Senior Full Stack Engineer - Core Scribd (Fullstack)

Role Summary

• •Lead development of Scribd's core reading experience impacting over 10 million daily users.
• •Collaborate closely with Product, Design, and AI/ML teams to prototype and launch innovative features.
• •Modernize legacy systems by decomposing a Ruby on Rails monolith into a modular Microfrontend architecture using Next.js.
• •Build and maintain both frontend and backend systems, including React/Next.js frontend and Python backend services.
• •Improve SEO and AEO performance in partnership with SEO product management.

About the Company

• •Scribd is a mission-driven company focused on democratizing knowledge and empowering collective expertise.
• •The company values GRIT, emphasizing goals, results, innovation, and positive team influence.
• •Scribd supports a flexible work culture balancing individual flexibility with intentional in-person collaboration.
• •They offer a comprehensive benefits package including full healthcare coverage, parental leave, and learning allowances.
• •Scribd is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

What You Should Know

• •This role requires onsite presence in specified metro areas to support collaboration and culture.
• •Candidates should be prepared to work across a wide technology stack from frontend UI to distributed backend services.
• •Strong collaboration skills are essential to work effectively with cross-functional teams including design and AI/ML.
• •The position offers opportunities to work on cutting-edge AI-powered features and modernize legacy systems.
• •Applicants should expect a thoughtful approach to code quality, maintainability, and documentation.

Key Required Skills