database systems (SQL and NoSQL) and architectural tradeoffs.Experience designing and consuming APIs (REST, GraphQL a plus).Has an 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.Values craftsmanship, autonomy, and empathy while writing maintainable, thoughtful code and enabling others to succeed.Technical Skills
Primary : Ruby on Rails, TypeScript, JavaScript, ReactJS (NextJS a plus)Databases : SQL, NoSQLTesting : RSpec, React Testing Library, Minitest, Jest, Cypress (or similar)Version Control : Git or similar workflowsAPI Development : RESTful APIs, GraphQL (nice to have)Nice to Have
Have worked in a Growth Engineering or Growth Platform team at a product‑led company.Have led or 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.Working at Scribd Inc.
At Scribd, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package and is determined within a range. In the United States, outside of California, the reasonably expected salary range is between $120,000 to $216,500. In Canada, the reasonably expected salary range is between $152,500 CAD to $202,000 CAD. This position is also eligible for a competitive equity ownership, and a comprehensive and generous benefits package.
Benefits, Perks, And Wellbeing at Scribd Inc.
Healthcare Insurance Coverage (Medical / Dental / Vision) : 100% paid for employees12 weeks paid parental leaveShort‑term / long‑term disability plans401k / RSP matchingOnboarding stipend for home office peripherals + accessoriesLearning & Development allowanceLearning & Development programsQuarterly stipend for Wellness, WiFi, etc.Mental Health support & resourcesFree subscription to the Scribd Inc. suite of productsReferral BonusesBook BenefitSabbaticalsCompany‑wide eventsTeam engagement budgetsVacation & Personal DaysPaid Holidays (plus winter break)Flexible Sick TimeVolunteer DayCompany‑wide Employee Resource Groups and programs that foster an inclusive and diverse workplaceAccess to AI Tools : We provide free access to best‑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
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.
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