Software Engineer II - Growth Platform

Scribd•San Francisco, CA

16h

About The Position

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 G oals, achieve R esults within their job responsibilities, contribute I nnovative ideas and solutions, and positively influence the broader T eam 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.

Requirements

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 Haves

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

Responsibilities

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.

Benefits

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.