What you'll do
- Lead development of Scribd's core reading experience impacting over 10M daily users.
- Collaborate closely with Product, Design, and AI/ML teams to prototype and launch AI-enhanced 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 working alongside SEO product management.
What you should know
- This role requires strong full-stack experience with a focus on modern JavaScript frameworks and Ruby on Rails.
- Applicants should be comfortable working in a collaborative, cross-functional environment involving design, product, and AI teams.
- The position offers opportunities to work on cutting-edge AI features and modernize legacy systems.
- Candidates must be located near one of the specified cities due to hybrid work requirements under Scribd Flex.
- The role provides exposure to a wide technology stack including React, Next.js, GraphQL, Python, and AWS infrastructure.
About the company
- Scribd is a mission-driven company focused on democratizing knowledge and empowering collective expertise.
- The company values GRIT, emphasizing passion, perseverance, innovation, and positive team influence.
- Scribd supports a flexible work culture balancing individual needs with intentional in-person collaboration.
- They offer a comprehensive benefits package including 100% paid healthcare, parental leave, and learning allowances.
- Scribd operates in the digital content and subscription industry with multiple products like Everand, Slideshare, and Fable.
Key required skills
ReactNext.jsRuby on RailsPythonGraphQLPostgreSQL - databaseMySQL - databaseAWSCI/CD