What you'll do
- Lead development of customer-facing frontend applications using React and TypeScript within the Discovery Applications team.
- Collaborate closely with backend, ML engineers, designers, and product managers to deliver end-to-end machine learning-powered user experiences.
- Contribute to full software development lifecycle including design, coding, code reviews, mentoring, and technical strategy.
- Focus on frontend fundamentals such as state management, accessibility, testing, UI quality, and web performance optimization.
- Work in a shared codebase environment with monorepos and shared UI libraries, emphasizing strong communication and collaboration.
What you should know
- Role requires being onsite in Toronto or other specified cities with occasional in-person attendance mandatory.
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI and machine learning-powered frontend features with high user impact.
- Expect a documentation-driven, collaborative environment with emphasis on communication and cross-team partnerships.
- Competitive compensation includes equity ownership and comprehensive benefits including health, wellness, and learning programs.
- Candidates should be prepared to engage in full-stack understanding and contribute beyond coding, including mentoring and design discussions.
About the company
- Scribd, Inc. is a mission-driven tech company focused on advancing human understanding through digital content platforms.
- The company values a culture of GRIT: Goals, Results, Innovation, and Team collaboration.
- Offers a flexible work model (Scribd Flex) balancing remote work with intentional in-person collaboration.
- Scribd operates multiple products including Scribd, Slideshare, Everand, and Fable, serving billions globally.
- Committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing equal opportunity and accessibility throughout hiring and work.
Key required skills
ReactTypeScriptREST APIGraphQLRailsWeb performanceAccessibilityTesting