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About The Company
At Scribd (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 three products: Everand, Scribd, and Slideshare.
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. Scribd Flex allows employees to choose the daily work-style that best fits their needs, with occasional in-person attendance required for all Scribd employees, regardless of location.
We hire for GRIT: Goals, Results, Innovative ideas, and Team influence through collaboration and attitude.
About The Role
We are seeking a Senior Frontend Software Engineer to join the Growth Subscription & Retention team. In this role, you will lead the design and development of intuitive, performant, and scalable user interfaces that power signup, subscription, and retention experiences. As a Senior Engineer, you will influence frontend technical direction, from architecture to implementation, and establish best practices in frontend engineering, including testing, performance optimization, and maintainable design systems. You will work closely with cross-functional partners to deliver high-quality solutions and help shape a culture of excellence.
What We’re Looking For
- Frontend Expert: Deep knowledge of modern frontend technologies, patterns, and practices.
- Technical Leader: Guides architecture and sets high standards for code quality and maintainability.
- Customer-Focused: Designs intuitive experiences impacting subscription and retention.
- Collaborator: Communicates effectively across teams, balancing business priorities with technical excellence.
- Continuous Learner: Stays current with industry trends, frameworks, and tools.
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of professional frontend software development experience.
- Strong proficiency in JavaScript and modern frameworks (React strongly preferred).
- Proven experience building and scaling large-scale, consumer-facing web applications.
- Strong understanding of frontend performance, accessibility, and responsive design.
- Experience with frontend testing frameworks (Jest, Cypress, or similar).
- Familiarity with backend integration (RESTful APIs, GraphQL a plus).
- Excellent problem-solving, architectural design, and communication skills.
Technical Skills
- Primary: ReactJS, JavaScript/TypeScript
- Secondary: Next.js, CSS-in-JS or modern styling frameworks
- Testing: Jest, Cypress (or similar)
- Version Control: Git or similar workflows
- Tooling: Webpack, Babel, or modern build systems
- API Integration: RESTful APIs (GraphQL nice to have)
Nice to Have
- Experience working on subscription flows, billing, or retention-related user experiences.
- Familiarity with design systems and component libraries.
- Exposure to backend technologies (Ruby on Rails, Node) to collaborate across the stack.
- Knowledge of Growth Engineering domains (signup optimization, user lifecycle engagement).
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and deployment workflows.
Compensation and Benefits
At Scribd, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. Salary ranges vary by location:
United States (outside California): roughly $120,000 to $216,500; California: roughly $146,000 to $227,500. Canada: roughly $152,500 CAD to $202,000 CAD. The range reflects local labor benchmarks and level. This role may be eligible for equity and a comprehensive benefits package. Final compensation is determined by experience, skills, and organizational needs.
Working at Scribd, Inc.
Employees must have their primary residence in or near one of the listed cities in the United States, Canada, or Mexico to be eligible for employment in their location.
Benefits, Perks, And Wellbeing At Scribd
- 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 and programs
- Quarterly stipends for Wellness, WiFi, etc.
- Mental health resources
- Free Scribd subscription
- Referral bonuses
- Book Benefit, Sabbaticals, and team engagement budgets
- Vacation, personal days, paid holidays, flexible sick time
- Volunteer day and inclusive workplace programs
- Access to AI tools to boost productivity
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We invite applicants of all backgrounds. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the interview process, please email
Scribd is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace.
Seniority level
- Mid-Senior level
Employment type
- Full-time
Job function
- Engineering and Information Technology
- Industries: Software Development